Origin
Oakleaf Plantation, FL
Morning in Oakleaf Plantation on Monday
Local time
9:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oakleaf Plantation, FL to Tallahassee, FL
Drive Time
3h 6m
Distance
162 mi
261 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 55m
★
6 AM
3h 7m
8 AM
3h 30m
10 AM
3h 15m
12 PM
3h 12m
3 PM
3h 16m
5 PM
3h 28m
8 PM
3h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oakleaf Plantation, FL
Mick Haupt
Trip Overview
The drive from Oakleaf Plantation, FL to Tallahassee, FL covers 162 miles and takes about 3h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, First Coast Expressway, Mahan Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 141.8 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.06 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
81 miles from Oakleaf Plantation, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 3h 6m highway drive covering 162 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and First Coast Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 141.8 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 20 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 141.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and First Coast Expressway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 11.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 6m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 11.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 12.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 153.9 miles (US 90 / Mahan Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
11.6 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward I 10 West: Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 46B
Toward I 10 West: Lake City
5
12.1 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
153.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 50m in
|
US 90 / Mahan Drive
Turn left onto US 90 / Mahan Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
161.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 4m in
|
CR 1555 / North Franklin Boulevard
Turn left onto CR 1555 / North Franklin Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
161.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 6m in
|
CR 1559 / South Calhoun Street
Turn left onto CR 1559 / South Calhoun Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 141.8 mi | 2h 31m |
| First Coast Expressway | 8.2 mi | 9m |
| Mahan Drive | 6.7 mi | 11m |
| Oakleaf Plantation Parkway | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Plantation Oaks Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| East Tennessee Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Franklin Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Pensacola Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 141.8 mi, about 2h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakleaf Plantation, FL and Tallahassee, FL.
1
Start on this road
463 ft
·
38 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
102 ft
·
8 sec
3
Turn left onto Oakleaf High School Entrance
0.1 mi
·
57 sec
·
Oakleaf High School Entrance
4
Turn left onto Plantation Oaks Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Plantation Oaks Boulevard
5
Enter roundabout onto Oakleaf Plantation Parkway
16 ft
·
0 sec
·
Oakleaf Plantation Parkway
6
Continue on Oakleaf Plantation Parkway
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Oakleaf Plantation Parkway
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on Argyle Forest Boulevard
416 ft
·
10 sec
·
Argyle Forest Boulevard
8
Turn slight left
242 ft
·
16 sec
Toward FL 23 North Toll: Jacksonville, Lake City
9
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward FL 23 North Toll: Jacksonville, Lake City
10
Merge onto FL 23 Toll
8.2 mi
·
9 min
·
First Coast Expressway
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 46B
Toward I 10 West: Lake City
12
Merge onto I 10
142 mi
·
2 hr 31 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto US 90
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Mahan Drive
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on US 90
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tennessee Street
15
Turn left onto CR 1555
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Franklin Boulevard
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto East Pensacola Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Pensacola Street
17
Turn left onto CR 1559
210 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Calhoun Street
18
Turn right onto US 27
339 ft
·
12 sec
·
Apalachee Parkway
19
Turn right onto US 27; FL 61
31 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Monroe Street
20
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 81 miles from Oakleaf Plantation, FL, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 141.8 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81 miles or 1h 32m 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 28m
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 Oakleaf Plantation, 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 Oakleaf Plantation, FL
This is one driving day of about 162 miles and 3h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Oakleaf Plantation, 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 141.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81 mi from Oakleaf Plantation, FL · 1h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 81 miles from Oakleaf Plantation, 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 141.8 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
$27.06 one way
$54.12 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $29.31 | $58.63 |
| premium | $4.90 | $31.23 | $62.45 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $35.99 | $71.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.6 | 0 | $17.01 | $7.78 |
| Efficient EV | 40.5 | 0 | $14.17 | $6.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.8 | 0 | $22.68 | $10.37 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Morning in Tallahassee on Monday
Local time
9:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Partly Cloudy
ESE 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 5:08AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 13 at 3:09AM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 6m 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 Oakleaf Plantation, FL to Tallahassee, FL covers 162 miles and takes about 3h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, First Coast Expressway, Mahan Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81 miles from Oakleaf Plantation, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.06 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.
This is a straightforward 3h 6m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 11.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 12.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 153.9 miles (US 90 / Mahan Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Oakleaf Plantation, FL to Tallahassee, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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