Molino, FL to Tallahassee, FL is 211.2 miles and takes about 4h 2m via I 10 and US 29, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, primarily utilizing the interstate for most of its length. Given its mostly highway profile and manageable duration, it's a straightforward drive suitable for a single day. You'll likely find it to be a practical option for getting from point A to point B without significant detours.
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
105.6 miles from Molino, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
188.4 mi
3h 22m
US 29
16.1 mi
24m
North Monroe Street
3.7 mi
8m
Molino Road
2.2 mi
5m
Brickyard Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Old Palafox Highway
<0.1 mi
<1m
South Monroe Street
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 188.4 mi, about 3h 22m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 56 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,306 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,719
Quietest
2 AM
~141 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.3×
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 Molino, FL and Tallahassee, FL.
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Start on Brickyard Road
504 ft·27 sec·Brickyard Road
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Turn left onto Molino Road
1.5 mi·3 min·Molino Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto CR 95A
22 ft·1 sec·Old Palafox Highway
4
Turn right onto CR 182
0.7 mi·1 min·Molino Road
5
Turn left onto US 29
16 mi·24 min·US 29
6
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·20 sec
7
Merge onto I 10
188 mi·3 hr 22 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi·55 sec
Exit 199Toward US 27: Monroe Street, State CapitolUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
407 ft·8 sec
Exit 199Toward Monroe Street
10
Turn right onto US 27
3.7 mi·8 min·North Monroe Street
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Arrive at destination
US 27; FL 61
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour drive time, leaving Molino in the morning should allow you to reach Tallahassee with plenty of daylight remaining. The route is designed for efficiency, with the longest continuous stretch being 188.4 miles on I 10, so plan your single stop strategically. Consider refueling before you leave Molino or as you approach Tallahassee, as the $33 fuel estimate suggests moderate consumption. Since it's a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart when convenient, but be aware of potential traffic as you enter the Tallahassee area, especially on North Monroe Street.
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 105.6 miles from Molino, FL, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 188.4 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 46 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105.6 miles or 2h 3m 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 16m
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 Molino, 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 Molino, FL
This is one driving day of about 211.2 miles and 4h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Molino, 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 188.4 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 207.4 — 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|Molino Road
Turn left onto Molino Road
Navigation decision point
4
1.6 mi into trip|~3m in|CR 95A / Old Palafox Highway
At end of road, turn left onto CR 95A / Old Palafox Highway
Navigation decision point
5
18.5 mi into trip|~30m 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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206.9 mi into trip|~3h 52m 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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207.4 mi into trip|~3h 53m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Monroe Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 199
Toward Monroe Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.97 one way
$63.94 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg74 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$35.08
$70.16
premium
$4.55
$37.83
$75.67
diesel
$4.80
$39.88
$79.76
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
63.4
0
$22.18
$10.14
Efficient EV
52.8
0
$18.48
$8.45
EV Truck/SUV
84.5
1
$29.57
$13.52
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Molino, FL
Late night
in Molino on Monday
Local time
5:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
N 0 to 5 mph51% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 6:13PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Destination
Tallahassee, FL
Morning
in Tallahassee on Monday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Mostly Clear
SSE 0 to 5 mph58% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 6:13PM 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
2 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
4h 2m 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.
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...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
$25
near mile 21.8
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?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 97% of the route on interstates and major roads. You'll experience a long stretch of 188.4 miles on I 10, which means consistent cruising with fewer interruptions. The transition to surface streets like North Monroe Street in Tallahassee will likely involve a noticeable increase in exits and local traffic as you approach the city center.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 188.4 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US 29. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Molino Road.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 2m drive. You will face about 7 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 (Molino Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (CR 95A / Old Palafox Highway): Navigation decision point; at 18.5 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.
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
The longest stretch is about 188.4 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 18 rest areas or service plazas 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.
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 (Molino Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (CR 95A / Old Palafox Highway): Navigation decision point; at 18.5 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 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Tallahassee, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
