how far is tampa from jacksonville

Tampa is about 170–172 miles (roughly 275–280 km) from Jacksonville in a straight line, and the driving distance is around 199–200 miles depending on your exact route.

Straight‑line vs driving distance

• Straight‑line (“as the crow flies”): ~171–172 miles (~275–277 km).

• By car: Typically 199–200 miles along I‑75 and US‑301 or similar highways.

Typical driving time

• Under normal conditions, the drive usually takes about 3 to 4 hours , with many route‑planners estimating 3h 20m–4h 40m depending on traffic and exact path.

Quick reference table

Measure| Distance (approx.)| Notes
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Straight‑line (air)| 171–172 miles (275–277 km) 1359| Shortest geographic distance
Driving distance| 199–200 miles (320–321 km) 1359| Along I‑75/US‑301 corridor
Typical driving time| 3h 20m–4h 40m 569| Without heavy traffic or long stops

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