Drive Time
1h 47m
Distance
93.3 mi
150 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
Photo: Matt Fitz Gibaud
The drive from Bonifay, FL to Tallahassee, FL covers 93.3 miles and takes about 1h 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, North Monroe Street, North Waukesha Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 86.5 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.59 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
46.7 miles from Bonifay, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
This is a 1h 47m highway drive covering 93.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and North Monroe Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 86.5 miles on I 10.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
576 ft
Total Descent
504 ft
Highest Point
264 ft
~62.2 mi in
Elevation Range
209 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and North Monroe Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 47m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 89 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the ramp toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 27: Monroe Street, State Capitol
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward Monroe Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn right onto US 27 / North Monroe Street
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 86.5 mi | 1h 32m |
| North Monroe Street | 3.7 mi | 8m |
| North Waukesha Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| South Monroe Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Bonifay, FL and Tallahassee, FL.
Start on FL 79
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right onto US 27
Arrive at destination
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.
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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.7 miles or 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tallahassee, FL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Bonifay, 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 Bonifay, FL
This is one driving day of about 93.3 miles and 1h 47m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.7 mi from Bonifay, FL · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 46.7 miles from Bonifay, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.5 miles.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$15.59 one way
$31.17 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $16.88 | $33.76 |
| premium | $4.90 | $17.98 | $35.97 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.73 | $41.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28 | 0 | $9.80 | $4.48 |
| Efficient EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.16 | $3.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.06 | $5.97 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (67% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Bonifay on Saturday
Local time
8:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Night in Tallahassee on Saturday
Local time
9:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
87°F
Dothan, AL
47 mi in
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
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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