Origin
Inverness, FL
Afternoon in Inverness on Friday
Local time
2:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Inverness, FL to Tallahassee, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 59m
Distance
182.9 mi
294 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 47m
★
6 AM
4h 0m
8 AM
4h 26m
10 AM
4h 9m
12 PM
4h 6m
3 PM
4h 10m
5 PM
4h 24m
8 PM
3h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Inverness, FL
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Tallahassee, FL
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Trip Overview
This 182.9-mile journey from Inverness, Florida, to Tallahassee, Florida, is best suited as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 59 minutes. You'll primarily navigate Young Boulevard and Suncoast Boulevard, with a significant portion on US 41. With a projected fuel cost of around $29, this route offers an economical way to travel between these two Florida regions. The drive is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a more local and less highway-intensive experience. Given its manageable duration and cost, it's an accessible option for a straightforward travel day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
91.4 miles from Inverness, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 59m. Total distance: 182.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (25%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this trip, with only 25% of the route on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 89.3 miles on Young Boulevard, offering a substantial period of consistent travel before the road network becomes more intricate. This means you'll be engaging with the road more frequently, making it feel less like a monotonous interstate cruise and more like a connected series of local and regional thoroughfares. The road's personality shifts as you progress, requiring your attention to navigate its various turns and transitions.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Young Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 89.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Courthouse Square.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Inverness, FL to Tallahassee, FL is easy. At 3h 59m with 25% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Courthouse Square): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Courthouse Square): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 41; FL 44): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Courthouse Square
Turn right onto Courthouse Square
Navigation decision point
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Courthouse Square
Continue onto Courthouse Square
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 41; FL 44
Turn right onto US 41; FL 44
Navigation decision point
5
17.5 mi into trip
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~27m in
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US 19; US 98 / Suncoast Boulevard
Turn right onto US 19; US 98 / Suncoast Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
182.9 mi into trip
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~3h 59m in
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US 27; FL 61 / South Monroe Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 27; FL 61 / South Monroe Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Young Boulevard | 89.3 mi | 1h 53m |
| Suncoast Boulevard | 47 mi | 59m |
| US 41 | 17.3 mi | 26m |
| Apalachee Parkway | 16.1 mi | 23m |
| US 19 | 13 mi | 16m |
| Courthouse Square | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Monroe Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Young Boulevard
— 89.3 mi, about 1h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Inverness, FL and Tallahassee, FL.
1
Start on this road
113 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Courthouse Square
264 ft
·
13 sec
·
Courthouse Square
3
Continue on Courthouse Square
278 ft
·
9 sec
·
Courthouse Square
4
Continue on Courthouse Square
298 ft
·
12 sec
·
Courthouse Square
5
Turn right onto US 41; FL 44
17 mi
·
26 min
·
US 41; FL 44
6
Turn right onto US 19; US 98
47 mi
·
59 min
·
Suncoast Boulevard
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
89 mi
·
1 hr 53 min
·
Young Boulevard
8
Continue on US 19; US 27
13 mi
·
16 min
·
US 19; US 27
9
Continue on US 27
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Apalachee Parkway
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 27
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Apalachee Parkway
11
Continue on US 27
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Apalachee Parkway
Use the left lane.
12
At end of road, turn right onto US 27; FL 61
31 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Monroe Street
13
Arrive at destination
US 27; FL 61
Trip Plan
For this 182.9-mile drive, departing in the morning will allow you to complete the nearly 4-hour trip with ample daylight. With only one suggested stop and a fuel cost of approximately $29, you can plan for a relatively uninterrupted journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 89.3 miles on Young Boulevard, to ensure you have enough to reach your destination or a refueling point. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart when convenient, but aim for an early start to maximize your time in Tallahassee.
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 91.4 miles from Inverness, FL, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.3 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 40 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.4 miles or 2h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 14m
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 Inverness, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Inverness, FL
This is one driving day of about 182.9 miles and 3h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Inverness, 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 Young Boulevard for about 89.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 91.4 mi from Inverness, FL · 2h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
91 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 91.4 miles from Inverness, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Young Boulevard if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 89.3 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
$29.11 one way
$58.23 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
64 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $31.67 | $63.34 |
| premium | $4.72 | $34.01 | $68.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.38 | $80.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.9 | 0 | $19.20 | $8.78 |
| Efficient EV | 45.7 | 0 | $16.00 | $7.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73.2 | 0 | $25.61 | $11.71 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Destination
Tallahassee, FL
Afternoon in Tallahassee on Friday
Local time
2:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Clear then Patchy Fog
WSW 0 to 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
82°F
Trenton, FL
91 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 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
3h 59m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Inverness, FL to Tallahassee, FL covers 182.9 miles and takes about 3h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Young Boulevard, Suncoast Boulevard, US 41. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 91.4 miles from Inverness, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.11 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Inverness, FL to Tallahassee, FL is easy. At 3h 59m with 25% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Courthouse Square): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Courthouse Square): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 41; FL 44): Navigation decision point.
The route from Inverness, FL to Tallahassee, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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