Trip from Greenacres City, FL to Tallahassee, FL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

7h 42m

Distance

421.9 mi

679 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$64

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min

4 AM

7h 33m ★

6 AM

7h 43m

8 AM

8h 2m

10 AM

7h 50m

12 PM

7h 48m

3 PM

7h 50m

5 PM

8h 1m

8 PM

7h 37m

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

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Trip Overview

Planning a trip from Greenacres City, FL to Tallahassee, FL? This drive covers 421.9 miles and is estimated to take about 7 hours and 42 minutes, making it a feasible, though long, day trip. You'll be spending 97% of your time on highways, primarily using Florida's Turnpike, I-75, and I-10. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $67. With two planned stops, you can break up the drive, but be prepared for a significant portion of it to be on the open road. This is a straightforward highway-focused journey across the state of Florida.

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

2 planned breaks

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

Midpoint

210.9 miles from Greenacres City, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 49m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Florida's Turnpike	215 mi	3h 50m
I 75	106.9 mi	1h 54m
I 10	87.7 mi	1h 34m
Mahan Drive	6.7 mi	11m
Lake Worth Road	2.9 mi	5m
East Tennessee Street	0.6 mi	1m
North Franklin Boulevard	0.5 mi	1m
Swain Boulevard	0.3 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 215 mi, about 3h 50m

Traffic on I-10

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 32 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

2 PM

~1,188 veh/hr typical · worst 1,861

Quietest

2 AM

~161 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

7.4×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

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 Greenacres City, FL and Tallahassee, FL.

Start on 2nd Street

60 ft · 4 sec · 2nd Street

Turn right onto Swain Boulevard

0.3 mi · 1 min · Swain Boulevard

Turn right onto FL 802

2.9 mi · 5 min · Lake Worth Road

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando Use the right lane.

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

215 mi · 3 hr 50 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

To best manage this 7-hour and 42-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Greenacres City to maximize daylight and minimize traffic. With 421.9 miles to cover, pacing yourself with two stops is recommended; plan these strategically to include fuel and rest. The longest continuous stretch is 215 miles on Florida's Turnpike, so ensure you're fueled up before embarking on that segment. While this can be done in a single day, an overnight stop might be more comfortable if you prefer a more relaxed pace. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during that long stretch on the Turnpike.

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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 210.9 miles from Greenacres City, FL, or about 3h 49m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 215 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 93 miles or 1h 43m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 210.9 miles or 3h 49m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 31m

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 Greenacres City, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Greenacres City, FL

This is one driving day of about 421.9 miles and 7h 42m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 93 miles from Greenacres City, FL.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

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

The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 215 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

Meal stop

Orlando, FL

211 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.

Popular next leg

Orlando, FL to Tallahassee, FL

255.9 mi · 4h 43m

Pacing Suggestions

Palm Bay, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 93 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Orlando, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 210.9 miles from Greenacres City, 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 215 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Halisi Africa

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Tallahassee, Florida

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: Closed

+18507393129

Visit website

Maple Street Biscuit Company

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

1.8 mi

The Bada Bean

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

2.5 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

Lucky Goat Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

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

Halisi Africa

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Closed

+18507393129

Visit website

Maple Street Biscuit Company

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18503919512

Visit website

The Bada Bean

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18505622326

Visit website

Fenney Grill

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

The Villages, Florida

Hours: 8 AM–8 PM

+13523300998

Visit website

Bluefin Grill & Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

Halfway reset 3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately

The Villages, Florida

Hours: 11 AM–9 PM

+13525715344

Visit website

Boosters Bar & Grill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $20 to $30

Sumterville, Florida

Hours: 11 AM–8 PM

+13527517997

Visit website

Harvest Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

Halfway reset 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30

The Villages, Florida

Hours: 11 AM–9 PM

+13525715514

Visit website

Lucky Goat Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+18505979737

Visit website

La Florida Coffee & Wine

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.2 mi from route $1 to $10

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–7 pm

Visit website

Argonaut Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

Visit website

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Wildwood, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Tallahassee, Florida

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18508913866

Visit website

Goodies Eatery

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.2 mi from route $1 to $10

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+18506813888

Visit website

Capital Cascades Trail Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18508913866

Visit website

Ology Brewing Co [Midtown]

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18502962809

Visit website

Scott Springs Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+13523685517

Visit website

LeRoc Bistro

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+18502246755

Visit website

The Episcopal University Center of FSU

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+18507925697

Visit website

Honest Living Tea House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+18507654156

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 3.2 and 325.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

3.2 mi into trip | ~6m in

Take the ramp toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando

3.7 mi into trip | ~7m in | Florida's Turnpike

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

218.4 mi into trip | ~3h 57m 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

325.6 mi into trip | ~5h 52m 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

325.7 mi into trip | ~5h 52m 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

$63.87 one way

$127.73 round trip

$3.85/gal 25.4 MPG avg 148 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.22	$70.08	$140.16
premium	$4.55	$75.58	$151.15
diesel	$4.80	$79.66	$159.33

Estimated Tolls: $15.03

Florida's Turnpike (214.7 mi) $15.03

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

$64

Tolls

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$104–$129

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 147.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $44 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	126.6	1	$44.30	$20.25
Efficient EV	105.5	1	$36.92	$16.88
EV Truck/SUV	168.8	2	$59.07	$27.00

Gas CO2

148 kg

EV CO2

49 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 17, 2026

Origin

Greenacres City, FL

Evening in Greenacres City on Monday

Local time

8:27 PM

EDT

Current temp

78°F

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 5 mph 28% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued July 16 at 11:29AM EDT until July 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Destination

Tallahassee, FL

Evening in Tallahassee on Monday

Local time

8:27 PM

EDT

Current temp

76°F

Partly Cloudy

WNW 0 to 5 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued July 16 at 11:29AM EDT until July 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne 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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

7h 42m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 97% of the mileage on major interstates and turnpikes. You'll experience long stretches of consistent driving, including a significant 215-mile segment on Florida's Turnpike. Expect a consistent pace as you navigate through Florida, with the primary focus being efficient travel rather than varied scenery. The character of the road remains largely similar throughout, emphasizing its role as a primary transportation corridor.

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

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

Longest single stretch: 215 mi on Florida's Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

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 3.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 421.9 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 3.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.7 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 218.4 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

204 ft 18 ft

Total Climb

303 ft

Total Descent

116 ft

Highest Point

204 ft

~421.9 mi in

Elevation Range

186 ft

About the Cities

Starting in Greenacres City, FL

Full guide →

Founded 1926

Arriving in Tallahassee, FL

Full guide →

Founded 1824

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

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 7h 42m. Total distance: 421.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 42m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 215 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $15.03 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 42 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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 42 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.7 hours each way, a round trip means 15.4 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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