The drive from Tallahassee, FL to Saint Augustine Beach, FL covers 207.9 miles and takes about 4h behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, West Beltway, I 95 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 147.1 miles on I 10.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.09 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
104 miles from Tallahassee, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 58m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h. Total distance: 207.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h highway drive covering 207.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and West Beltway. The longest continuous stretch is about 147.1 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 23 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 147.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and West Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 155.7 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 207.9 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 155.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 156.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 171.2 miles (I 295 / West Beltway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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155.7 mi into trip|~2h 54m in
Take the exit toward I 295: Daytona Beach, Savannah
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 356
Toward I 295: Daytona Beach, Savannah
6
156.1 mi into trip|~2h 55m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
171.2 mi into trip|~3h 12m in|I 295 / West Beltway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / West Beltway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
176.1 mi into trip|~3h 18m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South: Daytona Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 61A
Toward I 95 South: Daytona Beach
6
195.7 mi into trip|~3h 40m in
Take the exit toward FL 16: Saint Augustine, Green Cove Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 318
Toward FL 16: Saint Augustine, Green Cove Sprin...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Tallahassee, FL and Saint Augustine Beach, FL, road signs point toward Savannah and Green Cove Springs.
Savannah
155.7 mi in|~2h 54m
Green Cove Springs
195.7 mi in|~3h 40m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
147.1 mi
2h 37m
West Beltway
19.6 mi
22m
I 95
18.6 mi
20m
Mahan Drive
6.5 mi
11m
FL 312
3.6 mi
6m
Charles Usinas Memorial Highway
2.4 mi
3m
North Holmes Boulevard
1.7 mi
2m
A1A Beach Boulevard
1.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 147.1 mi, about 2h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tallahassee, FL and Saint Augustine Beach, FL.
1
Start on US 27; FL 61
181 ft·8 sec·South Monroe Street
2
Turn right onto East Pensacola Street
0.3 mi·46 sec·East Pensacola Street
3
Turn left onto CR 1555
0.5 mi·1 min·South Franklin Boulevard
4
Turn right onto US 90
0.6 mi·1 min·East Tennessee Street
5
Continue on US 90
6.5 mi·11 min·Mahan Drive
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 10 East: Lake CityUse the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 10
147 mi·2 hr 37 min·I 10
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Exit 356Toward I 295: Daytona Beach, SavannahUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 295
15 mi·16 min·West Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
4.9 mi·5 min·West Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
1.0 mi·1 min
Exit 61AToward I 95 South: Daytona BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 95
19 mi·20 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Exit 318Toward FL 16: Saint Augustine, Green Cove Springs
15
Continue on FL 16
2.4 mi·3 min·Charles Usinas Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn right onto Four Mile Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Four Mile Road
17
Turn right onto Kenton Morrison Road
0.6 mi·50 sec·Kenton Morrison Road
18
Continue on North Holmes Boulevard
1.7 mi·2 min·North Holmes Boulevard
19
Turn slight left onto SR 312E
1.1 mi·1 min·SR 312E
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on FL 312
3.6 mi·6 min·FL 312
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on A1A Beach Boulevard
1.6 mi·2 min·A1A Beach Boulevard
22
Turn left onto 9th Street
482 ft·21 sec·9th Street
23
Arrive at destination
9th Street
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 104 miles from Tallahassee, FL, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 147.1 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 46 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104 miles or 1h 58m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Augustine Beach, 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 207.9 miles and 4h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 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 I 10 for about 147.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 104 mi from Tallahassee, FL
· 1h 58m into the drive
The midpoint is around 104 miles from Tallahassee, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Saint Augustine Beach, FL
The final approach into Saint Augustine Beach, 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 Saint Augustine Beach, 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
National Monument
Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United Stat...
Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. It also protect...
10 mi from route
~24 min detour
Free
near mile 207.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.09 one way
$66.18 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg73 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$36.00
$72.00
premium
$4.72
$38.66
$77.32
diesel
$5.61
$45.90
$91.80
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
62.4
0
$21.83
$9.98
Efficient EV
52
0
$18.19
$8.32
EV Truck/SUV
83.2
1
$29.11
$13.31
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Tallahassee, FL
Evening
in Tallahassee on Thursday
Local time
6:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Saint Augustine Beach, FL
Evening
in Saint Augustine Beach on Thursday
Local time
6:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
19 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
4h 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 Saint Augustine Beach, FL covers 207.9 miles and takes about 4h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, West Beltway, I 95. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 104 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 $33.09 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 is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 207.9 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 155.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 156.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 171.2 miles (I 295 / West Beltway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Tallahassee, FL and Saint Augustine Beach, FL, road signs point toward Savannah and Green Cove Springs.
