How far is Valparaiso, FL from Jacksonville, FL?
The driving distance from Valparaiso, FL to Jacksonville, FL is about 316 miles (508.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 289.1 miles (465.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The capital of Florida.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Valparaiso and Jacksonville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Valparaiso and Jacksonville.
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Start on Lincoln Avenue
39 m · 11 sec · Lincoln Avenue
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Turn left onto Nordberg Avenue
751 ft · 36 sec · Nordberg Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Valparaiso Parkway
887 ft · 24 sec · Valparaiso Parkway
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Turn right onto Aurora Street
1989 ft · 1 min · Aurora Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Government Avenue
1875 ft · 48 sec · Government Avenue
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Turn left onto West John Sims Parkway
1.4 mi · 3 min · West John Sims Parkway
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Turn left onto North Partin Drive
17.4 mi · 23 min · North Partin Drive
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
2289 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
291.6 mi · 5 hr 14 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach
2176 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North: International Airport, Savannah
1.1 km · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Union Street, Beaver Street
916 ft · 26 sec
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Turn straight onto Union Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Union Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Union Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Valparaiso and Jacksonville.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 10 East
Merge slight left
292 mi · 05h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Valparaiso and Showers And Thunderstorms near Jacksonville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Valparaiso to Jacksonville?
The road trip is about 316 miles (508.5 km) and usually takes 04h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Tallahassee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 157.1 miles from Valparaiso and 158.9 miles from Jacksonville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 289.1 miles (465.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:46 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $46.25 one way or $92.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 99.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Valparaiso and Jacksonville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Valparaiso and Showers And Thunderstorms near Jacksonville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Valparaiso and Jacksonville. Straight-line distance: 289.03 mi (465.15 km).
#1 Valparaiso
City in Florida
| Population | 5,848 |
| Coordinates | 30.5085300, -86.5027300 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jacksonville
The thirteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Jacksonville metropolitan area.
| Population | 920,570 |
| Coordinates | 30.3321800, -81.6556500 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
End: Union Street (-81.655668, 30.332118)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 509 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 56m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.15 | $46.25 | $92.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $51.25 | $102.49 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $54.59 | $109.18 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $48.50 | $97.01 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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