Trip from Indian River Shores, 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

6h 49m

Distance

352.7 mi

568 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$56

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

6h 38m ★

6 AM

6h 49m

8 AM

7h 13m

10 AM

6h 57m

12 PM

6h 55m

3 PM

6h 59m

5 PM

7h 12m

8 PM

6h 42m

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 352.7-mile drive from Indian River Shores, FL to Tallahassee, FL is a solid day trip, estimated to take about 6 hours and 49 minutes. The route primarily utilizes major highways, with 80% of the journey on interstates and turnpikes, making it a highway-focused experience. Given the duration and the straightforward nature of the roads, it's perfectly manageable in one go, though you might consider an overnight if you prefer a more relaxed pace. With an estimated fuel cost of $56, this trip offers a direct and efficient way to travel across Florida. You'll be moving through the heart of the state on this journey.

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

176.4 miles from Indian River Shores, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 33m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 75	106.9 mi	1h 54m
I 10	87.7 mi	1h 34m
Florida's Turnpike	64.1 mi	1h 8m
New Haven Avenue	37 mi	44m
I 95	23.9 mi	25m
Mahan Drive	6.7 mi	11m
85th Street	4.7 mi	8m
SR A1A	3.7 mi	6m

Longest stretch: I 75 — 106.9 mi, about 1h 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Indian River Shores, FL and Tallahassee, FL.

Start on this road

0.1 mi · 57 sec · this road

Turn right onto Indian Harbor Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · Indian Harbor Road

Turn left onto Johns Island Drive

0.4 mi · 1 min · Johns Island Drive

Turn left onto Johns Island Drive

144 ft · 13 sec · Johns Island Drive

Turn left onto SR A1A

3.7 mi · 6 min · SR A1A

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto FL 510

2.6 mi · 4 min · Wabasso Beach Road

Use the left lane.

Continue on CR 510

4.7 mi · 8 min · 85th Street

Use the left lane.

Continue on CR 510

1.2 mi · 2 min · 90th Avenue

Turn left onto CR 512

0.4 mi · 42 sec · Sebastian Boulevard

Use the left / straight lanes.

Continue on CR 512

2.0 mi · 3 min · Fellsmere Road

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 46 sec

Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach

Merge onto I 95

24 mi · 25 min · I 95

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 180 Toward US 192: West Melbourne, Melbourne Use the slight right lane.

Continue on US 192

37 mi · 44 min · New Haven Avenue

Use the right lane.

Continue on US 192; US 441

1.2 mi · 1 min · East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway

Continue on US 192; US 441

2.6 mi · 5 min · 13th Street

Continue on US 192; US 441

0.2 mi · 21 sec · East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway

Continue on US 192; US 441

3.3 mi · 5 min · Bronson Highway

Use the right lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Toward Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

64 mi · 1 hr 8 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

For this 6 hour and 49 minute journey, starting early in the morning is your best bet to maximize daylight and minimize traffic. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing. Be mindful of the longest stretch of 106.9 miles on I-75; plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly before entering that segment. Given the highway-centric nature of the route, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is important, and the estimated $56 fuel cost should be factored into your budget. The $56 fuel cost is an estimate, so check current prices before you depart.

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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 176.4 miles from Indian River Shores, FL, or about 3h 33m 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 78 miles or 1h 42m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 176.4 miles or 3h 33m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 38m

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 Indian River Shores, 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 Indian River Shores, FL

This is one driving day of about 352.7 miles and 6h 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 78 miles from Indian River Shores, 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.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lake Butler, FL

176 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

Lake Butler, FL to Tallahassee, FL

249.5 mi · 4h 42m

Pacing Suggestions

Orlando, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 78 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Citra, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 176.4 miles from Indian River Shores, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 106.9 miles.

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 352.7

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 352.7

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 352.7

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 352.7

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 352.7

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–7 pm

Visit website

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 252

Lake City, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Pilot EV Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 176.4

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13524029081

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 151.2

Oxford, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13527480449

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 176.4

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 100.8

Orlando, Florida

+14073638000

Visit website

Capital Cascades Trail Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 352.7

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18508913866

Visit website

Fun Spot America

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 100.8

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 2 pm–12 am

+14073633867

Visit website

Tomahawks 51

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 352.7

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Closed

+18509996339

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 23

5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 256.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

1 mi into trip | ~3m in | SR A1A

Turn left onto SR A1A

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

39.8 mi into trip | ~55m in

Take the exit toward US 192: West Melbourne, Melbourne

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 180 Toward US 192: West Melbourne, Melbourne

149.3 mi into trip | ~3h 4m 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

256.5 mi into trip | ~4h 58m 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

256.6 mi into trip | ~4h 59m 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

$56.14 one way

$112.28 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 123 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$61.07	$122.14
premium	$4.72	$65.58	$131.17
diesel	$5.61	$77.87	$155.74

Estimated Tolls: $4.47

Florida's Turnpike (63.8 mi) $4.47

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

$56

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$86–$111

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 123.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	105.8	1	$37.03	$16.93
Efficient EV	88.2	1	$30.86	$14.11
EV Truck/SUV	141.1	1	$49.38	$22.57

Gas CO2

123 kg

EV CO2

41 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 Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Indian River Shores, FL

Morning in Indian River Shores on Sunday

Local time

8:02 AM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Tallahassee, FL

Morning in Tallahassee on Sunday

Local time

8:02 AM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

83°F

Lake Butler, FL

176 mi in

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

15 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

6h 49m 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?

Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 352.7-mile trip, with 80% of the mileage on interstates and turnpikes like I-75 and I-10. The personality of this route is largely about covering ground efficiently, with a significant 106.9-mile stretch on I-75 offering uninterrupted driving. While the majority is highway, the connection between these major arteries will involve some transitions. The overall feel is one of steady progress rather than winding scenic byways.

80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

34 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?

10/10

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 around 1 miles in near SR A1A.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 23 significant decision points across 352.7 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 1 miles (SR A1A): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 149.3 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 Indian River Shores, FL and Tallahassee, FL, road signs point toward Melbourne, Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll and Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala.

Melbourne

39.8 mi in | ~55m

Ocala

84.6 mi in | ~1h 53m

Miami

84.6 mi in | ~1h 53m

Florida's Turnpike Toll

84.6 mi in | ~1h 53m

Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala

84.8 mi in | ~1h 54m

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).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 49m. Total distance: 352.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 49m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

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 $4.47 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.8 hours each way, a round trip means 13.6 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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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

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

Holy Grain Coffee Shop

Honest Living Tea House

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

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Pilot EV Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Cascades Park

Goodies Eatery

Reptile World Serpentarium

The Orlando Auto Museum

Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts

Capital Cascades Trail Park

Fun Spot America

Tomahawks 51

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Indian River Shores, FL

Tallahassee, FL

Same local time

15 degrees warmer at arrival

6h 49m 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

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

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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