Clermont, FL to Tallahassee, FL is 236.4 miles and takes about 4h 29m via I 75 and I 10, with a fuel budget near $37 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Florida, taking you from Central Florida up towards the Panhandle. Given its mostly highway nature and manageable duration, it's a straightforward trip well-suited for a single day. Plan for a fairly direct route with minimal diversions, making it a practical choice when you need to get from point A to B efficiently.
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
118.2 miles from Clermont, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 15m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
106.9 mi
1h 54m
I 10
87.7 mi
1h 34m
Florida's Turnpike
19.1 mi
20m
US 27
10.1 mi
14m
Mahan Drive
6.7 mi
11m
FL 50
1 mi
1m
East Avenue
0.9 mi
2m
South Main Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 106.9 mi, about 1h 54m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 36 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~2,481 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,558
Quietest
2 AM
~399 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 51 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 Clermont, FL and Tallahassee, FL.
1
Start on Linden Street
235 ft·15 sec·Linden Street
2
Turn left onto 10th Street
0.2 mi·38 sec·10th Street
3
Turn right onto FL 50
0.9 mi·1 min·FL 50
4
Continue on FL 50
140 ft·8 sec·FL 50
5
Turn left onto East Avenue
0.9 mi·2 min·East Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on Lake Minneola Drive
0.6 mi·1 min·Lake Minneola Drive
7
Continue on South Main Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·South Main Avenue
8
Turn left onto US 27
6.8 mi·9 min·US 27
9
Continue on US 27
0.3 mi·23 sec·US 27
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 27
3.0 mi·4 min·US 27
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala
12
Continue on this road
0.4 mi·48 sec·this road
Toward Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala
13
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
19 mi·20 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike
0.2 mi·15 sec·Florida's Turnpike
Toward I 75 North: OcalaUse the straight lane.
15
Merge onto I 75
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Exit 435Toward I 10: Jacksonville, TallahasseeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·30 sec
Toward I 10 West: TallahasseeUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 10
88 mi·1 hr 34 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn left onto US 90
6.7 mi·11 min·Mahan Drive
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on US 90
0.6 mi·1 min·East Tennessee Street
21
Turn left onto CR 1555
0.5 mi·1 min·North Franklin Boulevard
Use the left lane.
22
Turn right onto East Pensacola Street
0.2 mi·40 sec·East Pensacola Street
23
Turn left onto CR 1559
210 ft·9 sec·South Calhoun Street
24
Turn right onto US 27
339 ft·12 sec·Apalachee Parkway
25
Turn right onto US 27; FL 61
31 ft·1 sec·South Monroe Street
26
Arrive at destination
US 27; FL 61
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4-hour, 29-minute drive, consider leaving Clermont, FL in the morning to give yourself ample daylight. With only one recommended stop and 95% highway driving, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. The fuel cost is estimated at $37, so ensure your tank is full before departing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 106.9-mile stretch on I 75, as services can sometimes be spaced out on long highway segments.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 118.2 miles from Clermont, FL, or about 2h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.9 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 52 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 118.2 miles or 2h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tallahassee, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clermont, 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 Clermont, FL
This is one driving day of about 236.4 miles and 4h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Clermont, 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 106.9 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 140.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|10th Street
Turn left onto 10th Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.2 mi into trip|~2m in|East Avenue
Turn left onto East Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
32.9 mi into trip|~44m in|Florida's Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike toward I 75 North: Ocala
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 75 North: Ocala
8
140.1 mi into trip|~2h 38m in
Take the exit toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
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 435
Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
8
140.3 mi into trip|~2h 39m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.79 one way
$71.57 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg83 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$39.27
$78.53
premium
$4.55
$42.35
$84.69
diesel
$4.80
$44.64
$89.27
Estimated Tolls: $1.32
Florida's Turnpike
(18.9 mi)$1.32
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
$36
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
70.9
0
$24.82
$11.35
Efficient EV
59.1
0
$20.69
$9.46
EV Truck/SUV
94.6
1
$33.10
$15.13
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 18, 2026
Origin
Clermont, FL
Morning
in Clermont on Monday
Local time
11:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph34% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Tallahassee, FL
Morning
in Tallahassee on Monday
Local time
11:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
SE 0 to 5 mph62% chanceLive 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 29m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 route is predominantly highway driving, with 95% of the 236.4 miles on major roads like I 75 and I 10. You'll experience a longest stretch of 106.9 miles on I 75, indicating extended periods of consistent speed. Surface roads will only become a factor for a small portion of the trip, likely near your start and end points. Expect a steady pace with frequent exits and entrances as you navigate these interstates.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 106.9 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 10th Street.
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 17 significant decision points across 236.4 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 (10th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (East Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 32.9 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
204 ft34 ft
Total Climb
405 ft
Total Descent
341 ft
Highest Point
204 ft
~236.4 mi in
Elevation Range
170 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Clermont, FL to Tallahassee, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala along the way.
Clermont is a city in Lake County, Florida, just over 20 miles (32 km) west of Orlando. While the city is small and primarily residential, it is home to a handful of landmarks and offbeat attractions that make it a stop worth considering when in the area. In 2019, the population was about 39,000, an increase of 10,000 over nine years. The city quadrupled its population from 2000 to 2019.
Top landmarks
•Florida Citrus Tower — observation tower in Clermont, Florida
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.
Top landmarks
•Florida State Capitol — state capitol building of the U.S. state of Florida
•Florida Governor's Mansion — official residence of the governor of Florida
•Tallahassee — railway station in Tallahassee, the United States of America
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 29m. Total distance: 236.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 106.9 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.32 in tolls one way, starting with Florida's Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 29 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Tallahassee, 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. There are 29 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (10th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (East Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 32.9 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Tallahassee, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
