Trip from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Bonifay, FL

Drive Time

9h 57m

Distance

544.7 mi

877 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$91

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min

4 AM

9h 48m ★

6 AM

9h 57m

8 AM

10h 15m

10 AM

10h 4m

12 PM

10h 2m

3 PM

10h 5m

5 PM

10h 14m

8 PM

9h 52m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Bonifay, FL covers 544.7 miles and takes about 9h 57m behind the wheel. It usually feels better as a 2-day road trip than as one long push.

The route leans on Florida's Turnpike, I 10, I 75 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is long-distance drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 240.6 miles on Florida's Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $90.99 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

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

Midpoint

272.3 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h 3m into the drive .

Drive Character

At 544.7 miles and 9h 57m of driving, this is a route where fuel stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single turn. The main roads are Florida's Turnpike and 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 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Florida's Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 240.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near Northwest 9th Avenue.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 544.7 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 0.6 miles (Northwest 9th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 250.5 miles (Florida's Turnpike): 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.

0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in | Northwest 9th Avenue

Turn right onto Northwest 9th Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

9.8 mi into trip | ~18m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North

250.5 mi into trip | ~4h 39m 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

357.7 mi into trip | ~6h 34m 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

357.8 mi into trip | ~6h 34m 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL to Bonifay, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.

Tallahassee

357.7 mi in | ~6h 34m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Florida's Turnpike	240.6 mi	4h 20m
I 10	184.2 mi	3h 17m
I 75	106.9 mi	1h 54m
Northwest 9th Avenue	2.9 mi	5m
South Powerline Road	2.4 mi	4m
South Waukesha Street	2.1 mi	3m
Powerline Road	1.1 mi	2m
South Pompano Parkway	1 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 240.6 mi, about 4h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Bonifay, FL.

Start on SR 842

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Broward Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto Northwest 9th Avenue

2.9 mi · 5 min · Northwest 9th Avenue

Use the none lane.

Continue on SR 845

1.1 mi · 2 min · Powerline Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on SR 845

2.4 mi · 4 min · South Powerline Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on SR 845

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Pompano Parkway

Use the left / none lanes.

Turn left onto SR 814

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Atlantic Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto Northwest 31st Avenue

1.0 mi · 1 min · Northwest 31st Avenue

Use the right lane.

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 16 sec · this road

Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando Use the straight / left lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

240 mi · 4 hr 20 min · Florida's Turnpike

Use the none lane.

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

184 mi · 3 hr 17 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Exit 112 Toward SR 79: Bonifay, Panama City Beach

Turn right onto FL 79

2.1 mi · 3 min · South Waukesha Street

Arrive at destination

FL 79

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.

Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 272.3 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL, or about 5h 3m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 240.6 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 120 miles or 2h 18m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 272.3 miles or 5h 3m in

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

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 272.3 miles or 5h 3m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 8h 50m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Fort Lauderdale, 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.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Fort Lauderdale, FL

Aim for roughly 272 miles and 5 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Bonifay, FL

Aim for roughly 272 miles and 5 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 120 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL.

This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.

Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 240.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 272.3 mi from Fort Lauderdale, FL · 5h 3m into the drive

First major stop

Coffee and fuel

Palm Bay, FL

180 mi into the route

Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch

This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.

Second major stop

Overnight candidate

Gainesville, FL

360 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Gainesville, FL

Overnight Options

Night 1

Orlando, FL

272 mi · about 5h in

A practical overnight split lands near Orlando, FL after about 272 miles or 5 hours of driving.

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Pacing Suggestions

Palm Bay, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 120 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Gainesville, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 272.3 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 240.6 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 272 miles or 5 hours on the road.

Arriving in Bonifay, FL

The final approach into Bonifay, 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 Bonifay, FL.

On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Bonifay, FL with some flexibility left in the schedule.

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

$90.99 one way

$181.98 round trip

$4.24/gal 25.4 MPG avg 191 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$98.56	$197.12
premium	$4.90	$104.99	$209.99
diesel	$5.64	$121.01	$242.03

Estimated Tolls: $16.83

Florida's Turnpike (240.4 mi) $16.83

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

$91

Tolls

$17

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$238–$348

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 190.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $57 in charging · 2 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	163.4	2	$57.19	$26.15
Efficient EV	136.2	1	$47.66	$21.79
EV Truck/SUV	217.9	2	$76.26	$34.86

Gas CO2

191 kg

EV CO2

64 kg (66% less)

Plan for 2 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

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Evening in Fort Lauderdale on Sunday

Local time

6:38 PM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bonifay, FL

Evening in Bonifay on Sunday

Local time

5:38 PM

CDT

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.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

Time zone

1 hour earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

9 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

9h 57m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Bonifay, FL covers 544.7 miles and takes about 9h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, I 10, I 75. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 272 miles on day one.

The midpoint is about 272.3 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $90.99 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

Plan about 2 meaningful breaks 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL to Bonifay, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.

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Trip from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Bonifay, 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

Overnight Options

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Bonifay, FL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Bonifay, FL

1 hour earlier

9 degrees cooler at arrival

9h 57m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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