Trip from Tallahassee, FL to Winter Beach, FL

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

Drive Time

6h 37m

Distance

347.1 mi

559 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$55

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

45 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

6h 25m ★

6 AM

6h 38m

8 AM

7h 2m

10 AM

6h 46m

12 PM

6h 44m

3 PM

6h 47m

5 PM

7h 1m

8 PM

6h 30m

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

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Winter Beach, FL

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Trip Overview

The drive from Tallahassee, FL to Winter Beach, FL covers 347.1 miles and takes about 6h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 75, I 10, Florida's Turnpike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 107.2 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $55.25 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

173.5 miles from Tallahassee, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 13m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 75	107.2 mi	1h 54m
I 10	86.9 mi	1h 33m
Florida's Turnpike	63.9 mi	1h 8m
Bronson Highway	37.2 mi	46m
I 95	23.7 mi	25m
Mahan Drive	6.5 mi	11m
85th Street	4.7 mi	8m
US 192	2.9 mi	3m

Longest stretch: I 75 — 107.2 mi, about 1h 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Tallahassee, FL and Winter Beach, 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

87 mi · 1 hr 33 min · I 10

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 37 sec

Exit 296A Toward I-75 South: Tampa

Merge onto I 75

107 mi · 1 hr 54 min · I 75

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike

64 mi · 1 hr 8 min · Florida's Turnpike

Exit 328 Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando Use the slight left / straight lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 244 Toward US 192, US 441: Kissimmee, Saint Cloud Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

177 ft · 6 sec

Toward US 192 East, US 441 South: Saint. Cloud, Orlando Health Saint Cloud Hospital

Turn left onto US 192; US 441

3.4 mi · 5 min · Bronson Highway

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 192; US 441

0.1 mi · 14 sec · East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway

Continue on US 192; US 441

2.6 mi · 5 min · 13th Street

Continue on US 192; US 441

1.4 mi · 2 min · East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway

Continue on US 192; US 441

34 mi · 40 min · Bronson Highway

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 192

2.9 mi · 3 min · US 192

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 95 South: Miami

Merge onto I 95

24 mi · 25 min · I 95

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec

Exit 156 Toward CR 512: Fellsmere, Sebastian

Turn left onto CR 512

2.1 mi · 3 min · Fellsmere Road

Continue on CR 512

0.4 mi · 40 sec · Sebastian Boulevard

Turn right onto CR 510

1.2 mi · 2 min · 90th Avenue

Continue on CR 510

4.7 mi · 8 min · 85th Street

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto US 1

2.2 mi · 3 min · US 1

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto 69th Street

150 ft · 7 sec · 69th Street

Arrive at destination

69th Street

Trip Plan

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 173.5 miles from Tallahassee, FL, or about 3h 13m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 107.2 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 76 miles or 1h 28m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 173.5 miles or 3h 13m 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 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Winter Beach, 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 347.1 miles and 6h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 76 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 75 for about 107.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Lake County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Clermont, FL

174 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

Live Oak, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 76 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Citra, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 173.5 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 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 107.2 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

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 148.8

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Hampton Inn Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 148.8

Gainesville, 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

Nehrling Gardens

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 247.9

Gotha, Florida

Hours: 10 am–2 pm

+14074459977

Visit website

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 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 336.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Pensacola Street

Turn right onto East Pensacola Street

Navigation decision point

203 mi into trip | ~3h 45m in | 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

267 mi into trip | ~4h 53m in

Take the exit toward US 192, US 441: Kissimmee, Saint Cloud

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 244 Toward US 192, US 441: Kissimmee, Saint Cloud

267.5 mi into trip | ~4h 54m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 192 East, US 441 South: Saint. Cloud, Orlando Health Saint Cloud Hospital

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 192 East, US 441 South: Saint. Cloud,...

336.1 mi into trip | ~6h 18m in

Take the exit toward CR 512: Fellsmere, Sebastian

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 156 Toward CR 512: Fellsmere, Sebastian

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$55.25 one way

$110.50 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 121 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$60.10	$120.20
premium	$4.72	$64.54	$129.08
diesel	$5.61	$76.64	$153.27

Estimated Tolls: $4.47

Florida's Turnpike (63.9 mi) $4.47

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

$55

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$85–$110

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 121.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

45 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Blink Charging Station

Gainesville, Florida

Blink

1 DCFC

Hampton Inn Charging Station

Gainesville, Florida

Other

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Gainesville, Florida

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Blink Charging Station

Gainesville, Florida

Blink

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Gainesville, Florida

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Gainesville, Florida

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tallahassee, Florida

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

EVPassport Charging Station

Tallahassee, Florida

Other

1 DCFC

ChargePoint: 19 Other: 9 Blink: 6 Tesla: 5 Tesla Destination: 4 Electrify America: 2

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	104.1	1	$36.45	$16.66
Efficient EV	86.8	0	$30.37	$13.88
EV Truck/SUV	138.8	1	$48.59	$22.21

Gas CO2

121 kg

EV CO2

41 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Tallahassee, FL

Afternoon in Tallahassee on Saturday

Local time

3:36 PM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Winter Beach, FL

Afternoon in Winter Beach on Saturday

Local time

3:36 PM

EDT

Current temp

65°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

16 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 37m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a 6h 37m highway drive covering 347.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and I 10. The longest continuous stretch is about 107.2 miles on I 75.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 107.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Pensacola Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 347.1 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: near the start (East Pensacola Street): Navigation decision point; at 203 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 267 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Winter Beach, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando, Us 441: Kissimmee, Saint Cloud and Orlando Health Saint Cloud Hospital.

Florida's Turnpike South

203 mi in | ~3h 45m | via Florida's Turnpike

Orlando

203 mi in | ~3h 45m | via Florida's Turnpike

Us 441: Kissimmee

267 mi in | ~4h 53m

Saint Cloud

267 mi in | ~4h 53m

Orlando Health Saint Cloud Hospital

267.5 mi in | ~4h 54m

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 6h 37m. Total distance: 347.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 37m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Tallahassee, FL to Winter Beach, FL covers 347.1 miles and takes about 6h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 75, I 10, Florida's Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 173.5 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 $55.25 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.

Between Tallahassee, FL and Winter Beach, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando, Us 441: Kissimmee, Saint Cloud and Orlando Health Saint Cloud Hospital.

How this page is built

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

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Trip from Tallahassee, FL to Winter Beach, 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

Pilot EV Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

Tesla Supercharger

Hampton Inn Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Destination Charger

Cascades Park

Goodies Eatery

Capital Cascades Trail Park

Tomahawks 51

Kavakaze

Nehrling Gardens

Mission San Luis

Secrets Escape Rooms - Tallahassee

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Tallahassee, FL

Winter Beach, FL

Same local time

16 degrees cooler at arrival

6h 37m on the road

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

How long is the trip from Tallahassee, FL to Winter Beach, FL?

What are the main roads on this route?

Is this a good same-day trip?

Where should I stop halfway?

How much does gas cost for this trip?

What is the best time to leave?

How many breaks should I plan?

How hard is the drive from Tallahassee, FL to Winter Beach, FL?

Where does this route get tricky?

What towns show up on signs driving from Tallahassee, FL to Winter Beach, FL?

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