Origin
Parkland, FL
Afternoon in Parkland on Saturday
Local time
1:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Parkland, FL to Tallahassee, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
8h 11m
Distance
444.1 mi
715 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$71
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
8h 4m
★
6 AM
8h 12m
8 AM
8h 28m
10 AM
8h 17m
12 PM
8h 16m
3 PM
8h 18m
5 PM
8h 27m
8 PM
8h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Parkland, FL
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Tallahassee, FL
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Trip Overview
Parkland, FL to Tallahassee, FL is 444.1 miles and takes about 8h 11m via Florida's Turnpike, I 75, and I 10, with a fuel budget near $71 and an overnight recommendation. This highway-focused drive covers a significant portion of Florida, moving from the southern part of the state up towards the Panhandle. Given the 8-hour drive time and the 444.1 miles, it's best split over two days to allow for a more relaxed pace and exploration. The route primarily utilizes major interstates, making it a straightforward, albeit long, journey across the state. Consider this trip if you need to get from South Florida to North Florida efficiently, with the understanding that most of the drive will be on high-speed highways.
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
222 miles from Parkland, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 6m into the drive .
About the Cities
Arriving in Tallahassee, FL
Full guide →Tallahassee is the capital city of Florida, in the Florida Panhandle region of the state. In addition to housing the state government, it is a university town home to Florida State University, Florida A&M University, and Tallahassee Community College. Tallahassee has a good selection of restaurants for a city of its size. The universities' theater, art, and music programs, in addition to an active Council of Culture and Arts, also make for an unusually vibrant arts scene.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Drive Character
This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 96% of the journey taking place on major roadways like Florida's Turnpike, I 75, and I 10. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, with the longest uninterrupted segment being 232 miles on Florida's Turnpike. Expect a profile that prioritizes direct travel over scenic detours, as you'll be covering ground quickly on these high-speed arteries. The character of the drive remains largely consistent, as you'll be navigating major interstate systems for the majority of the 444.1 miles.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 232 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Holmberg Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 444.1 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 0.2 miles (Holmberg Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 240.6 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Holmberg Road
Enter roundabout onto Holmberg Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
8.3 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
7
240.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 26m 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
8
347.8 mi into trip
|
~6h 21m 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
8
348 mi into trip
|
~6h 21m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 232 mi | 4h 9m |
| I 75 | 106.9 mi | 1h 54m |
| I 10 | 87.7 mi | 1h 34m |
| Mahan Drive | 6.7 mi | 11m |
| State Road 7 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Holmberg Road | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| Lyons Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Glades Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 232 mi, about 4h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parkland, FL and Tallahassee, FL.
1
Start on Holmberg Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Holmberg Road
2
Enter roundabout onto Holmberg Road
111 ft
·
6 sec
·
Holmberg Road
3
Continue on Holmberg Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Holmberg Road
4
Enter roundabout onto Holmberg Road
93 ft
·
2 sec
·
Holmberg Road
5
Continue on Holmberg Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Holmberg Road
6
Turn left onto US 441; FL 7
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
State Road 7
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto CR 798
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Palmetto Park Road
8
Turn left onto Lyons Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Lyons Road
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto SR 808
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Glades Road
10
Turn left
63 ft
·
1 sec
11
Take the ramp
401 ft
·
9 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
13
Merge onto SR 91
232 mi
·
4 hr 9 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
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.
15
Merge onto I 75
107 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 435
Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 10
88 mi
·
1 hr 34 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn left onto US 90
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Mahan Drive
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on US 90
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tennessee Street
21
Turn left onto CR 1555
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Franklin Boulevard
Use the left lane.
22
Turn right onto East Pensacola Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Pensacola Street
23
Turn left onto CR 1559
210 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Calhoun Street
24
Turn right onto US 27
339 ft
·
12 sec
·
Apalachee Parkway
25
Turn right onto US 27; FL 61
31 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Monroe Street
26
Arrive at destination
US 27; FL 61
Trip Plan
Given the 8h 11m duration and 444.1 miles, planning for two days is highly recommended for this trip. Aim to depart Parkland, FL early in the morning on your first day to make good progress. Split the drive roughly in half, perhaps stopping for the night around the halfway point, which would be approximately 222 miles into your journey. Keep an eye on fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch of 232 miles on Florida's Turnpike, as services can sometimes be spaced out on interstates. Ensure you have a plan for your overnight stop to avoid late-night searching for accommodation.
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 222 miles from Parkland, FL, or about 4h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 232 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 98 miles or 1h 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 222 miles or 4h 6m 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 222 miles or 4h 6m
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 7h
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 Parkland, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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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 Parkland, FL
Aim for roughly 222 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Tallahassee, FL
Aim for roughly 222 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 98 miles from Parkland, 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 232 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 222 mi from Parkland, FL · 4h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
222 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 Lake Butler, FLOvernight Options
Night 1
222 mi · about 4.1h in
A practical overnight split lands near Lake Butler, FL after about 222 miles or 4.1 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 98 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 222 miles from Parkland, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 232 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 222 miles or 4.1 hours on the road.
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.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Tallahassee, 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
$70.69 one way
$141.38 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
155 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $76.90 | $153.79 |
| premium | $4.72 | $82.58 | $165.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $98.05 | $196.10 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.22
Florida's Turnpike
(231.8 mi)
$16.22
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
$71
Tolls
$16
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$217–$327
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 155.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $47 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 133.2 | 1 | $46.63 | $21.32 |
| Efficient EV | 111 | 1 | $38.86 | $17.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 177.6 | 2 | $62.17 | $28.42 |
Gas CO2
155 kg
EV CO2
52 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Saturday
Local time
1:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Lake Butler, FL
222 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.
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 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
8h 11m 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 Parkland, FL to Tallahassee, FL covers 444.1 miles and takes about 8h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, I 75, I 10. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
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 222 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 222 miles from Parkland, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $70.69 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 444.1 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Holmberg Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 240.6 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Parkland, 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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