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Trip from Inverness, 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

3h 59m

Distance

182.9 mi

294 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$29

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 47m ★
6 AM
4h 0m
8 AM
4h 26m
10 AM
4h 9m
12 PM
4h 6m
3 PM
4h 10m
5 PM
4h 24m
8 PM
3h 52m

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

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county seat of Citrus County, Florida, United States

Inverness, FL

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Downtown Tallahassee, FL, FL

Tallahassee, FL

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Trip Overview

This 182.9-mile journey from Inverness, Florida, to Tallahassee, Florida, is best suited as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 59 minutes. You'll primarily navigate Young Boulevard and Suncoast Boulevard, with a significant portion on US 41. With a projected fuel cost of around $29, this route offers an economical way to travel between these two Florida regions. The drive is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a more local and less highway-intensive experience. Given its manageable duration and cost, it's an accessible option for a straightforward travel day.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

91.4 miles from Inverness, FL

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

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Young Boulevard 89.3 mi 1h 53m
Suncoast Boulevard 47 mi 59m
US 41 17.3 mi 26m
Apalachee Parkway 16.1 mi 23m
US 19 13 mi 16m
Courthouse Square 0.2 mi <1m
South Monroe Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Young Boulevard — 89.3 mi, about 1h 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

113 ft · 10 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto Courthouse Square

264 ft · 13 sec · Courthouse Square
3

Continue on Courthouse Square

278 ft · 9 sec · Courthouse Square
4

Continue on Courthouse Square

298 ft · 12 sec · Courthouse Square
5

Turn right onto US 41; FL 44

17 mi · 26 min · US 41; FL 44
6

Turn right onto US 19; US 98

47 mi · 59 min · Suncoast Boulevard
Use the right lane.
7

Continue on US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate

89 mi · 1 hr 53 min · Young Boulevard
8

Continue on US 19; US 27

13 mi · 16 min · US 19; US 27
9

Continue on US 27

12 mi · 15 min · Apalachee Parkway
Use the left lane.
10

Continue on US 27

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Apalachee Parkway
11

Continue on US 27

4.2 mi · 7 min · Apalachee Parkway
Use the left lane.
12

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

31 ft · 1 sec · South Monroe Street
13

Arrive at destination

US 27; FL 61

Trip Plan

For this 182.9-mile drive, departing in the morning will allow you to complete the nearly 4-hour trip with ample daylight. With only one suggested stop and a fuel cost of approximately $29, you can plan for a relatively uninterrupted journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 89.3 miles on Young Boulevard, to ensure you have enough to reach your destination or a refueling point. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart when convenient, but aim for an early start to maximize your time in 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 91.4 miles from Inverness, FL, or about 2h 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 40 miles or 55m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 91.4 miles or 2h 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 14m

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 Inverness, 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 Inverness, FL

This is one driving day of about 182.9 miles and 3h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Inverness, 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.

Downtown Trenton, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Trenton, FL

91 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

Citrus Hills, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Chiefland, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 91.4 miles from Inverness, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Inverness, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13527267060

Visit website

Hen House Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Inverness, Florida

0.1 mi

Catalina Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

0.6 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Sweet Alps Ice Cream Inverness

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Inverness, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13524231112

Visit website

Lucky Goat Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

0.4 mi

Johnson's Bakery

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Perry, Florida

0.8 mi

Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13527267060

Visit website

Hen House Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+13524197942

Visit website

Catalina Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 182.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18509991559

Ellianos Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 65.3

Chiefland, Florida

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+13525075057

Visit website

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 182.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+18505366821

Visit website

The Sweet Shop Cafe & Lounge

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 182.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18503296466

Halisi Africa

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 182.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Closed

+18507393129

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 182.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+18505080224

Visit website

Sweet Alps Ice Cream Inverness

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13524231112

Visit website

Lucky Goat Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 182.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+18505979737

Visit website

Johnson's Bakery

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 130.6

Perry, Florida

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+18505842261

Visit website

La Florida Coffee & Wine

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 182.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–7 pm

Visit website

Argonaut Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 182.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

Visit website

Ellianos Coffee Perry

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 130.6

Perry, Florida

Hours: 5:30 am–8 pm

+14482083010

Visit website

Foxtail Coffee Co. & Kelly's Homemade Ice Cream - SoMo Walls

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 182.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+14482302356

Visit website

Sweet Creamery

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 65.3

Chiefland, Florida

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13525079129

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 182.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 65.3

Chiefland, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 130.6

Perry, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18505843200

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 130.6

Perry, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

1.5 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Inverness, Florida

Shell Recharge Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 65.3

Chiefland, Florida

+31880109500

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.2 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 130.6

Perry, Florida

Tesla Supercharger

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 182.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Jj Gas & Grill

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 130.6

Perry, Florida

Hours: 5:15 am–9:15 pm

+18505842002

Country Kitchen

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 130.6

Perry, Florida

Hours: 4 am–12 pm

+18503715102

Pepper Head's/Waco 21

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 130.6

Perry, Florida

Hours: 4 am–11 pm

+18505844900

SunStop Market #357

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 91.4

Cross City, Florida

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+13525417001

Visit website

Cascades Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 182.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18508913866

Visit website

Wilson's Bait & Tackle

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 130.6

Perry, Florida

Hours: 5 am–6 pm

+18505846157

Visit website

Hershel's Quick Stop

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 52.3

Otter Creek, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+13524866584

Hometown Furniture | Perry

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 130.6

Perry, Florida

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+18505845891

Visit website

Goodies Eatery

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 182.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+18506813888

Visit website

Otter Creek Trading Post

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 52.3

Chiefland, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19043090506

Visit website

Save A Lot

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 130.6

Perry, Florida

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+18505842565

Visit website

Backdoor Bistro & Coffeehouse of Perry

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 130.6

Perry, Florida

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+18505842224

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 5

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 182.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Courthouse Square

Turn right onto Courthouse Square

Navigation decision point

3
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Courthouse Square

Continue onto Courthouse Square

Navigation decision point

4
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 41; FL 44

Turn right onto US 41; FL 44

Navigation decision point

5
17.5 mi into trip | ~27m in | US 19; US 98 / Suncoast Boulevard

Turn right onto US 19; US 98 / Suncoast Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
182.9 mi into trip | ~3h 59m in | US 27; FL 61 / South Monroe Street

At end of road, turn right onto US 27; FL 61 / South Monroe Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$29.11 one way

$58.23 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 64 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $31.67 $63.34
premium $4.72 $34.01 $68.02
diesel $5.61 $40.38 $80.76

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$29

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 64 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 54.9 0 $19.20 $8.78
Efficient EV 45.7 0 $16.00 $7.32
EV Truck/SUV 73.2 0 $25.61 $11.71

Gas CO2

64 kg

EV CO2

21 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

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 14, 2026

Origin

Inverness, FL

Late night in Inverness on Sunday

Local time

4:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Tallahassee, FL

Late night in Tallahassee on Sunday

Local time

4:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Clear then Patchy Fog

WSW 0 to 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

82°F

Trenton, FL

91 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

1 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

3h 59m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this trip, with only 25% of the route on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 89.3 miles on Young Boulevard, offering a substantial period of consistent travel before the road network becomes more intricate. This means you'll be engaging with the road more frequently, making it feel less like a monotonous interstate cruise and more like a connected series of local and regional thoroughfares. The road's personality shifts as you progress, requiring your attention to navigate its various turns and transitions.

Only 25% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 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?

2/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Courthouse Square.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Inverness, FL to Tallahassee, FL is easy. At 3h 59m with 25% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Courthouse Square): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Courthouse Square): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 41; FL 44): Navigation decision point.

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 3h 59m. Total distance: 182.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (25%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

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.

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.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Courthouse Square): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Courthouse Square): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 41; FL 44): Navigation decision point.

Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Tallahassee, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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