Origin
Apalachicola, FL
Afternoon in Apalachicola on Wednesday
Local time
4:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Apalachicola, FL to Carrabelle, FL
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
30m
Distance
22.7 mi
37 km
Drive Score
4/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Apalachicola, FL
Brent Singleton
Trip Overview
The drive from Apalachicola, FL to Carrabelle, FL covers 22.7 miles and takes about 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Avenue C, Tallahassee Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.61 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
11.4 miles from Apalachicola, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 30m drive with frequent turns across 22.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 5 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Avenue C is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Apalachicola, FL to Carrabelle, FL is easy. At 30m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Apalachicola, FL to Carrabelle, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue C | — | — |
| Tallahassee Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Avenue C
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Apalachicola, FL and Carrabelle, FL.
1
Start on 5th Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
5th Street
2
Turn left onto Avenue C
456 ft
·
24 sec
·
Avenue C
3
Turn right
22 mi
·
34 min
4
Turn left onto Tallahassee Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Tallahassee Street
5
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 11.4 miles from Apalachicola, FL, or about 15m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 22.7 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.4 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Carrabelle, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Apalachicola, FL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Apalachicola, FL
This is one driving day of about 22.7 miles and 30m.
At 22.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.4 mi from Apalachicola, FL · 15m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
First break window
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 22.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Halfway reset
Meal breakThe midpoint is around 11.4 miles from Apalachicola, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Carrabelle, FL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Carrabelle, FL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.61 one way
$7.23 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $3.93 | $7.86 |
| premium | $4.72 | $4.22 | $8.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.01 | $10.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.38 | $1.09 |
| Efficient EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.99 | $0.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.45 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Carrabelle, FL
Afternoon in Carrabelle on Wednesday
Local time
4:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
30m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Apalachicola, FL to Carrabelle, FL covers 22.7 miles and takes about 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Avenue C, Tallahassee Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.4 miles from Apalachicola, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.61 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Apalachicola, FL to Carrabelle, FL is easy. At 30m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Apalachicola, FL to Carrabelle, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Apalachicola, FL to Carrabelle, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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