Drive Time
4h 56m
Distance
267.1 mi
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
The drive from Gainesville, FL to DeFuniak Springs, FL covers 267.1 miles and takes about 4h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West University Avenue, Newberry Road, I 75 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $43.62 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
133.6 miles from Gainesville, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .
Expect a 4h 56m drive with frequent turns across 267.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West University Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Newberry Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 75 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 331 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 331 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 90 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Gainesville, FL and DeFuniak Springs, FL.
Start on South Main Street
Turn left onto West University Avenue
Continue on Newberry Road
Take the exit slight right toward I 75 North: Lake City
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
Keep slight left to continue on I 10 West: Tallahassee
Merge slight right
Take the exit slight right toward US 331: DeFuniak Springs, Freeport
Turn right onto US Highway 331 South
At the end of the road, turn right onto US Highway 90 East
Turn right onto South 9th Street
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 133.6 miles or 2h 28m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near DeFuniak Springs, FL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, FL
This is one driving day of about 267.1 miles and 4h 56m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 133.6 mi from Gainesville, FL · 2h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
134 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 133.6 miles from Gainesville, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into DeFuniak Springs, 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 DeFuniak Springs, FL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$43.62 one way
$87.24 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $48.33 | $96.66 |
| premium | $4.90 | $51.49 | $102.97 |
| diesel | $4.35 | $45.74 | $91.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 93.5 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 80.1 | 0 | $28.05 | $12.82 |
| Efficient EV | 66.8 | 0 | $23.37 | $10.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 106.8 | 1 | $37.39 | $17.09 |
Gas CO2
93 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Gainesville on Saturday
Local time
6:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in DeFuniak Springs on Saturday
Local time
5:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
61°F
Tallahassee, FL
134 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
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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