Origin
Tallahassee, FL
Night in Tallahassee on Thursday
Local time
10:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tallahassee, FL to White City, FL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
6h 47m
Distance
366.5 mi
590 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$58
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 36m
★
6 AM
6h 47m
8 AM
7h 11m
10 AM
6h 56m
12 PM
6h 53m
3 PM
6h 57m
5 PM
7h 10m
8 PM
6h 40m
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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White City, FL
Larry Milligan
Trip Overview
This 366.5-mile drive from Tallahassee to White City, Florida, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 6 hours and 47 minutes. Predominantly a highway-focused journey, 95% of the route utilizes major interstates like I-75 and I-10, culminating on Florida's Turnpike. With a projected fuel cost of around $58, this trip is efficient for travelers seeking a direct path across the state. While it's a manageable day trip, the longest stretch without a major road change is 155.6 miles, so planning at least one stop is advisable. This highway-centric route offers a straightforward way to get from North Florida to the southern part of the state.
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
183.3 miles from Tallahassee, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 23m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 47m. Total distance: 366.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 47m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this journey, with 95% of the route on major interstates. You'll spend considerable time on I-10 and I-75 before transitioning to Florida's Turnpike. The drive includes a significant uninterrupted segment of 155.6 miles on Florida's Turnpike, meaning you'll have long stretches where the road ahead is primarily fast-paced highway. This profile suggests a route optimized for steady progress rather than varied scenery, making it a drive where maintaining highway speeds is key.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Florida's Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 155.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 75. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Pensacola Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 366.5 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (East Pensacola Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 95.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Pensacola Street
Turn right onto East Pensacola Street
Navigation decision point
5
7.9 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the ramp toward I 10 East: Lake City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 10 East: Lake City
5
95.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward I-75 South: Tampa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 296A
Toward I-75 South: Tampa
8
203 mi into trip
|
~3h 45m in
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Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 328
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
6
358.6 mi into trip
|
~6h 31m in
Take the exit toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Okeechobee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 152
Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Okeechobee
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 White City, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
Florida's Turnpike South
203 mi in
|
~3h 45m
|
via Florida's Turnpike
Orlando
203 mi in
|
~3h 45m
|
via Florida's Turnpike
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 155.6 mi | 2h 46m |
| I 75 | 107.2 mi | 1h 54m |
| I 10 | 86.9 mi | 1h 33m |
| Mahan Drive | 6.5 mi | 11m |
| Selvitz Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| West Midway Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Edwards Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Okeechobee Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 155.6 mi, about 2h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tallahassee, FL and White City, 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 City
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 10
87 mi
·
1 hr 33 min
·
I 10
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 296A
Toward I-75 South: Tampa
9
Merge onto I 75
107 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
I 75
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike
156 mi
·
2 hr 46 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 152
Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Okeechobee
12
Keep slight right at fork
214 ft
·
5 sec
Toward FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
13
Merge onto FL 70
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Okeechobee Road
14
Turn slight right
501 ft
·
18 sec
15
Turn straight onto CR 611
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Jenkins Road
16
Turn left onto CR 611
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Edwards Road
17
Turn right onto CR 611B
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Selvitz Road
18
Turn left onto CR 712
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West Midway Road
19
Turn right
68 ft
·
7 sec
20
Turn right
253 ft
·
18 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour, 47-minute duration, this route is best tackled as a single-day trip, and starting early will give you ample daylight. The longest stretch is over 155 miles on Florida's Turnpike, so be sure to refuel before entering that segment to avoid any inconvenience. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in timing, but consider breaking up the drive around the halfway point to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during that extended period on the Turnpike, as services can be spaced out.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 183.3 miles from Tallahassee, FL, or about 3h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 155.6 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 81 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 183.3 miles or 3h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near White City, 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 366.5 miles and 6h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 81 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 Florida's Turnpike for about 155.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 183.3 mi from Tallahassee, FL · 3h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
183 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 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 183.3 miles from Tallahassee, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 155.6 miles.
Arriving in White City, FL
The final approach into White City, 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 White City, 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
$58.34 one way
$116.67 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
128 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $63.46 | $126.92 |
| premium | $4.72 | $68.15 | $136.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $80.92 | $161.84 |
Estimated Tolls: $10.89
Florida's Turnpike
(155.6 mi)
$10.89
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
$58
Tolls
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$94–$119
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 128.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 110 | 1 | $38.48 | $17.59 |
| Efficient EV | 91.6 | 1 | $32.07 | $14.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 146.6 | 1 | $51.31 | $23.46 |
Gas CO2
128 kg
EV CO2
43 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
White City, FL
Night in White City on Thursday
Local time
10:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Lake Butler, FL
183 mi in
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
18 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
6h 47m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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 White City, FL covers 366.5 miles and takes about 6h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, I 75, I 10. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 183.3 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 $58.34 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 366.5 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (East Pensacola Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 95.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Between Tallahassee, FL and White City, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
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