Holly Hill to Tallahassee is 249.8 miles and takes about 4h 43m via I-95, I-10, and West Beltway, with a fuel budget near $39 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, moving from the Atlantic coast inland toward the state capital. With 87% of the drive on highways, expect a fairly direct path that prioritizes getting you to your destination efficiently. It's a straightforward option if you're looking for a single-day transit between these two points in the Sunshine State.
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
124.9 miles from Holly Hill, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 22m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
148.3 mi
2h 39m
I 95
62.8 mi
1h 7m
West Beltway
19.7 mi
22m
Mahan Drive
6.7 mi
11m
US Highway 1
4.9 mi
7m
South Yonge Street
2 mi
3m
North Ridgewood Avenue
1.6 mi
3m
East Tennessee Street
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 148.3 mi, about 2h 39m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 60 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~1,061 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,621
Quietest
2 AM
~148 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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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 Holly Hill, FL and Tallahassee, FL.
1
Start on 10th Street
0.2 mi·24 sec·10th Street
2
Turn right onto US 1
1.6 mi·3 min·North Ridgewood Avenue
3
Continue on US 1
2.0 mi·3 min·South Yonge Street
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on US 1
4.9 mi·7 min·US Highway 1
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 North: JacksonvilleUse the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 95
63 mi·1 hr 7 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 337Toward I 295 North: Beltway, Orange Park, Jacksonville BeachesUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi·1 min
Toward I 295 North: Orange Park, West Beltway
9
Merge onto I 295
20 mi·22 min·West Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 21BToward I 10 West: Lake CityUse the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 10
148 mi·2 hr 39 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto US 90
6.7 mi·11 min·Mahan Drive
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on US 90
0.6 mi·1 min·East Tennessee Street
14
Turn left onto CR 1555
0.5 mi·1 min·North Franklin Boulevard
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto East Pensacola Street
0.2 mi·40 sec·East Pensacola Street
16
Turn left onto CR 1559
210 ft·9 sec·South Calhoun Street
17
Turn right onto US 27
339 ft·12 sec·Apalachee Parkway
18
Turn right onto US 27; FL 61
31 ft·1 sec·South Monroe Street
19
Arrive at destination
US 27; FL 61
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4h 43m drive, consider an early morning departure from Holly Hill to avoid any potential afternoon traffic. The route is manageable in a single day, but if you prefer a more relaxed pace, you could plan for a brief stop around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the 148.3-mile stretch on I-10, as services can sometimes be more spread out on longer highway segments. Your estimated fuel cost is around $39, so factor that into your budget before you set off.
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 124.9 miles from Holly Hill, FL, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 148.3 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 55 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124.9 miles or 2h 22m 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 48m
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 Holly Hill, 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 Holly Hill, FL
This is one driving day of about 249.8 miles and 4h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Holly Hill, 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 10 for about 148.3 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 8.8 and 93.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
8.8 mi into trip|~14m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
5
9.2 mi into trip|~15m in|I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
72.1 mi into trip|~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Beltway, Orange Park, Jacksonville Beaches
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 337
Toward I 295 North: Beltway, Orange Park, Jacks...
6
72.3 mi into trip|~1h 23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 295 North: Orange Park, West Beltway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 295 North: Orange Park, West Beltway
7
93.1 mi into trip|~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward I 10 West: Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 21B
Toward I 10 West: Lake City
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.81 one way
$75.63 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg87 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$41.49
$82.98
premium
$4.55
$44.75
$89.50
diesel
$4.80
$47.17
$94.33
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
74.9
0
$26.23
$11.99
Efficient EV
62.5
0
$21.86
$9.99
EV Truck/SUV
99.9
1
$34.97
$15.99
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% 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
Holly Hill, FL
Morning
in Holly Hill on Monday
Local time
6:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 5 to 15 mph19% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Tallahassee, FL
Morning
in Tallahassee on Monday
Local time
6:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
E 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
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
4h 43m 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.
Fort Matanzas National Monument
National Monument
Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. It also protect...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 34.5
Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United Stat...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is largely highway, with 87% of the total 249.8 miles on major interstates like I-10 and I-95. You'll experience a long stretch of 148.3 miles on I-10, which means extended periods of consistent cruising. Expect numerous exits and potential for merging traffic as you navigate through and around populated areas, especially on the West Beltway.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 148.3 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and I 95. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 8.8 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 249.8 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 72.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
204 ft11 ft
Total Climb
324 ft
Total Descent
131 ft
Highest Point
204 ft
~249.8 mi in
Elevation Range
194 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Holly Hill, FL and Tallahassee, FL, road signs point toward Orange Park, Jacksonville Beaches and Beltway.
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 43m. Total distance: 249.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 148.3 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 72.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Fort Matanzas National Monument and Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Tallahassee, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
