Trip from Sunrise, FL to Tallahassee, FL

Drive Time

8h 29m

Distance

455.4 mi

733 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$76

one way

EV Charging

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min

4 AM

8h 22m ★

6 AM

8h 29m

8 AM

8h 45m

10 AM

8h 35m

12 PM

8h 33m

3 PM

8h 35m

5 PM

8h 44m

8 PM

8h 25m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Sunrise, FL

Arian Fernandez

Trip Overview

Traveling from Sunrise to Tallahassee covers 455.4 miles of Florida terrain, a journey that typically takes about 8 hours and 29 minutes of drive time. Because this is a highway-focused route utilizing Florida's Turnpike, I-75, and I-10, you should budget approximately $76 for fuel. While it is technically possible to complete this drive in a single long day, breaking the journey into two days makes for a much more comfortable experience. You will transition from the densely populated southeastern coast into the more inland, northern reaches of the state. Planning for an overnight stay allows you to manage the fatigue that often accompanies such a significant distance on major interstates.

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

227.7 miles from Sunrise, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 17m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highly efficient trip, as 96% of this route consists of high-speed highway driving. Your time behind the wheel will be dominated by a significant 240.6-mile stretch on Florida's Turnpike, which serves as the backbone of the first half of your journey. Transitioning onto I-75 and finally I-10 keeps your pace steady and consistent across the state. This is not a route for scenic, winding backroads; instead, it is a straightforward, utilitarian interstate grind. You will find that the road remains predictable, allowing you to maintain a steady rhythm as you navigate the transition between the state's major highway arteries.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 29 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 240.6 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 0.1 miles in near Northeast 25th Way.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 455.4 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 0.1 miles (Northeast 25th Way): Navigation decision point; at 11.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 251.9 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 23 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Northeast 25th Way

Turn left onto Northeast 25th Way

Navigation decision point

11.2 mi into trip | ~23m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North

251.9 mi into trip | ~4h 44m 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

359.1 mi into trip | ~6h 39m 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

359.3 mi into trip | ~6h 39m 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	240.6 mi	4h 20m
I 75	106.9 mi	1h 54m
I 10	87.7 mi	1h 34m
Mahan Drive	6.7 mi	11m
East Sunrise Boulevard	2.4 mi	5m
South Powerline Road	2.4 mi	4m
Northwest 9th Avenue	1.9 mi	3m
Powerline Road	1.1 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 240.6 mi, about 4h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sunrise, FL and Tallahassee, FL.

Start on Northeast 7th Place

286 ft · 15 sec · Northeast 7th Place

Turn left onto Northeast 25th Way

358 ft · 13 sec · Northeast 25th Way

Turn right onto Northeast 8th Street

296 ft · 15 sec · Northeast 8th Street

Turn left onto Northeast 26th Avenue

311 ft · 15 sec · Northeast 26th Avenue

Turn left onto Northeast 9th Street

0.2 mi · 43 sec · Northeast 9th Street

Continue on Northeast 24th Avenue

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Northeast 24th Avenue

Use the left / none lanes.

Turn left onto SR 838

2.4 mi · 5 min · East Sunrise Boulevard

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn right onto SR 845

1.9 mi · 3 min · Northwest 9th Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on SR 845

1.1 mi · 2 min · Powerline Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on SR 845

2.4 mi · 4 min · South Powerline Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on SR 845

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Pompano Parkway

Use the left / none lanes.

Turn left onto SR 814

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Atlantic Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto Northwest 31st Avenue

1.0 mi · 1 min · Northwest 31st Avenue

Use the right lane.

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 16 sec · this road

Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando Use the straight / left lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

240 mi · 4 hr 20 min · Florida's Turnpike

Use the none lane.

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.

Merge onto I 75

107 mi · 1 hr 54 min · I 75

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 15 sec

Exit 435 Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 30 sec

Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 10

88 mi · 1 hr 34 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto US 90

6.7 mi · 11 min · Mahan Drive

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 90

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Tennessee Street

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto CR 1555

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Franklin Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto East Pensacola Street

0.2 mi · 40 sec · East Pensacola Street

Turn left onto CR 1559

210 ft · 9 sec · South Calhoun Street

Turn right onto US 27

339 ft · 12 sec · Apalachee Parkway

Turn right onto US 27; FL 61

31 ft · 1 sec · South Monroe Street

Arrive at destination

US 27; FL 61

Trip Plan

To keep your energy high, plan for at least two deliberate stops throughout the day. Leaving Sunrise early in the morning is your best bet to avoid peak traffic congestion, especially when navigating the transition points between the Turnpike and the interstates. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the longest 240.6-mile stretch on the Turnpike to ensure you are not caught off guard by the distance between service plazas. If you decide to split the trip over two days, look for lodging options near the I-75 and I-10 junction to balance your mileage evenly. Flexibility is key, so monitor real-time traffic alerts as you approach the major interchange points where these highways meet.

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 227.7 miles from Sunrise, FL, or about 4h 17m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 240.6 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 100 miles or 1h 59m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 227.7 miles or 4h 17m 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 227.7 miles or 4h 17m

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 18m

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 Sunrise, 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.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

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 Sunrise, FL

Aim for roughly 228 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Tallahassee, FL

Aim for roughly 228 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 100 miles from Sunrise, 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 240.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 227.7 mi from Sunrise, FL · 4h 17m into the drive

Mid-route town

Overnight candidate

Orlando, FL

228 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 Orlando, FL

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Overnight Options

Night 1

Orlando, FL

228 mi · about 4.2h in

A practical overnight split lands near Orlando, FL after about 228 miles or 4.2 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Atlantis, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 100 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Orlando, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 227.7 miles from Sunrise, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 240.6 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 228 miles or 4.2 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

$76.07 one way

$152.15 round trip

$4.24/gal 25.4 MPG avg 159 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$82.40	$164.80
premium	$4.90	$87.78	$175.56
diesel	$5.64	$101.17	$202.35

Estimated Tolls: $16.83

Florida's Turnpike (240.4 mi) $16.83

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

$76

Tolls

$17

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$223–$333

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 159.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $48 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	136.6	1	$47.82	$21.86
Efficient EV	113.9	1	$39.85	$18.22
EV Truck/SUV	182.2	2	$63.76	$29.15

Gas CO2

159 kg

EV CO2

53 kg (67% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 21 hours ago

Origin

Sunrise, FL

Afternoon in Sunrise on Sunday

Local time

4:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Tallahassee, FL

Afternoon in Tallahassee on Sunday

Local time

4:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

10 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

8h 29m 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 Sunrise, FL to Tallahassee, FL covers 455.4 miles and takes about 8h 29m 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 228 miles on day one.

The midpoint is about 227.7 miles from Sunrise, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $76.07 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.

The route from Sunrise, FL to Tallahassee, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Sunrise, FL to Tallahassee, FL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Overnight Options

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Tallahassee, FL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Sunrise, FL

Tallahassee, FL

Same local time

10 degrees cooler at arrival

8h 29m on the road

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