Trip from Deerfield Beach, 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

8h 8m

Distance

442.7 mi

712 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$70

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min

4 AM

8h 0m ★

6 AM

8h 8m

8 AM

8h 25m

10 AM

8h 14m

12 PM

8h 12m

3 PM

8h 15m

5 PM

8h 24m

8 PM

8h 3m

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

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city in Broward County, Florida, United States

Deerfield Beach, FL

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Tallahassee, FL

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Trip Overview

Deerfield Beach to Tallahassee is 442.7 miles and takes about 8h 8m via Florida's Turnpike, I-75, and I-10, with a fuel budget near $70 and an overnight recommendation. This route primarily stays within Florida, taking you across the state's interior. It's a highway-focused drive, so expect efficient travel for the most part. Given the 8-hour duration, splitting this journey over two days is a practical approach, allowing for a more relaxed pace. Consider this trip if you're looking for a straightforward way to cover significant distance within the state.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

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

Midpoint

221.4 miles from Deerfield Beach, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 3m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Florida's Turnpike	192.2 mi	3h 26m
I 75	106.9 mi	1h 54m
I 10	87.7 mi	1h 34m
I 95	44.4 mi	50m
Mahan Drive	6.7 mi	11m
West Hillsboro Boulevard	0.7 mi	1m
East Tennessee Street	0.6 mi	1m
Indiantown Road	0.5 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 192.2 mi, about 3h 26m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Southeast 2nd Avenue

14 ft · 7 sec · Southeast 2nd Avenue

Turn left onto SR 810

0.1 mi · 15 sec · East Hillsboro Boulevard

Continue on SR 810

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Hillsboro Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 51 sec

Toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach

Merge onto I 95

44 mi · 50 min · I 95

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Exit 87B Toward FL 706 West: Okeechobee Use the right lane.

Turn straight onto FL 706

0.5 mi · 54 sec · Indiantown Road

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 14 sec

Use the right lane.

Continue on this road

482 ft · 11 sec · this road

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

192 mi · 3 hr 25 min · Florida's Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike

0.2 mi · 15 sec · Florida's Turnpike

Toward I 75 North: Ocala Use the straight lane.

Merge onto I 75

107 mi · 1 hr 54 min · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 15 sec

Exit 435 Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 30 sec

Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 10

88 mi · 1 hr 34 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto US 90

6.7 mi · 11 min · Mahan Drive

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 90

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Tennessee Street

Turn left onto CR 1555

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Franklin Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto East Pensacola Street

0.2 mi · 40 sec · East Pensacola Street

Turn left onto CR 1559

210 ft · 9 sec · South Calhoun Street

Turn right onto US 27

339 ft · 12 sec · Apalachee Parkway

Turn right onto US 27; FL 61

31 ft · 1 sec · South Monroe Street

Arrive at destination

US 27; FL 61

Trip Plan

With an estimated drive time of over 8 hours, planning for two days is highly recommended. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and cover a good portion of the distance on your first day. The longest stretch without a major break is nearly 200 miles, so be sure to plan your fuel stops accordingly, especially as highway services can be spread out. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the 192-mile mark on Florida's Turnpike, as this is your longest uninterrupted segment before potential service areas.

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.

This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.

Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 221.4 miles from Deerfield Beach, FL, or about 4h 3m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 192.2 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 97 miles or 1h 50m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 221.4 miles or 4h 3m in

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

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 221.4 miles or 4h 3m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 57m

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 Deerfield Beach, 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.

Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Deerfield Beach, FL

Aim for roughly 221 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Tallahassee, FL

Aim for roughly 221 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 97 miles from Deerfield Beach, FL.

This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.

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

The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 192.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in and county seat of Orange County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Overnight candidate

Orlando, FL

221 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Orlando, FL

Popular next leg

Orlando, FL to Tallahassee, FL

255.9 mi · 4h 43m

Overnight Options

Night 1

Orlando, FL

221 mi · about 4.1h in

A practical overnight split lands near Orlando, FL after about 221 miles or 4.1 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Port Saint Lucie, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 97 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Clermont, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 221.4 miles from Deerfield Beach, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 192.2 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 221 miles or 4.1 hours on the road.

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 end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 442.7

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 end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 442.7

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 end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 442.7

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18509991559

The Power Plant Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 442.7

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+18505366821

Visit website

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 442.7

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–7 pm

Visit website

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 442.7

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 442.7

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 442.7

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 442.7

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVPassport Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 442.7

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19292971722

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 442.7

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18505766171

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 316.2

High Springs, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Cascades Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 442.7

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18508913866

Visit website

The Orlando Auto Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 189.7

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13217541700

Visit website

Goodies Eatery

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 442.7

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+18506813888

Visit website

Fun Spot America

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 189.7

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 2 pm–12 am

+14073633867

Visit website

Capital Cascades Trail Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 442.7

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18508913866

Visit website

Tomahawks 51

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 442.7

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Closed

+18509996339

Visit website

Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 189.7

Orlando, Florida

+14073638000

Visit website

Kavakaze

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 442.7

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+18505659955

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 45.8 and 346.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

45.8 mi into trip | ~53m in

Take the exit toward FL 706 West: Okeechobee

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

Use the right lane. Exit 87B Toward FL 706 West: Okeechobee

46.8 mi into trip | ~56m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North

239.3 mi into trip | ~4h 23m 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

346.4 mi into trip | ~6h 17m 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

346.6 mi into trip | ~6h 18m 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

$70.47 one way

$140.93 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 155 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$76.65	$153.31
premium	$4.72	$82.32	$164.64
diesel	$5.61	$97.74	$195.49

Estimated Tolls: $13.43

Florida's Turnpike (191.9 mi) $13.43

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

$70

Tolls

$13

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$214–$324

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 154.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $46 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	132.8	1	$46.48	$21.25
Efficient EV	110.7	1	$38.74	$17.71
EV Truck/SUV	177.1	2	$61.98	$28.33

Gas CO2

155 kg

EV CO2

52 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 18, 2026

Origin

Deerfield Beach, FL

Morning in Deerfield Beach on Sunday

Local time

7:32 AM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Mostly Sunny

E 10 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Fire Weather Watch

Fire Weather Watch issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 20 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Destination

Tallahassee, FL

Morning in Tallahassee on Sunday

Local time

7:32 AM

EDT

Current temp

81°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.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

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

8h 8m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is predominantly highway, with 97% of the route utilizing major interstates and turnpikes. You'll experience a consistent pace for the majority of the journey, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 192.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. Expect a steady flow of traffic and efficient travel conditions typical of a highway-focused profile. The road maintains its character for much of the trip, making it predictable for planning your driving segments.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 192.2 mi on Florida's Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 45.8 miles in.

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 18 significant decision points across 442.7 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 45.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 239.3 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Deerfield Beach, FL and Tallahassee, FL, road signs point toward Orlando and Florida's Turnpike North.

Orlando

46.8 mi in | ~56m

Florida's Turnpike North

46.8 mi in | ~56m

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).

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 192.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 221 miles on day one.

Expect about $13.43 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.

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 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Not recommended in a single day. At 8.1 hours each way, a round trip means 16.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Tallahassee, FL before the return drive.

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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Trip from Deerfield Beach, FL to Tallahassee, FL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Overnight Options

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

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

EVPassport Charging Station

Nissan Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Cascades Park

The Orlando Auto Museum

Goodies Eatery

Fun Spot America

Capital Cascades Trail Park

Tomahawks 51

Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts

Kavakaze

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Deerfield Beach, FL

Tallahassee, FL

Same local time

Very similar conditions

8h 8m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Arriving in Tallahassee, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Should I split this drive into multiple days?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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