Origin
Tallahassee, FL
Late night in Tallahassee on Wednesday
Local time
1:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Tallahassee, FL to Seaside, FL
Data updated 5 hours ago
Drive Time
2h 54m
Distance
147.7 mi
238 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 44m
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6 AM
2h 55m
8 AM
3h 17m
10 AM
3h 3m
12 PM
3h 0m
3 PM
3h 4m
5 PM
3h 16m
8 PM
2h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tallahassee, FL
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Seaside, FL
Brent Singleton
Trip Overview
The drive from Tallahassee, FL to Seaside, FL covers 147.7 miles and takes about 2h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, US Highway 331 South, South Monroe Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 114.1 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.51 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.9 miles from Tallahassee, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 54m highway drive covering 147.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and US Highway 331 South. The longest continuous stretch is about 114.1 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 9 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 114.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US Highway 331 South. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Tallahassee, FL to Seaside, FL is easy. At 2h 54m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 118.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.9 mi into trip
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~8m in
Take the exit toward I 10 West: Pensacola
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 10 West: Pensacola
5
4.2 mi into trip
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~9m in
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I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
118.3 mi into trip
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~2h 12m in
Take the exit toward US 331: DeFuniak Springs, Freeport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 331: DeFuniak Springs, Freeport
3
118.6 mi into trip
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~2h 12m in
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US 331 / US Highway 331 South
Turn straight onto US 331 / US Highway 331 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
145.8 mi into trip
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~2h 50m in
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CR 30A / East County Highway 30A
Turn left onto CR 30A / East County Highway 30A
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Tallahassee, FL to Seaside, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Freeport along the way.
Freeport
118.3 mi in
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~2h 12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 114.1 mi | 2h 2m |
| US Highway 331 South | 23.9 mi | 30m |
| South Monroe Street | 3.9 mi | 8m |
| East County Highway 30A | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| County Highway 283 | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| US Highway 98 West | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 114.1 mi, about 2h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tallahassee, FL and Seaside, FL.
1
Start on US 27; FL 61
3.9 mi
·
8 min
·
South Monroe Street
Use the left lane.
2
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 West: Pensacola
Use the slight right lane.
3
Merge onto I 10
114 mi
·
2 hr 2 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward US 331: DeFuniak Springs, Freeport
5
Turn straight onto US 331
24 mi
·
30 min
·
US Highway 331 South
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn left onto US 98
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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US Highway 98 West
7
Turn right onto CR 283
1.7 mi
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4 min
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County Highway 283
8
Turn left onto CR 30A
1.9 mi
·
4 min
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East County Highway 30A
9
Arrive at destination
CR 30A
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.9 miles from Tallahassee, FL, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 114.1 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.9 miles or 1h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Seaside, 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 147.7 miles and 2h 54m.
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 I 10 for about 114.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.9 mi from Tallahassee, FL · 1h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 73.9 miles from Tallahassee, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 114.1 miles.
Arriving in Seaside, FL
The final approach into Seaside, 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 Seaside, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.51 one way
$47.02 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $25.57 | $51.15 |
| premium | $4.72 | $27.46 | $54.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.61 | $65.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.3 | 0 | $15.51 | $7.09 |
| Efficient EV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.92 | $5.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.1 | 0 | $20.68 | $9.45 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Seaside, FL
Late night in Seaside on Wednesday
Local time
12:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
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.
Road read
2h 54m 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 Seaside, FL covers 147.7 miles and takes about 2h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, US Highway 331 South, South Monroe Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.9 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 $23.51 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Tallahassee, FL to Seaside, FL is easy. At 2h 54m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 118.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Tallahassee, FL to Seaside, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Freeport along the way.
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