Trip from Tallahassee, FL to Saint Augustine Shores, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 3m

Distance

208.5 mi

336 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$33

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 50m ★

6 AM

4h 3m

8 AM

4h 29m

10 AM

4h 13m

12 PM

4h 10m

3 PM

4h 14m

5 PM

4h 28m

8 PM

3h 56m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Tallahassee, FL to Saint Augustine Shores, FL covers 208.5 miles and takes about 4h 3m 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 mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 147.1 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.19 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

104.2 miles from Tallahassee, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .

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
Dixie Highway	3.7 mi	6m
Charles Usinas Memorial Highway	2.4 mi	3m
North Holmes Boulevard	1.7 mi	2m
SR 312E	1.1 mi	1m

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 Shores, FL.

Start on US 27; FL 61

181 ft · 8 sec · South Monroe Street

Turn right onto East Pensacola Street

0.3 mi · 46 sec · East Pensacola Street

Turn left onto CR 1555

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Franklin Boulevard

Turn right onto US 90

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Tennessee Street

Continue on US 90

6.5 mi · 11 min · Mahan Drive

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward I 10 East: Lake City Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 10

147 mi · 2 hr 37 min · I 10

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 47 sec

Exit 356 Toward I 295: Daytona Beach, Savannah Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 295

15 mi · 16 min · West Beltway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 295

4.9 mi · 5 min · West Beltway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 1 min

Exit 61A Toward I 95 South: Daytona Beach Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 95

19 mi · 20 min · I 95

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Exit 318 Toward FL 16: Saint Augustine, Green Cove Springs

Continue on FL 16

2.4 mi · 3 min · Charles Usinas Memorial Highway

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto Four Mile Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Four Mile Road

Turn right onto Kenton Morrison Road

0.6 mi · 50 sec · Kenton Morrison Road

Continue on North Holmes Boulevard

1.7 mi · 2 min · North Holmes Boulevard

Turn slight left onto SR 312E

1.1 mi · 1 min · SR 312E

Use the left lane.

Continue on FL 312

1.0 mi · 1 min · FL 312

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto US 1

3.7 mi · 6 min · Dixie Highway

Turn slight left

362 ft · 14 sec

Turn left onto Shores Boulevard

0.4 mi · 1 min · Shores Boulevard

Turn right onto Deltona Boulevard

0.7 mi · 2 min · Deltona Boulevard

Turn right onto Entero Lane

140 ft · 6 sec · Entero Lane

Arrive at destination

Entero Lane

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 104.2 miles from Tallahassee, FL, or about 1h 59m 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 104.2 miles or 1h 59m 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 Shores, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Tallahassee, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Tallahassee, FL

This is one driving day of about 208.5 miles and 4h 3m.

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.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Macclenny, FL

104 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

Madison, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lake City, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 104.2 miles from Tallahassee, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 147.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Catalina Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18509991559

The Power Plant Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Tallahassee, Florida

0.4 mi

The Sweet Shop Cafe & Lounge

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Tallahassee, Florida

0.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Lucky Goat Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+18505979737

Visit website

La Florida Coffee & Wine

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

0.2 mi

Argonaut Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

0.3 mi

Catalina Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18509991559

The Power Plant Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+18505366821

Visit website

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–7 pm

Visit website

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 104.2

Lake City, Florida

+18336322778

Visit website

FPL EVolution Charging Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 134

Macclenny, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 148.9

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+18505659955

Mission San Luis

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18502456406

Visit website

Secrets Escape Rooms - Tallahassee

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 12–9 pm

+18505366529

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 155.7 and 195.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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

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.

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.

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

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...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$33.19 one way

$66.38 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 73 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$36.10	$72.20
premium	$4.72	$38.77	$77.54
diesel	$5.61	$46.03	$92.07

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: 73 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	62.6	0	$21.89	$10.01
Efficient EV	52.1	0	$18.24	$8.34
EV Truck/SUV	83.4	1	$29.19	$13.34

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 16, 2026

Origin

Tallahassee, FL

Afternoon in Tallahassee on Saturday

Local time

4:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

88°F

Sunny

SSW 5 to 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:40AM EDT until April 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:00AM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Destination

Saint Augustine Shores, FL

Afternoon in Saint Augustine Shores on Saturday

Local time

4:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Sunny

SE 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:40AM EDT until April 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:00AM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

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

7 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 3m 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.

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...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $15 near mile 201.3

View on nps.gov

Fort Matanzas National Monument

National Monument

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...

8 mi from route ~20 min detour Free near mile 208.5

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

208.5 mi in 4h 3m, mostly highway — 147.1 mi of that is on I 10.

80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 147.1 mi on I 10.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

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 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 17 significant decision points across 208.5 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.

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 Shores, 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

About the Cities

Starting 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).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 3m. Total distance: 208.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 147.1 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Saint Augustine Shores, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Yes — Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and Fort Matanzas National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Saint Augustine Shores, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Tallahassee, FL to Saint Augustine Shores, FL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Catalina Cafe

Lucky Goat Coffee

Catalina Cafe

The Power Plant Cafe

The Sweet Shop Cafe & Lounge

Halisi Africa

Starbucks Coffee Company

LeRoc Bistro

Honest Living Tea House

Bruegger's Bagels

Lucky Goat Coffee

La Florida Coffee & Wine

Argonaut Coffee

Foxtail Coffee Co. & Kelly's Homemade Ice Cream - SoMo Walls

Ground Ops Roastery + Bakehouse

Lucky Goat Coffee

RedEye Coffee - Midtown

Midtown Reader & the Piebrary

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Electrify America Charging Station

FPL EVolution Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Cascades Park

Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine

Goodies Eatery

Capital Cascades Trail Park

Tomahawks 51

Kavakaze

Mission San Luis

Secrets Escape Rooms - Tallahassee

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Tallahassee, FL

Saint Augustine Shores, FL

Same local time

7 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 3m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

Fort Matanzas National Monument

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Tallahassee, FL

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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