Origin
Tallahassee, FL
Afternoon in Tallahassee on Sunday
Local time
3:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tallahassee, FL to Callaway, FL
Drive Time
2h 16m
Distance
95.6 mi
154 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
Callaway, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Tallahassee to Callaway, expect a straightforward 95.6-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 16 minutes to complete. This trip is perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stops along the way. You should budget approximately $16 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Florida locations. Because you will be navigating through a mix of local roads and highways, it is a practical drive for those looking to reach the coast efficiently. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a change of scenery, the simplicity of this route makes it a very manageable day trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
47.8 miles from Tallahassee, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that feels quite different from a standard interstate cruise. With only 17% of the journey spent on major highways, you will spend most of your time navigating regional corridors like the Blountstown Highway, US 231, and Star Avenue. Your focus will be tested during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 66.9 miles on the Blountstown Highway. The road’s personality shifts from local transit to more focused highway driving as you progress toward your destination. Stay alert, as the winding nature of these roads requires more active attention than a typical straight-line motorway.
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.
Blountstown Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 66.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near FL 366 / West Jefferson Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 16m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (FL 366 / West Jefferson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (FL 366 / Varsity Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (FL 366 / Stadium Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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FL 366 / West Jefferson Street
Turn left onto FL 366 / West Jefferson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
1.3 mi into trip
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~3m in
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FL 366 / Varsity Drive
Turn left onto FL 366 / Varsity Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
1.5 mi into trip
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~4m in
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FL 366 / Stadium Drive
Turn slight right onto FL 366 / Stadium Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
2.1 mi into trip
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~5m in
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FL 366 / West Pensacola Street
Turn left onto FL 366 / West Pensacola Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
95.3 mi into trip
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~2h 15m in
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FL 22 / Wewa Highway
Turn right onto FL 22 / Wewa Highway
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Blountstown Highway | 66.9 mi | 1h 32m |
| US 231 | 16.1 mi | 20m |
| Star Avenue | 6.7 mi | 10m |
| West Pensacola Street | 4 mi | 8m |
| Jackson Bluff Road | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Stadium Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Wewa Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Varsity Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Blountstown Highway
— 66.9 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tallahassee, FL and Callaway, FL.
1
Start on US 27; FL 61
486 ft
·
23 sec
·
South Monroe Street
2
Turn left onto FL 366
436 ft
·
12 sec
·
West Jefferson Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on FL 366
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West Pensacola Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto FL 366
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Varsity Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn slight right onto FL 366
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Stadium Drive
Use the none lane.
6
Turn left onto FL 366
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
West Pensacola Street
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on FL 20
18 mi
·
25 min
·
Blountstown Highway
Use the left / none lanes.
8
Continue on FL 20; FL 267
0.7 mi
·
57 sec
·
Jackson Bluff Road
9
Continue on FL 20; FL 267
49 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
Blountstown Highway
10
Turn left onto US 231
16 mi
·
20 min
·
US 231
11
Turn left onto CR 2293; CR 2315
6.7 mi
·
10 min
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Star Avenue
12
Turn right onto FL 22
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Wewa Highway
13
Arrive at destination
FL 22
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip without any scheduled stops, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal schedule. Aim to top off your tank before leaving Tallahassee to keep your costs near the $16 estimate and avoid unnecessary detours. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, double-check your navigation settings before you pull away to ensure you stay on the path through Blountstown Highway and Star Avenue. Because there are no designated stops provided, make sure to handle any rest breaks or refreshments before you head out. This straightforward pace allows you to complete the drive in one go, so pack your essentials in the car and enjoy the direct route to Callaway.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 47.8 miles from Tallahassee, FL, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.9 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 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.8 miles or 1h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Callaway, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Tallahassee, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Tallahassee, FL
This is one driving day of about 95.6 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Tallahassee, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Blountstown Highway for about 66.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.8 mi from Tallahassee, FL · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 47.8 miles from Tallahassee, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Blountstown Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.9 miles.
Arriving in Callaway, FL
The final approach into Callaway, 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 Callaway, 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
$15.97 one way
$31.94 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $17.30 | $34.60 |
| premium | $4.90 | $18.43 | $36.85 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.24 | $42.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.7 | 0 | $10.04 | $4.59 |
| Efficient EV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.36 | $3.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.2 | 0 | $13.38 | $6.12 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Callaway, FL
Afternoon in Callaway on Sunday
Local time
2:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°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.
Time zone
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
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
2h 16m 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 Tallahassee, FL to Callaway, FL covers 95.6 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Blountstown Highway, US 231, Star Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.8 miles from Tallahassee, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.97 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.
This is a straightforward 2h 16m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (FL 366 / West Jefferson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (FL 366 / Varsity Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (FL 366 / Stadium Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Tallahassee, FL to Callaway, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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