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A1A: St. Augustine to Flagler Beach, Atlantic Coast, Florida
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A1A: St. Augustine to Flagler Beach

A1A · St. Augustine → Flagler Beach Pier

Leisurely31 mi50 min0 ft climbHigh point ≈ 0 ftOne way
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The drive

A1A south of St. Augustine runs down the barrier islands with the Atlantic beside the road for long stretches. It starts on Anastasia Island and passes Fort Matanzas National Monument near Matanzas Inlet, then Marineland and Washington Oaks Gardens, before the open ocean stretch into Flagler Beach and its pier.

It's driven south, the way most people go from St. Augustine, so the long ocean-front miles come last. The road is flat, with low dunes and a speed limit that drops through the beach towns.

Along the way

  1. St. Augustine (Anastasia Island)
  2. Fort Matanzas
  3. Marineland
  4. Washington Oaks Gardens
  5. Flagler Beach Pier
Elevation
0 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 0 ft
St. AugustineFlagler Beach Pier
Curves
Mostly gentle curves
St. AugustineFlagler Beach Pier
GentleHairpins

Good to know

  • FDOT built a buried seawall under A1A in Flagler Beach, shifting lanes west to keep two-way traffic; occasional daytime lane closures are possible.
  • Speeds drop through the beach towns.
  • The road is exposed to the ocean and has washed out in past storms.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check Florida 511.

Questions about this drive

How long does A1A from St. Augustine to Flagler Beach take?

A1A from St. Augustine to Flagler Beach is 30.9 miles and takes about 50 min.

What is there to see on A1A between St. Augustine and Flagler Beach?

The drive passes Fort Matanzas National Monument, Marineland and Washington Oaks Gardens, with the ocean beside the road near Flagler Beach.

Is A1A south of St. Augustine twisty?

No. It's a flat coast road with mostly gentle curves.

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Distance, time, elevation, curves and intensity are from Carve's route. Checked 2026-10-28.

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Map of A1A: St. Augustine to Flagler Beach, from St. Augustine to Flagler Beach Pier