Origin
Tallahassee, FL
Morning in Tallahassee on Monday
Local time
9:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tallahassee, FL to Weeki Wachee Gardens, FL
Drive Time
4h 24m
Distance
198.1 mi
319 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
14 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 12m
★
6 AM
4h 25m
8 AM
4h 51m
10 AM
4h 34m
12 PM
4h 31m
3 PM
4h 35m
5 PM
4h 50m
8 PM
4h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Weeki Wachee Gardens, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Trip Overview
The drive from Tallahassee, FL to Weeki Wachee Gardens, FL covers 198.1 miles and takes about 4h 24m 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, Apalachee 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 $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
99 miles from Tallahassee, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 4h 24m highway drive covering 198.1 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 10 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 27 / Apalachee Parkway.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 24m 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: near the start (US 27 / Apalachee Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 110.2 miles (US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 192.3 miles (CR 550 / Cortez Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 27 / Apalachee Parkway
Turn left onto US 27 / Apalachee Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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 straight / right lanes.
3
192.3 mi into trip
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~4h 9m in
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CR 550 / Cortez Boulevard
Turn right onto CR 550 / Cortez Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
195.7 mi into trip
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~4h 18m in
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CR 597 / Shoal Line Boulevard
Turn sharp left onto CR 597 / Shoal Line Boulevard
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
3
197.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 22m in
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Alpaca Drive
Turn right onto Alpaca Drive
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 27 | 94.1 mi | 1h 58m |
| US 19 | 82.1 mi | 1h 47m |
| Apalachee Parkway | 16.1 mi | 23m |
| Cortez Boulevard | 3.4 mi | 8m |
| Shoal Line Boulevard | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Westwind Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Tuscawilla Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Alpaca Drive | <0.1 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 Weeki Wachee Gardens, FL.
1
Start on US 27; FL 61
31 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Monroe Street
2
Turn left onto US 27
16 mi
·
23 min
·
Apalachee Parkway
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 27
94 mi
·
1 hr 58 min
·
US 27
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
82 mi
·
1 hr 47 min
·
US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto CR 550
3.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Cortez Boulevard
6
Turn sharp left onto CR 597
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Shoal Line Boulevard
7
Turn right onto Alpaca Drive
372 ft
·
18 sec
·
Alpaca Drive
8
Turn right onto Westwind Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Westwind Street
9
Continue on Tuscawilla Drive
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
Tuscawilla Drive
10
Arrive at destination
Tuscawilla Drive
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 99 miles from Tallahassee, FL, or about 2h 8m 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 99 miles or 2h 8m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Weeki Wachee Gardens, 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 198.1 miles and 4h 24m.
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 99 mi from Tallahassee, FL · 2h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
99 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 99 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 Weeki Wachee Gardens, FL
The final approach into Weeki Wachee Gardens, 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 Weeki Wachee Gardens, 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
$33.09 one way
$66.18 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
69 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $35.85 | $71.69 |
| premium | $4.90 | $38.18 | $76.37 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $44.01 | $88.02 |
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: 69.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
14 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Tallahassee, FL
Tallahassee, FL
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE
14 DCFC
Westend Square - Tesla Supercharger
Tallahassee, FL
Tesla
12 DCFC
Circle K - Tesla Supercharger
Tallahassee, FL
Tesla
12 DCFC
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Tallahassee, FL
Tesla
12 DCFC
Coastal Way - Coastal Landing - Tesla Supercharger
Brooksville, FL
Tesla
12 DCFC
Mobil - Tesla Supercharger
Lamont, FL
Tesla
8 DCFC
Waco Travel Center - Tesla Supercharger
Perry, FL
Tesla
8 DCFC
Wawa - Tesla Supercharger
Crystal River, FL
Tesla
8 DCFC
Tesla: 7
EV Connect: 3
ChargePoint Network: 1
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 1
Non-Networked: 1
FORD_CHARGE: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.4 | 0 | $20.80 | $9.51 |
| Efficient EV | 49.5 | 0 | $17.33 | $7.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.2 | 0 | $27.73 | $12.68 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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
Weeki Wachee Gardens, FL
Morning in Weeki Wachee Gardens on Monday
Local time
9:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°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
20 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 24m 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 Weeki Wachee Gardens, FL covers 198.1 miles and takes about 4h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 27, US 19, Apalachee 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 99 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 straightforward 4h 24m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 27 / Apalachee Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 110.2 miles (US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 192.3 miles (CR 550 / Cortez Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
The route from Tallahassee, FL to Weeki Wachee Gardens, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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