Bonifay, FL to Tampa, FL is 364.7 miles and takes about 6h 37m via I 10 and I 75, with a fuel budget near $57 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, taking you from the Florida Panhandle down to the Tampa Bay area. The majority of this drive is on the interstate, making it a straightforward, though lengthy, one-day excursion. Given its efficiency, this route is a good option for getting to Tampa from Bonifay without needing an overnight stop.
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
182.4 miles from Bonifay, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 17m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
183.9 mi
3h 17m
I 75
160.5 mi
2h 52m
I 275
15.9 mi
19m
North Waukesha Street
2.1 mi
3m
North Orange Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Pierce Street
0.3 mi
<1m
East Kennedy Boulevard
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 183.9 mi, about 3h 17m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 38 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~2,591 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,483
Quietest
2 AM
~336 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bonifay, FL and Tampa, FL.
1
Start on FL 79
2.1 mi·3 min·North Waukesha Street
2
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
3
Merge onto I 10
184 mi·3 hr 17 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi·37 sec
Exit 296AToward I-75 South: Tampa
5
Merge onto I 75
161 mi·2 hr 52 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 275
16 mi·19 min·I 275
Exit 274Toward I 275 South: Tampa, Saint PetersburgUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi·49 sec
Exit 45AToward Downtown East-WestUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
251 ft·6 sec
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward Downtown East, Jefferson StreetUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on North Orange Avenue
0.3 mi·46 sec·North Orange Avenue
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn straight onto Pierce Street
0.3 mi·41 sec·Pierce Street
12
Turn right onto US 41 Business; FL 60
0.3 mi·45 sec·East Kennedy Boulevard
13
Arrive at destination
FL 60
Trip Plan
For this 6h 37m drive, consider leaving Bonifay in the morning to give yourself plenty of daylight for the 364.7-mile trip. The $57 fuel estimate suggests you'll want to fill up before hitting the road. While the drive is manageable in one day, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs, perhaps midway through the longest 183.9-mile stretch on I 10. Pay close attention to signage for I 75 South and then I 275 South as you approach Tampa, as these transitions can be busy.
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 182.4 miles from Bonifay, FL, or about 3h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 183.9 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 80 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 182.4 miles or 3h 17m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tampa, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bonifay, 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 Bonifay, FL
This is one driving day of about 364.7 miles and 6h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bonifay, 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 183.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 363.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.6 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
186.4 mi into trip|~3h 21m in
Take the exit toward I-75 South: Tampa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 296A
Toward I-75 South: Tampa
9
347.3 mi into trip|~6h 14m in|I 275
Keep slight right at fork onto I 275 toward I 275 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 274
Toward I 275 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg
7
363.2 mi into trip|~6h 33m in
Take the exit toward Downtown East-West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 45A
Toward Downtown East-West
9
363.8 mi into trip|~6h 34m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Downtown East, Jefferson Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Downtown East, Jefferson Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$55.21 one way
$110.42 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg128 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$60.58
$121.16
premium
$4.55
$65.33
$130.66
diesel
$4.80
$68.86
$137.72
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 127.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
109.4
1
$38.29
$17.51
Efficient EV
91.2
1
$31.91
$14.59
EV Truck/SUV
145.9
1
$51.06
$23.34
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.
Forecast as of Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Bonifay, FL
Afternoon
in Bonifay on Sunday
Local time
2:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Clear
WNW 5 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 17 at 3:45AM EDT until July 18 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 2:50AM EDT until July 17 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Destination
Tampa, FL
Afternoon
in Tampa on Sunday
Local time
3:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
WNW 5 mph41% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 17 at 3:45AM EDT until July 18 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 2:50AM EDT until July 17 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
5 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
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is almost entirely highway driving, with 99% of the 364.7 miles on interstates. You'll spend the longest continuous stretch, 183.9 miles, on I 10 before transitioning to I 75 and I 275. Expect frequent exits and changes in traffic density as you approach and enter the Tampa metropolitan area. The sheer volume of exits on the interstates will require your attention, especially as you get closer to your destination.
99% 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: 183.9 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near I 10.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 364.7 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 2.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 186.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 347.3 miles (I 275): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 37m. Total distance: 364.7 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 longest stretch is about 183.9 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Tampa, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 186.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 347.3 miles (I 275): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.6 hours each way, a round trip means 13.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Tampa, FL before the return drive.
