Dundee to Tallahassee is 274.5 miles and takes about 5h 20m via I 75 and I 10, with a fuel budget near $47 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route keeps you primarily on major highways for most of its length, connecting two points within Florida. Expect a straightforward drive that's efficient for getting from point A to point B. It's a single-day trip with a manageable duration, making it a practical choice if you need to cover this distance quickly.
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
137.3 miles from Dundee, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 46m 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
US 27
50.8 mi
1h 12m
Florida's Turnpike
19.1 mi
20m
Mahan Drive
6.7 mi
11m
Dundee Road
0.8 mi
1m
East Tennessee Street
0.6 mi
1m
North Franklin Boulevard
0.5 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 Dundee, FL and Tallahassee, FL.
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Start on this road
80 ft·11 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto FL 17
81 ft·6 sec·Center Street
3
Turn right onto Main Street
508 ft·10 sec·Main Street
4
Continue on Dundee Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Dundee Road
5
Turn right onto US 27
24 mi·33 min·US 27
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on US 27
14 mi·19 min·US 27
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 27
10 mi·14 min·US 27
8
Continue on US 27
0.3 mi·23 sec·US 27
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 27
3.0 mi·4 min·US 27
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala
11
Continue on this road
0.4 mi·48 sec·this road
Toward Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala
12
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
19 mi·20 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
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.
14
Merge onto I 75
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Exit 435Toward I 10: Jacksonville, TallahasseeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·30 sec
Toward I 10 West: TallahasseeUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 10
88 mi·1 hr 34 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn left onto US 90
6.7 mi·11 min·Mahan Drive
Use the left lane.
19
Continue on US 90
0.6 mi·1 min·East Tennessee Street
20
Turn left onto CR 1555
0.5 mi·1 min·North Franklin Boulevard
Use the left lane.
21
Turn right onto East Pensacola Street
0.2 mi·40 sec·East Pensacola Street
22
Turn left onto CR 1559
210 ft·9 sec·South Calhoun Street
23
Turn right onto US 27
339 ft·12 sec·Apalachee Parkway
24
Turn right onto US 27; FL 61
31 ft·1 sec·South Monroe Street
25
Arrive at destination
US 27; FL 61
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 20m drive time, leaving Dundee in the morning will allow you to reach Tallahassee well before evening. With only one recommended stop, you can plan for a brief break about halfway through your journey, perhaps around the 106.9-mile mark on I 75. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer highway stretches; the estimated cost is $47. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility, but aim to depart with enough daylight remaining to comfortably navigate any final approach into Tallahassee.
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 137.3 miles from Dundee, FL, or about 2h 46m 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 60 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 137.3 miles or 2h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 20m
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 Dundee, 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 Dundee, FL
This is one driving day of about 274.5 miles and 5h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Dundee, 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 178.4 — 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|FL 17 / Center Street
Turn left onto FL 17 / Center Street
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
7
71.1 mi into trip|~1h 35m 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
178.3 mi into trip|~3h 30m 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
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178.4 mi into trip|~3h 30m 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
$41.55 one way
$83.11 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg96 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$45.60
$91.19
premium
$4.55
$49.17
$98.34
diesel
$4.80
$51.83
$103.66
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
$42
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 96 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
82.4
1
$28.82
$13.18
Efficient EV
68.6
0
$24.02
$10.98
EV Truck/SUV
109.8
1
$38.43
$17.57
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Dundee, FL
Late night
in Dundee on Monday
Local time
4:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Mostly Clear
S 1 to 5 mph8% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 11:36PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 17 at 3:45AM EDT until July 18 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Tallahassee, FL
Late night
in Tallahassee on Monday
Local time
4:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
0 mph32% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 11:36PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 17 at 3:45AM EDT until July 18 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 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
5h 20m 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?
You'll be on highways for 96% of this 274.5-mile drive, with the longest uninterrupted highway stretch covering 106.9 miles on I 75. The majority of your travel will be on I 75 and I 10, offering a consistent cruising experience. Surface roads are minimal, encountered primarily at the beginning and end of your trip. Be prepared for frequent exits and potential merging traffic as you navigate these interstates.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 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 FL 17 / Center 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 274.5 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 (FL 17 / Center Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 71.1 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
221 ft70 ft
Total Climb
265 ft
Total Descent
219 ft
Highest Point
221 ft
~19.6 mi in
Elevation Range
152 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 Dundee, FL to Tallahassee, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala along the way.
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 5h 20m. Total distance: 274.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). 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 31 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 31 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (FL 17 / Center Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 71.1 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.7 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.
