Origin
Tallahassee, FL
Afternoon in Tallahassee on Sunday
Local time
4:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tallahassee, FL to Lutz, FL
Drive Time
4h 47m
Distance
228.4 mi
368 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 34m
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6 AM
4h 47m
8 AM
5h 14m
10 AM
4h 57m
12 PM
4h 54m
3 PM
4h 58m
5 PM
5h 13m
8 PM
4h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lutz, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Trip Overview
The drive from Tallahassee, FL to Lutz, FL covers 228.4 miles and takes about 4h 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 27, US 19, Suncoast Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 94.1 miles on US 27. At current regular gas prices, budget about $38.15 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
114.2 miles from Tallahassee, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 4h 47m highway drive covering 228.4 miles, with most of the trip on US 27 and US 19. The longest continuous stretch is about 94.1 miles on US 27.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 27 is the longest continuous segment at about 94.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 27 and US 19. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 110.2 miles in near US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 228.4 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 110.2 miles (US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 165.4 miles (FL 44 / Northeast 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 171.4 miles (FL 589 Toll / Suncoast Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
110.2 mi into trip
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~2h 22m in
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US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
Keep slight right at fork onto US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
165.4 mi into trip
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~3h 32m in
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FL 44 / Northeast 5th Street
Turn left onto FL 44 / Northeast 5th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
171.4 mi into trip
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~3h 42m in
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FL 589 Toll / Suncoast Parkway
Merge onto FL 589 Toll / Suncoast Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
220 mi into trip
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~4h 34m in
Take the exit toward FL 54: New Port Richey, Zephyrhills
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 19
Toward FL 54: New Port Richey, Zephyrhills
6
225.8 mi into trip
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~4h 43m in
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US 41 / Land O' Lakes Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork onto US 41 / Land O' Lakes Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 27 | 94.1 mi | 1h 58m |
| US 19 | 55.2 mi | 1h 10m |
| Suncoast Parkway | 48.5 mi | 52m |
| Apalachee Parkway | 16.1 mi | 23m |
| State Road 54 | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Gulf to Lake Highway | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| Land O' Lakes Boulevard | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Northeast 5th Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 27
— 94.1 mi, about 1h 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tallahassee, FL and Lutz, FL.
1
Start on US 27; FL 61
31 ft
·
3 sec
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South Monroe Street
2
Turn left onto US 27
16 mi
·
23 min
·
Apalachee Parkway
Use the left / none lanes.
3
Continue on US 27
94 mi
·
1 hr 58 min
·
US 27
Use the none lane.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
55 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left onto FL 44
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 5th Street
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on FL 44
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Gulf to Lake Highway
Use the none lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward FL 589 Toll: Suncoast Parkway
8
Merge onto FL 589 Toll
49 mi
·
52 min
·
Suncoast Parkway
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19
Toward FL 54: New Port Richey, Zephyrhills
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto FL 54
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
State Road 54
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto US 41
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Land O' Lakes Boulevard
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 41
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Land O' Lakes Boulevard
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on US 41
129 ft
·
9 sec
·
US 41
14
Arrive at destination
US 41
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 114.2 miles from Tallahassee, FL, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.1 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 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.2 miles or 2h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lutz, 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 228.4 miles and 4h 47m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 27 for about 94.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 114.2 mi from Tallahassee, FL · 2h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
114 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 114.2 miles from Tallahassee, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 27 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94.1 miles.
Arriving in Lutz, FL
The final approach into Lutz, 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 Lutz, 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
$38.15 one way
$76.31 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $41.33 | $82.66 |
| premium | $4.90 | $44.03 | $88.05 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $50.74 | $101.49 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.91
Suncoast Parkway
(48.5 mi)
$2.91
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
$38
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.5 | 0 | $23.98 | $10.96 |
| Efficient EV | 57.1 | 0 | $19.99 | $9.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.4 | 1 | $31.98 | $14.62 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Lutz, FL
Afternoon in Lutz on Sunday
Local time
4:43 PM
EDT
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
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
4h 47m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Lutz, FL covers 228.4 miles and takes about 4h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 27, US 19, Suncoast Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 114.2 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 $38.15 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 228.4 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 110.2 miles (US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 165.4 miles (FL 44 / Northeast 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 171.4 miles (FL 589 Toll / Suncoast Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Tallahassee, FL to Lutz, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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