This 196.5-mile drive from Midway to Tallahassee, Florida, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 42 minutes. You'll primarily be on I-10, with portions of Avalon Boulevard and Gulf Breeze Parkway also part of the journey. With a highway share of 92%, expect a relatively quick transit. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $31, making it an economical option. This route is a straightforward, highway-focused drive connecting two points within Florida.
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
98.2 miles from Midway, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 52m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
176.6 mi
3h 9m
Avalon Boulevard
9.4 mi
13m
Gulf Breeze Parkway
3.8 mi
5m
North Monroe Street
3.7 mi
8m
Garcon Point Road
1.6 mi
2m
Wheeler Road
0.4 mi
1m
Keystone Drive
<0.1 mi
<1m
Cedar Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 176.6 mi, about 3h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Midway, FL and Tallahassee, FL.
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Start on Cedar Street
388 ft·19 sec·Cedar Street
2
Turn right onto Keystone Drive
477 ft·24 sec·Keystone Drive
3
Turn left onto Wheeler Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Wheeler Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 98
3.8 mi·5 min·Gulf Breeze Parkway
5
Turn right onto FL 281 Toll
5.5 mi·7 min·Avalon Boulevard
6
Continue on FL 281 Toll
1.6 mi·2 min·Garcon Point Road
7
Continue on FL 281 Toll
3.8 mi·5 min·Avalon Boulevard
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
9
Merge onto I 10
177 mi·3 hr 9 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi·55 sec
Exit 199Toward US 27: Monroe Street, State CapitolUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
407 ft·8 sec
Exit 199Toward Monroe Street
12
Turn right onto US 27
3.7 mi·8 min·North Monroe Street
13
Arrive at destination
US 27; FL 61
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 3-hour and 42-minute duration, this trip is perfect for a single-day adventure, offering flexibility for when you depart. Plan to leave early to maximize your time at your destination. With only one designated stop point, you can choose to break up the 176.6-mile stretch on I-10 at your convenience, perhaps for a quick stretch or snack. The estimated fuel cost of $31 is helpful for budgeting, and keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always wise, especially on longer interstate segments.
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 98.2 miles from Midway, FL, or about 1h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 176.6 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 43 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 98.2 miles or 1h 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 59m
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 Midway, 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 Midway, FL
This is one driving day of about 196.5 miles and 3h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Midway, 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 176.6 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 192.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Keystone Drive
Turn right onto Keystone Drive
Navigation decision point
5
0.6 mi into trip|~2m in|US 98 / Gulf Breeze Parkway
At end of road, turn right onto US 98 / Gulf Breeze Parkway
Navigation decision point
5
15.6 mi into trip|~23m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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192.2 mi into trip|~3h 33m in
Take the exit toward US 27: Monroe Street, State Capitol
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 199
Toward US 27: Monroe Street, State Capitol
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192.7 mi into trip|~3h 34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Monroe Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 199
Toward Monroe Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.28 one way
$62.56 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg69 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$34.02
$68.05
premium
$4.72
$36.54
$73.08
diesel
$5.61
$43.38
$86.77
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 68.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
58.9
0
$20.63
$9.43
Efficient EV
49.1
0
$17.19
$7.86
EV Truck/SUV
78.6
0
$27.51
$12.58
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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 16, 2026
Origin
Midway, FL
Late night
in Midway on Sunday
Local time
2:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Tallahassee, FL
Late night
in Tallahassee on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
17 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 42m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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.
Gulf Islands National Seashore
National Seashore
Millions of visitors are drawn to the Gulf of America for Gulf Islands National Seashore's emerald coast waters, magnificent white beaches, fertile marshes and historical landscapes. Come explore with...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
$25
near mile 6.8
Park Closure: Fort Pickens Campground Restroom A Loop Closure
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with a significant 92% of the route utilizing major roadways like I-10. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 176.6 miles on I-10, which means consistent speeds and straightforward navigation. While most of the journey is on the interstate, the inclusion of Avalon Boulevard and Gulf Breeze Parkway offers slight variations in the driving experience before you reach your destination. This highway-centric profile suggests a drive where efficiency is key.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 176.6 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Avalon Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Keystone Drive.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 42m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Keystone Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (US 98 / Gulf Breeze Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 15.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
The longest stretch is about 176.6 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.
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: at 0.1 miles (Keystone Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (US 98 / Gulf Breeze Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 15.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Gulf Islands National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Tallahassee, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
