Origin
Baldwin, FL
Late night in Baldwin on Sunday
Local time
3:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Baldwin, FL to Tallahassee, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 44m
Distance
144.8 mi
233 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 33m
★
6 AM
2h 44m
8 AM
3h 6m
10 AM
2h 52m
12 PM
2h 50m
3 PM
2h 53m
5 PM
3h 5m
8 PM
2h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Baldwin, FL
Malcolm Garret
Tallahassee, FL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 144.8-mile drive from Baldwin, Florida, to Tallahassee, Florida, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 44 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I 10, with brief sections on Mahan Drive and US 301, making it a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $23, it's an economical journey. This straightforward drive through Florida is a practical option for getting between these two points without extensive planning, allowing for flexibility in your timing.
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
72.4 miles from Baldwin, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 134.9 mi | 2h 24m |
| Mahan Drive | 6.7 mi | 11m |
| US 301 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Tennessee Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Franklin Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| US 90 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Pensacola Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Apalachee Parkway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 134.9 mi, about 2h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baldwin, FL and Tallahassee, FL.
1
Start on US 90; US 301
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 90; US 301
Use the left / straight lanes.
2
Turn left onto US 301
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 301
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto US 301
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
US 301
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 10 West: Lake City
5
Merge onto I 10
135 mi
·
2 hr 24 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn left onto US 90
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Mahan Drive
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 90
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tennessee Street
8
Turn left onto CR 1555
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Franklin Boulevard
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto East Pensacola Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Pensacola Street
10
Turn left onto CR 1559
210 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Calhoun Street
11
Turn right onto US 27
339 ft
·
12 sec
·
Apalachee Parkway
12
Turn right onto US 27; FL 61
31 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Monroe Street
13
Arrive at destination
US 27; FL 61
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under three hours, this trip is best enjoyed with a single, well-timed departure. Aim to leave in the morning to take advantage of lighter traffic. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 134.9 miles, you can easily power through without needing to break up the drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $23 estimated cost covers the entire 144.8 miles, and plan your refueling accordingly before departing Baldwin or upon arrival in Tallahassee.
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 72.4 miles from Baldwin, FL, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 134.9 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 32 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.4 miles or 1h 19m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tallahassee, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Baldwin, 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 Baldwin, FL
This is one driving day of about 144.8 miles and 2h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Baldwin, 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 134.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.4 miles from Baldwin, 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 134.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 144 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 301
Turn left onto US 301
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I 10 West: Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 10 West: Lake City
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
136.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m in
|
US 90 / Mahan Drive
Turn left onto US 90 / Mahan Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
144 mi into trip
|
~2h 41m in
|
CR 1555 / North Franklin Boulevard
Turn left onto CR 1555 / North Franklin Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.05 one way
$46.10 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $25.07 | $50.14 |
| premium | $4.72 | $26.92 | $53.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.97 | $63.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.4 | 0 | $15.20 | $6.95 |
| Efficient EV | 36.2 | 0 | $12.67 | $5.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.9 | 0 | $20.27 | $9.27 |
Gas CO2
51 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
Tallahassee, FL
Late night in Tallahassee on Sunday
Local time
3:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
82°F
Madison, FL
72 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
26 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
2h 44m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for 94% of this journey, largely on I 10. You'll encounter one significant uninterrupted stretch of 134.9 miles on I 10, indicating long periods of consistent speed. While the profile is predominantly highway, there are brief transitions onto Mahan Drive and US 301, which might offer slight variations in scenery or traffic patterns. This route is designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 134.9 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Mahan Drive. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 301.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 44m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 301): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 1.7 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving 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 2h 44m. Total distance: 144.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 134.9 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 301): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 1.7 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Tallahassee, FL before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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