Origin
Deltona, FL
Evening in Deltona on Monday
Local time
5:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Deltona, FL to Tallahassee, FL
Drive Time
5h 3m
Distance
249.8 mi
402 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 50m
★
6 AM
5h 4m
8 AM
5h 31m
10 AM
5h 13m
12 PM
5h 10m
3 PM
5h 14m
5 PM
5h 29m
8 PM
4h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Deltona, FL
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Tallahassee, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Deltona, FL to Tallahassee, FL covers 249.8 miles and takes about 5h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, I 75, West State Road 40 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 87.7 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $41.73 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
124.9 miles from Deltona, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 5h 3m highway drive covering 249.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and I 75. The longest continuous stretch is about 87.7 miles on I 10.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 87.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 249.8 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 4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward FL 472: Deltona, DeLand
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 114
Toward FL 472: Deltona, DeLand
9
4.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward FL 472 West: Cassadaga, De Land, Orange City Historic District, Blue Springs State Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward FL 472 West: Cassadaga, De Land, Orange...
7
7.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward US 17 North, US 92 East: DeLand
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 17 North, US 92 East: DeLand
8
153.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 13m 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
153.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 13m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 87.7 mi | 1h 34m |
| I 75 | 77.4 mi | 1h 22m |
| West State Road 40 | 39.2 mi | 54m |
| FL 326 | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| North US Highway 17 | 9.4 mi | 12m |
| Mahan Drive | 6.7 mi | 11m |
| South Spring Garden Avenue | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| FL 472 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 87.7 mi, about 1h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deltona, FL and Tallahassee, FL.
1
Start on East Normandy Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Normandy Boulevard
2
Turn left onto CR 4146
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Saxon Boulevard
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
4
Merge onto I 4
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
I 4
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 114
Toward FL 472: Deltona, DeLand
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
451 ft
·
16 sec
Toward FL 472 West: Cassadaga, De Land, Orange City Historic District, Blue Springs State Park
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on FL 472
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
FL 472
Use the right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward US 17 North, US 92 East: DeLand
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on US 17; US 92
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Woodland Boulevard
10
Turn left onto FL 15A
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
West Taylor Road
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on FL 15A
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South State Road 15a
12
Continue on FL 15A
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
South Spring Garden Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto US 17
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
North US Highway 17
14
Enter roundabout onto US 17
137 ft
·
2 sec
·
North US Highway 17
15
Continue on US 17
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
North US Highway 17
16
Turn left onto FL 40
39 mi
·
54 min
·
West State Road 40
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto FL 326
9.9 mi
·
14 min
·
FL 326
Use the left / straight lanes.
18
Continue on FL 326
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 77th Street
Use the straight lane.
19
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 75 North: Lake City
20
Merge onto I 75
77 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 435
Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
23
Merge onto I 10
88 mi
·
1 hr 34 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Turn left onto US 90
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Mahan Drive
Use the left lane.
25
Continue on US 90
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tennessee Street
26
Turn left onto CR 1555
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Franklin Boulevard
Use the left lane.
27
Turn right onto East Pensacola Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Pensacola Street
28
Turn left onto CR 1559
210 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Calhoun Street
29
Turn right onto US 27
339 ft
·
12 sec
·
Apalachee Parkway
30
Turn right onto US 27; FL 61
31 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Monroe Street
31
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 124.9 miles from Deltona, FL, or about 2h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 87.7 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 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124.9 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 8m
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 Deltona, 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 Deltona, FL
This is one driving day of about 249.8 miles and 5h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Deltona, 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 10 for about 87.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 124.9 mi from Deltona, FL · 2h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
125 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 124.9 miles from Deltona, 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 87.7 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.73 one way
$83.46 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
87 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $45.20 | $90.40 |
| premium | $4.90 | $48.15 | $96.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $55.50 | $110.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 74.9 | 0 | $26.23 | $11.99 |
| Efficient EV | 62.5 | 0 | $21.86 | $9.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 99.9 | 1 | $34.97 | $15.99 |
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 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.
Destination
Tallahassee, FL
Evening in Tallahassee on Monday
Local time
5:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Partly Sunny
S 5 mph
0% chance
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
22 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 3m 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 Deltona, FL to Tallahassee, FL covers 249.8 miles and takes about 5h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, I 75, West State Road 40. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 124.9 miles from Deltona, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.73 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 is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 249.8 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Deltona, FL to Tallahassee, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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