Trip from Auburndale, FL to Tallahassee, FL

Drive Time

5h 13m

Distance

269 mi

433 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$45

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

5h 0m ★

6 AM

5h 14m

8 AM

5h 41m

10 AM

5h 23m

12 PM

5h 21m

3 PM

5h 25m

5 PM

5h 40m

8 PM

5h 6m

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

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Auburndale, FL

Arian Fernandez

Trip Overview

Traveling from Auburndale to Tallahassee covers a 269-mile journey that typically takes about 5 hours and 13 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused drive, it is manageable as a single-day trip, though you should be prepared for a solid block of time behind the wheel. Budgeting approximately $45 for fuel will cover your transit costs across this stretch of Florida. You will primarily utilize I-75 and I-10 to make your way north, with a transition onto Commonwealth Avenue North as you approach your destination. While the route is efficient, it remains a significant trek across the state, so ensure you are comfortable with a full day of driving before you head out.

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

134.5 miles from Auburndale, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 42m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a high-speed, interstate-heavy experience, as roughly 81% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating the major arteries of Florida, including a significant 106.9-mile stretch on I-75 that serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the trip. The road personality is defined by consistent, fast-paced interstate travel rather than local meandering. As you move from the central part of the state toward the capital, the landscape transitions through major highway corridors designed for efficiency. Be prepared for the rhythmic, monotonous nature of long-distance interstate driving that characterizes the majority of these 269 miles.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 32 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 106.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Bartow Avenue.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 269 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Bartow Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 65.5 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 22 key points

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

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Bartow Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto North Bartow Avenue

Navigation decision point

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in

Enter roundabout

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

65.5 mi into trip | ~1h 28m in | Florida's Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike toward I 75 North: Ocala

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward I 75 North: Ocala

172.7 mi into trip | ~3h 23m 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

172.8 mi into trip | ~3h 23m 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

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Auburndale, FL to Tallahassee, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala along the way.

Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala

46.1 mi in | ~1h 7m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 75	106.9 mi	1h 54m
I 10	87.7 mi	1h 34m
Commonwealth Avenue North	26.5 mi	34m
Florida's Turnpike	19.1 mi	20m
Mahan Drive	6.7 mi	11m
Howey Road	5.2 mi	7m
Polk City Road	4.8 mi	7m
US 27	2.8 mi	3m

Longest stretch: I 75 — 106.9 mi, about 1h 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on North Bartow Avenue

483 ft · 20 sec · North Bartow Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto North Bartow Avenue

0.2 mi · 27 sec · North Bartow Avenue

Enter roundabout

0.1 mi · 24 sec

Continue

131 ft · 3 sec

Turn straight onto North Main Street

0.1 mi · 15 sec · North Main Street

Continue on Lake Ariana Boulevard

1.4 mi · 2 min · Lake Ariana Boulevard

Turn straight onto Polk City Road

4.8 mi · 7 min · Polk City Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on FL 559

1.0 mi · 1 min · FL 559

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto FL 559

1.8 mi · 2 min · Broadway Boulevard Southeast

Turn right onto FL 33

5.3 mi · 7 min · Commonwealth Avenue North

Enter roundabout onto FL 33

131 ft · 2 sec · Commonwealth Avenue North

Continue on FL 33

21 mi · 27 min · Commonwealth Avenue North

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto FL 50; FL 33

0.3 mi · 54 sec · Broad Street

Turn right onto FL 19

5.2 mi · 7 min · Howey Road

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto Independence Boulevard

1.7 mi · 4 min · Independence Boulevard

At end of road, turn left onto US 27

2.8 mi · 3 min · US 27

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Toward Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala

Continue on this road

0.4 mi · 48 sec · this road

Toward Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

19 mi · 20 min · Florida's Turnpike

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike

0.2 mi · 15 sec · Florida's Turnpike

Toward I 75 North: Ocala Use the straight lane.

Merge onto I 75

107 mi · 1 hr 54 min · I 75

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 15 sec

Exit 435 Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 30 sec

Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 10

88 mi · 1 hr 34 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto US 90

6.7 mi · 11 min · Mahan Drive

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 90

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Tennessee Street

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto CR 1555

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Franklin Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto East Pensacola Street

0.2 mi · 40 sec · East Pensacola Street

Turn left onto CR 1559

210 ft · 9 sec · South Calhoun Street

Turn right onto US 27

339 ft · 12 sec · Apalachee Parkway

Turn right onto US 27; FL 61

31 ft · 1 sec · South Monroe Street

Arrive at destination

US 27; FL 61

Trip Plan

To keep your energy levels steady, plan for at least one dedicated stop during your 5-hour and 13-minute transit. Given the interstate-heavy nature of the route, leaving early in the morning is your best bet to avoid potential congestion on the main highways. Since the longest stretch spans over 106 miles, keep an eye on your fuel gauge before entering these extended segments to ensure you reach your next planned stop comfortably. Because this is a straightforward 269-mile drive, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace easily if you encounter unexpected traffic. Use that single planned stop as a genuine break from the driver's seat to ensure you arrive in Tallahassee feeling refreshed rather than fatigued.

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 134.5 miles from Auburndale, FL, or about 2h 42m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.9 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 44m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 134.5 miles or 2h 42m 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 15m

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

Before You Leave

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

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

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 Auburndale, FL

This is one driving day of about 269 miles and 5h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Auburndale, 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 106.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 134.5 mi from Auburndale, FL · 2h 42m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Orlando, FL

135 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

Orlando, FL to Tallahassee, FL

258.9 mi · 3h 48m

Pacing Suggestions

Gainesville, 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 134.5 miles from Auburndale, 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 106.9 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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$44.94 one way

$89.87 round trip

$4.24/gal 25.4 MPG avg 94 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$48.67	$97.35
premium	$4.90	$51.85	$103.70
diesel	$5.64	$59.76	$119.52

Estimated Tolls: $1.32

Florida's Turnpike (18.9 mi) $1.32

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$45

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$71–$96

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 94.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	80.7	0	$28.24	$12.91
Efficient EV	67.3	0	$23.54	$10.76
EV Truck/SUV	107.6	1	$37.66	$17.22

Gas CO2

94 kg

EV CO2

31 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 3 days ago

Origin

Auburndale, FL

Afternoon in Auburndale on Sunday

Local time

4:43 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Tallahassee, FL

Afternoon in Tallahassee on Sunday

Local time

4:43 PM

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

3 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 13m 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 Auburndale, FL to Tallahassee, FL covers 269 miles and takes about 5h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 75, I 10, Commonwealth Avenue North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 134.5 miles from Auburndale, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $44.94 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.

On the drive from Auburndale, FL to Tallahassee, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala along the way.

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Trip from Auburndale, FL to Tallahassee, FL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Tallahassee, FL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Auburndale, FL

Tallahassee, FL

Same local time

3 degrees cooler at arrival

5h 13m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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