Trip from Tallahassee, FL to Fort Myers Beach, FL

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

Drive Time

7h 41m

Distance

412.1 mi

663 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$66

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

47 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min

4 AM

7h 32m ★

6 AM

7h 41m

8 AM

8h 0m

10 AM

7h 48m

12 PM

7h 46m

3 PM

7h 49m

5 PM

7h 59m

8 PM

7h 35m

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

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Tallahassee, FL

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town located on Estero Island in Lee County, Florida, United States

Fort Myers Beach, FL

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Trip Overview

The drive from Tallahassee, FL to Fort Myers Beach, FL covers 412.1 miles and takes about 7h 41m 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, Ben C Pratt Six Mile Cypress Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 298.7 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $65.60 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

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

206.1 miles from Tallahassee, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 48m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 75	298.7 mi	5h 20m
I 10	86.9 mi	1h 33m
Ben C Pratt Six Mile Cypress Parkway	7.8 mi	12m
Mahan Drive	6.5 mi	11m
Summerlin Road	3.6 mi	5m
San Carlos Boulevard	3.1 mi	6m
Gladiolus Drive	1.5 mi	2m
East Tennessee Street	0.6 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 75 — 298.7 mi, about 5h 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Tallahassee, FL and Fort Myers 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

161 mi · 2 hr 52 min · I 75

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

74 mi · 1 hr 19 min · I 75

Toward South I 75: Naples Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

64 mi · 1 hr 8 min · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Exit 136 Toward FL 884: Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

510 ft · 14 sec

Toward SR 884: Colonial Blvd Use the right lane.

Merge onto FL 884

370 ft · 7 sec · Colonial Boulevard

Use the right lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Toward Ben C Pratt Six Mile Cypress Parkway Use the left lane.

Turn left onto CR 865

7.8 mi · 12 min · Ben C Pratt Six Mile Cypress Parkway

Use the right lane.

Continue on CR 865

1.5 mi · 2 min · Gladiolus Drive

Turn slight left onto CR 869

3.6 mi · 5 min · Summerlin Road

Use the left lane.

Turn slight right

0.3 mi · 1 min

Turn left onto FL 865

3.1 mi · 6 min · San Carlos Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Continue on FL 865

0.4 mi · 1 min · Estero Boulevard

Turn left onto Carolina Avenue

0.1 mi · 26 sec · Carolina Avenue

Arrive at destination

Carolina Avenue

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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 206.1 miles from Tallahassee, FL, or about 3h 48m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 298.7 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 91 miles or 1h 44m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 206.1 miles or 3h 48m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 24m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Myers 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.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Tallahassee, FL

This is one driving day of about 412.1 miles and 7h 41m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 91 miles from Tallahassee, FL.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 298.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

census-designated place in Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mango, FL

206 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 91 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bushnell, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 206.1 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 298.7 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

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 147.2

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Hampton Inn Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 147.2

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

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

Big Cat Habitat

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 323.8

Sarasota, Florida

Hours: 12–4 pm

+19413716377

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 256.4 and 395 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

256.4 mi into trip | ~4h 42m in | I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward South I 75: Naples

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward South I 75: Naples

330.7 mi into trip | ~6h 1m in | I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

394.6 mi into trip | ~7h 10m in

Take the exit toward FL 884: Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres

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 136 Toward FL 884: Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres

394.8 mi into trip | ~7h 10m in

Keep slight right at fork toward SR 884: Colonial Blvd

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward SR 884: Colonial Blvd

395 mi into trip | ~7h 11m in

Take the exit toward Ben C Pratt Six Mile Cypress Parkway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward Ben C Pratt Six Mile Cypress Parkway

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$65.60 one way

$131.19 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 144 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$71.35	$142.71
premium	$4.72	$76.63	$153.26
diesel	$5.61	$90.99	$181.97

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$66

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$91–$116

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 144.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

47 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

EVmatch Charging Station

Gainesville, Florida

Other

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tallahassee, Florida

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint: 19 Other: 8 Blink: 7 Tesla: 7 Tesla Destination: 4 Shell Recharge: 1 Electrify America: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $43 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	123.6	1	$43.27	$19.78
Efficient EV	103	1	$36.06	$16.48
EV Truck/SUV	164.8	2	$57.69	$26.37

Gas CO2

144 kg

EV CO2

48 kg (67% 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

4:37 PM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fort Myers Beach, FL

Afternoon in Fort Myers Beach on Saturday

Local time

4:37 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

7h 41m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

De Soto National Memorial

National Memorial

In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...

12 mi from route ~31 min detour Free near mile 312.6

View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

This is a 7h 41m highway drive covering 412.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and I 10. The longest continuous stretch is about 298.7 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 23 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 298.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

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 around 256.4 miles in near I 75.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 412.1 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: at 256.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 330.7 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 394.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 7h 41m. Total distance: 412.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 41m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Tallahassee, FL to Fort Myers Beach, FL covers 412.1 miles and takes about 7h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 75, I 10, Ben C Pratt Six Mile Cypress 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 206.1 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 $65.60 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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

The route from Tallahassee, FL to Fort Myers Beach, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Yes. Nearby national parks include De Soto National Memorial.

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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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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

The Muddy Root Kava Cafe

Lucky Goat Coffee

RedEye Coffee - Midtown

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Hampton Inn Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Blink Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Destination Charger

Electrify America Charging Station

Cascades Park

Goodies Eatery

Capital Cascades Trail Park

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Tomahawks 51

Kavakaze

Mission San Luis

Big Cat Habitat

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Tallahassee, FL

Fort Myers Beach, FL

Same local time

16 degrees cooler at arrival

7h 41m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

De Soto National Memorial

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

About the Cities

Starting in Tallahassee, FL

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Where does this route get tricky?

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

Are there national parks near the route from Tallahassee, FL to Fort Myers Beach, FL?

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