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Trip from Apollo Beach, FL to Tallahassee, FL

Drive Time

5h 21m

Distance

289.2 mi

465 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$48

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 9m ★
6 AM
5h 22m
8 AM
5h 49m
10 AM
5h 31m
12 PM
5h 29m
3 PM
5h 33m
5 PM
5h 47m
8 PM
5h 14m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Apollo Beach, FL, FL

Apollo Beach, FL

Arian Fernandez

Trip Overview

The drive from Apollo Beach, FL to Tallahassee, FL covers 289.2 miles and takes about 5h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 75, I 10, Mahan Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 187.3 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $48.31 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

144.6 miles from Apollo Beach, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 39m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 5h 21m highway drive covering 289.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and I 10. The longest continuous stretch is about 187.3 miles on I 75.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 187.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 10. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.6 miles in near I 75.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 289.2 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 5.6 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 192.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 193.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
5.6 mi into trip | ~10m in | I 75

Merge onto I 75

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
192.9 mi into trip | ~3h 31m in

Take the exit toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 435 Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
8
193.1 mi into trip | ~3h 31m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Tallahassee

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
5
193.4 mi into trip | ~3h 32m in | I 10

Merge onto I 10

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
281 mi into trip | ~5h 6m in | US 90 / Mahan Drive

Turn left onto US 90 / Mahan Drive

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 187.3 mi 3h 21m
I 10 87.7 mi 1h 34m
Mahan Drive 6.7 mi 11m
Tamiami Trail 1.7 mi 2m
Big Bend Road 1.3 mi 2m
Apollo Beach Boulevard 1 mi 1m
East Tennessee Street 0.6 mi 1m
North Franklin Boulevard 0.5 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 187.3 mi, about 3h 21m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Apollo Beach, FL and Tallahassee, FL.

1

Start on Fairway Boulevard

0.1 mi · 26 sec · Fairway Boulevard
2

Turn right onto Apollo Beach Boulevard

1.0 mi · 1 min · Apollo Beach Boulevard
3

Turn left onto US 41

1.7 mi · 2 min · Tamiami Trail
4

Turn right onto CR 672

1.3 mi · 2 min · Big Bend Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
5

Take the ramp

1.4 mi · 3 min
Toward I 75 North: Tampa
6

Merge onto I 75

187 mi · 3 hr 21 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 15 sec
Exit 435 Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 30 sec
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9

Merge onto I 10

88 mi · 1 hr 34 min · I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Turn left onto US 90

6.7 mi · 11 min · Mahan Drive
Use the left lane.
11

Continue on US 90

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Tennessee Street
12

Turn left onto CR 1555

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Franklin Boulevard
Use the left lane.
13

Turn right onto East Pensacola Street

0.2 mi · 40 sec · East Pensacola Street
14

Turn left onto CR 1559

210 ft · 9 sec · South Calhoun Street
15

Turn right onto US 27

339 ft · 12 sec · Apalachee Parkway
16

Turn right onto US 27; FL 61

31 ft · 1 sec · South Monroe Street
17

Arrive at destination

US 27; FL 61

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 144.6 miles from Apollo Beach, FL, or about 2h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 187.3 miles.

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 80 miles or 1h 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 144.6 miles or 2h 39m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 19m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tallahassee, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Apollo Beach, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Apollo Beach, FL

This is one driving day of about 289.2 miles and 5h 21m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Apollo Beach, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 187.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 144.6 mi from Apollo Beach, FL · 2h 39m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Gainesville, FL

145 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Popular next leg

Gainesville, FL to Tallahassee, FL

149 mi · 2h 54m

Pacing Suggestions

Lakeland, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Gainesville, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 144.6 miles from Apollo Beach, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 187.3 miles.

Arriving in Tallahassee, FL

The final approach into Tallahassee, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Tallahassee, FL.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

De Soto National Memorial

De Soto National Memorial

National Memorial

In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...

23 mi from route ~56 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$48.31 one way

$96.62 round trip

$4.24/gal 25.4 MPG avg 101 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.60 $52.33 $104.66
premium $4.90 $55.75 $111.49
diesel $5.64 $64.25 $128.50

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$48

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$73–$98

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 101.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 86.8 1 $30.37 $13.88
Efficient EV 72.3 0 $25.30 $11.57
EV Truck/SUV 115.7 1 $40.49 $18.51

Gas CO2

101 kg

EV CO2

34 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 1 day ago

Origin

Apollo Beach, FL

Morning in Apollo Beach on Monday

Local time

11:55 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Tallahassee, FL

Morning in Tallahassee on Monday

Local time

11:55 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

7 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

5h 21m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Apollo Beach, FL to Tallahassee, FL covers 289.2 miles and takes about 5h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, I 10, Mahan Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 144.6 miles from Apollo Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.31 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 289.2 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.6 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 192.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 193.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Apollo Beach, FL to Tallahassee, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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