Trip from Gulfport, FL to Tallahassee, FL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 11, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 28m

Distance

261 mi

420 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$42

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 15m ★

6 AM

5h 29m

8 AM

5h 55m

10 AM

5h 38m

12 PM

5h 35m

3 PM

5h 39m

5 PM

5h 54m

8 PM

5h 21m

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

This 261-mile drive from Gulfport, Florida, to Tallahassee, Florida, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 5 hours and 28 minutes. You'll navigate a mix of roads, including Young Boulevard and the Suncoast Parkway, with about 44% of the journey on highways. Plan for a fuel cost of around $42 for this excursion across the state. Given the duration, it’s a solid day trip, but if you prefer a more relaxed pace, you could easily extend it into an overnight adventure. The route offers a straightforward connection between two distinct areas within 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

1 planned break

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

Midpoint

130.5 miles from Gulfport, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 40m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Young Boulevard	89.3 mi	1h 53m
Suncoast Parkway	54.2 mi	59m
Suncoast Boulevard	47 mi	59m
I 275	18.2 mi	22m
Apalachee Parkway	16.1 mi	23m
US 19	13 mi	16m
FL 589 Toll Express Lane	7.8 mi	9m
Veterans Expressway	5.5 mi	7m

Longest stretch: Young Boulevard — 89.3 mi, about 1h 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on CR 138

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Gulfport Boulevard South

Continue on CR 138

1.4 mi · 3 min · 22nd Avenue South

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 37 sec

Toward I 275 North: Tampa Use the right lane.

Merge onto I 275

18 mi · 22 min · I 275

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 39 Toward FL 60: Clearwater, Tampa International Airport, Kennedy Boulevard, West Shore Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Toward FL 60 East: Kennedy Boulevard, West Shore Boulevard Use the slight right lane.

Continue on West Kennedy Boulevard

0.3 mi · 31 sec · West Kennedy Boulevard

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto FL 60

0.7 mi · 1 min · Memorial Highway

Toward FL 589 Toll: Tampa International Airport, Clearwater Use the left / straight lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll

4.5 mi · 6 min · Veterans Expressway

Toward FL 589 Toll Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll

3.2 mi · 4 min · FL 589 Toll Express Lane

Merge onto FL 589 Toll

0.6 mi · 48 sec · Veterans Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll

4.6 mi · 5 min · FL 589 Toll Express Lane

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto FL 589 Toll

0.4 mi · 27 sec · Veterans Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll

54 mi · 59 min · Suncoast Parkway

Toward Crystal River Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 43 sec

Toward FL 44: Gulf to Lake Highway

Turn left onto FL 44

4.8 mi · 7 min · Gulf to Lake Highway

Continue on FL 44

0.9 mi · 1 min · Northeast 5th Street

Turn right onto US 19; US 98

47 mi · 59 min · Suncoast Boulevard

Use the right lane.

Continue on US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate

89 mi · 1 hr 53 min · Young Boulevard

Continue on US 19; US 27

13 mi · 16 min · US 19; US 27

Continue on US 27

12 mi · 15 min · Apalachee Parkway

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 27

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Apalachee Parkway

Continue on US 27

4.2 mi · 7 min · Apalachee Parkway

Use the left lane.

At end of road, turn right onto US 27; FL 61

31 ft · 1 sec · South Monroe Street

Arrive at destination

US 27; FL 61

Trip Plan

For this 5-hour, 28-minute drive, leaving early in the morning is your best bet to maximize daylight and minimize traffic, especially if you're aiming to complete it in a single day. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in when and where you choose to pause. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch without a significant change in road type is over 89 miles. A practical tip for this route is to ensure you have a full tank before departing Gulfport, as the initial segment can be quite long before you reach major service areas.

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 130.5 miles from Gulfport, FL, or about 2h 40m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.3 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 57 miles or 1h 10m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 130.5 miles or 2h 40m 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 25m

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 Gulfport, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Gulfport, FL

This is one driving day of about 261 miles and 5h 28m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Gulfport, 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 Young Boulevard for about 89.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

county seat of Hernando County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brooksville, FL

131 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.

Pacing Suggestions

Bayonet Point, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 57 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Williston, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 130.5 miles from Gulfport, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Young Boulevard if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 89.3 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

Catalina Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

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

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

Catalina Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18509991559

The Power Plant Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+18505366821

Visit website

The Sweet Shop Cafe & Lounge

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18503296466

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

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+18505080224

Visit website

Ma Wish High Chai- Tea & Food

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Trenton, Florida

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+18004619211

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

Ellianos Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+13522284397

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

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Perry, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Perry, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18505843200

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.1 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Perry, Florida

Hours: 4 am–11 pm

+18505844900

SunStop Market #357

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Cross City, Florida

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+13525417001

Visit website

Jj Gas & Grill

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour

Perry, Florida

Hours: 5:15 am–9:15 pm

+18505842002

Country Kitchen

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

Perry, Florida

Hours: 4 am–12 pm

+18503715102

Taylor County Rest Area

0.1 mi from route

Cascades Park

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

Hershel's Quick Stop

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Otter Creek, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+13524866584

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

Otter Creek Trading Post

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Chiefland, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19043090506

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

Tomahawks 51

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Closed

+18509996339

Visit website

Kavakaze

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+18505659955

Crystal River Escape Room

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 1–9 pm

+13522284084

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 20.1 and 35.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

20.1 mi into trip | ~26m in

Take the exit toward FL 60: Clearwater, Tampa International Airport, Kennedy Boulevard, West Shore Boulevard

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 39 Toward FL 60: Clearwater, Tampa International A...

20.6 mi into trip | ~27m in

Keep slight right at fork toward FL 60 East: Kennedy Boulevard, West Shore Boulevard

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward FL 60 East: Kennedy Boulevard, West Shor...

21.2 mi into trip | ~28m in | FL 60 / Memorial Highway

Turn left onto FL 60 / Memorial Highway toward FL 589 Toll: Tampa International Airport, Clearwater

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

Use the left / straight lanes. Toward FL 589 Toll: Tampa International Airport...

21.9 mi into trip | ~29m in | FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway toward FL 589 Toll

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward FL 589 Toll

35.3 mi into trip | ~47m in | FL 589 Toll / Suncoast Parkway

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll / Suncoast Parkway toward Crystal River

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward Crystal River

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$41.87 one way

$83.75 round trip

$4.08/gal 25.4 MPG avg 91 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.45	$45.72	$91.43
premium	$4.78	$49.16	$98.32
diesel	$6.20	$63.70	$127.40

Estimated Tolls: $3.69

Suncoast Parkway (54.2 mi) $3.25

Veterans Expressway (5.5 mi) $0.44

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

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$71–$96

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 91.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-05.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	78.3	0	$27.41	$12.53
Efficient EV	65.3	0	$22.84	$10.44
EV Truck/SUV	104.4	1	$36.54	$16.70

Gas CO2

91 kg

EV CO2

31 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 Oct 10, 2026

Origin

Gulfport, FL

Morning in Gulfport on Sunday

Local time

7:47 AM

EDT

Current temp

87°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

S 10 to 16 mph 69% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued October 10 at 5:57AM EDT until October 11 at 7:07PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

High Surf Warning

High Surf Warning issued October 10 at 4:45AM CDT until October 10 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL

Destination

Tallahassee, FL

Morning in Tallahassee on Sunday

Local time

7:47 AM

EDT

Current temp

82°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

S 15 mph 69% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued October 10 at 5:57AM EDT until October 11 at 7:07PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

High Surf Warning

High Surf Warning issued October 10 at 4:45AM CDT until October 10 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL

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

5 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

5h 28m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

De Soto National Memorial

National Memorial

In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...

16 mi from route ~40 min detour Free

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

The drive presents a mixed character, blending highway speeds with more local road experiences. You'll spend a notable portion of your time on highways, accounting for 44% of the total mileage. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 89.3 miles on Young Boulevard, offering a period of consistent travel. As you progress, expect the road to shift from the efficiency of parkways to potentially more varied conditions on other main roads. This blend means you'll experience both open-road cruising and more town-influenced driving.

44% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.

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

Longest single stretch: 89.3 mi on Young Boulevard.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 20.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

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 261 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 20.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.2 miles (FL 60 / Memorial Highway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

204 ft 0 ft

Total Climb

299 ft

Total Descent

112 ft

Highest Point

204 ft

~261 mi in

Elevation Range

204 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between Gulfport, FL and Tallahassee, FL, road signs point toward Tampa International Airport, Clearwater and Crystal River.

Tampa International Airport

20.1 mi in | ~26m

Clearwater

21.2 mi in | ~28m | via FL 60

Crystal River

35.3 mi in | ~47m | via FL 589 Toll

About the Cities

Starting in Gulfport, FL

Full guide →

Founded 1884

Top landmarks

• Gulfport Casino

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 5h 28m. Total distance: 261 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 89.3 miles on Young Boulevard. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $3.69 in tolls one way, starting with Suncoast Parkway. 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 1 rest area or service plaza 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 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.

Yes — De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 11.0 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Gulfport, 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

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Catalina Cafe

Lucky Goat Coffee

Catalina Cafe

The Power Plant Cafe

The Sweet Shop Cafe & Lounge

Halisi Africa

Starbucks Coffee Company

Ma Wish High Chai- Tea & Food

LeRoc Bistro

Ellianos Coffee

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

Tesla Destination Charger

EV Connect Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

Pepper Head's/Waco 21

SunStop Market #357

Jj Gas & Grill

Country Kitchen

Taylor County Rest Area

Cascades Park

Hershel's Quick Stop

Goodies Eatery

Otter Creek Trading Post

Capital Cascades Trail Park

Tomahawks 51

Kavakaze

Crystal River Escape Room

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Gulfport, FL

Tallahassee, FL

Same local time

5 degrees cooler at arrival

5h 28m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

De Soto National Memorial

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Elevation Profile

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About the Cities

Starting in Gulfport, FL

Arriving in Tallahassee, FL

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

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Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

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Are there national parks near this route?

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

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