Distance Guide
How far is Key West from Gainesville?
The distance between Key West, FL and Gainesville, FL is about 354 miles — roughly a 6 hr 26 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
354 mi
Drive time
6 hr 26 min
Midpoint
27.103°, -82.052°
Driving from Key West to Gainesville
Most drivers cover the 354-mile route in about 6 hr 26 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 177 miles each instead of 354. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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