Origin
Macclenny, FL
Afternoon in Macclenny on Friday
Local time
2:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
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Trip from Macclenny, 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
2h 35m
Distance
136.3 mi
219 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 25m
★
6 AM
2h 35m
8 AM
2h 56m
10 AM
2h 42m
12 PM
2h 40m
3 PM
2h 43m
5 PM
2h 55m
8 PM
2h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Macclenny, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Tallahassee, FL
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Trip Overview
Macclenny, FL to Tallahassee, FL is 136.3 miles and takes about 2h 35m via I 10, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, taking you from the northeast part of the state to the capital city. The journey is largely highway-focused, making it a straightforward drive. With just one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, it’s a convenient option for a single-day excursion. Plan for a fuel cost around $22 for this 136.3-mile trip.
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
68.1 miles from Macclenny, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 35m. Total distance: 136.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive for 93% of its length, primarily utilizing I 10. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 126.3 miles on I 10, offering a consistent pace. The route is characterized by its efficiency, with minimal deviation from major roadways. Expect a straightforward driving experience as you cover the 136.3 miles between these two Florida locations.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 126.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Mahan Drive. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near I 10.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 35m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 128.1 miles (US 90 / Mahan Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 135.5 miles (CR 1555 / North Franklin Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
128.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 19m in
|
US 90 / Mahan Drive
Turn left onto US 90 / Mahan Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
135.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 32m in
|
CR 1555 / North Franklin Boulevard
Turn left onto CR 1555 / North Franklin Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
136.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 34m in
|
CR 1559 / South Calhoun Street
Turn left onto CR 1559 / South Calhoun Street
Navigation decision point
5
136.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 34m in
|
US 27 / Apalachee Parkway
Turn right onto US 27 / Apalachee Parkway
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 126.3 mi | 2h 15m |
| Mahan Drive | 6.7 mi | 11m |
| South 6th Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East Tennessee Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Franklin Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North 5th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Pensacola Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Boulevard West | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 126.3 mi, about 2h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Macclenny, FL and Tallahassee, FL.
1
Start on FL 228
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
North 5th Street
2
Turn right onto South Boulevard West
445 ft
·
23 sec
·
South Boulevard West
3
Turn left onto FL 121
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South 6th Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 10 West: Lake City
5
Merge onto I 10
126 mi
·
2 hr 15 min
·
I 10
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn left onto US 90
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Mahan Drive
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 90
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tennessee Street
8
Turn left onto CR 1555
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Franklin Boulevard
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto East Pensacola Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Pensacola Street
10
Turn left onto CR 1559
210 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Calhoun Street
11
Turn right onto US 27
339 ft
·
12 sec
·
Apalachee Parkway
12
Turn right onto US 27; FL 61
31 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Monroe Street
13
Arrive at destination
US 27; FL 61
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 35m duration, leaving in the morning from Macclenny allows ample time to reach Tallahassee well before evening. You'll want to plan for one stop, perhaps midway, to break up the 126.3-mile stretch on I 10. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services can be spaced out on longer highway sections; the estimated fuel cost is $22. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility with your departure time and can adjust your pace as needed.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.1 miles from Macclenny, FL, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 126.3 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 30 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.1 miles or 1h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tallahassee, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Macclenny, 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 Macclenny, FL
This is one driving day of about 136.3 miles and 2h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Macclenny, 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 126.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.1 mi from Macclenny, FL · 1h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 68.1 miles from Macclenny, 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 126.3 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.
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
$21.70 one way
$43.39 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $23.60 | $47.20 |
| premium | $4.72 | $25.34 | $50.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.09 | $60.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.9 | 0 | $14.31 | $6.54 |
| Efficient EV | 34.1 | 0 | $11.93 | $5.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.5 | 0 | $19.08 | $8.72 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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
2:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
82°F
Madison, FL
68 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
27 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
2h 35m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Macclenny, FL to Tallahassee, FL covers 136.3 miles and takes about 2h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Mahan Drive, South 6th Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.1 miles from Macclenny, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.70 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 35m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 128.1 miles (US 90 / Mahan Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 135.5 miles (CR 1555 / North Franklin Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Macclenny, 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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