How long does it take to drive from Jacksonville to Fort Lauderdale?

The drive from Jacksonville to Fort Lauderdale takes about 5 hr 33 min in normal traffic at typical highway speeds.

Where is the halfway point between Jacksonville and Fort Lauderdale?

The geographic midpoint sits roughly between the two cities. Use MidMeetup's halfway point calculator to see the exact coordinates and venue suggestions.

What are the best restaurants or coffee shops halfway between Jacksonville and Fort Lauderdale?

MidMeetup ranks restaurants, coffee shops, and bars within walking distance of the exact midpoint between Jacksonville and Fort Lauderdale, filtered by rating and current opening hours.

Distance Guide

How far is Jacksonville from Fort Lauderdale?

Q: How far is Jacksonville from Fort Lauderdale?

Jacksonville, FL is approximately 305 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL as the crow flies, and around the same by interstate driving.

The distance between Jacksonville, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL is about 305 miles — roughly a 5 hr 33 min drive at typical highway speeds.

Distance

305 mi

Drive time

5 hr 33 min

Midpoint

28.227°, -80.897°

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Midpoint

28.2273°, -80.8965°

Jacksonville and Fort Lauderdale are about 305 miles apart — each person drives roughly 153 miles.

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Sample of top spots near this midpoint

Coffee

Roastery & Co.

★ 4.8 · Open · Quick stop

Brunch

Sunday Skillet

★ 4.7 · Open · Patio seating

Bar

The Halfway House

★ 4.6 · Open · Walkable

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Driving from Jacksonville to Fort Lauderdale

Most drivers cover the 305-mile route in about 5 hr 33 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.

Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way

If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 153 miles each instead of 305. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.

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