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Trip from Perry, 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

1h 8m

Distance

51.9 mi

84 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$8

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min
4 AM
1h 3m ★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m

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

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city in Taylor County, Florida, United States

Perry, FL

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Downtown Tallahassee, FL, FL

Tallahassee, FL

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Trip Overview

If you are planning to travel from Perry to Tallahassee, you are looking at a straightforward 51.9-mile trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 8 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a quick day trip, as it connects these two Florida locations without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $9 on fuel for the journey, making it a very budget-friendly transit. By utilizing North Byron Butler Parkway, West Main Street, and Apalachee Parkway, you will stay firmly within the Florida region for the duration of the drive. Whether you are commuting or heading to the state capital for a visit, this efficient path provides a reliable link between the two cities.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
North Byron Butler Parkway 35.3 mi 43m
Apalachee Parkway 16.1 mi 23m
West Main Street 0.4 mi <1m
South Quincy Street <0.1 mi <1m
South Monroe Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: North Byron Butler Parkway — 35.3 mi, about 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on South Quincy Street

103 ft · 9 sec · South Quincy Street
2

Turn left onto West Main Street

0.4 mi · 57 sec · West Main Street
3

Turn right onto US 19; US 27; US 221

35 mi · 43 min · North Byron Butler Parkway
4

Continue on US 27

12 mi · 15 min · Apalachee Parkway
Use the left lane.
5

Continue on US 27

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Apalachee Parkway
6

Continue on US 27

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

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

31 ft · 1 sec · South Monroe Street
8

Arrive at destination

US 27; FL 61

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Monticello, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Monticello, FL

26 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

Monticello, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Monticello, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 25.9 miles from Perry, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Heads-up: tricky spots

3 of 3

3 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 51.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

3
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Main Street

Turn left onto West Main Street

Navigation decision point

3
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 19; US 27; US 221 / North Byron Butler Parkway

Turn right onto US 19; US 27; US 221 / North Byron Butler Parkway

Navigation decision point

5
51.9 mi into trip | ~1h 8m 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

$8.26 one way

$16.52 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 18 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $8.99 $17.97
premium $4.72 $9.65 $19.30
diesel $5.61 $11.46 $22.92

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$8

Estimated CO2 emission: 18.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 15.6 0 $5.45 $2.49
Efficient EV 13 0 $4.54 $2.08
EV Truck/SUV 20.8 0 $7.27 $3.32

Gas CO2

18 kg

EV CO2

6 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 12, 2026

Origin

Perry, FL

Late night in Perry on Sunday

Local time

12:16 AM

EDT

Current temp

87°F

Sunny

S 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 12 at 3:58PM EDT until April 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 12 at 2:27PM EDT until April 13 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Destination

Tallahassee, FL

Late night in Tallahassee on Sunday

Local time

12:16 AM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Sunny

SSE 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 12 at 3:58PM EDT until April 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 12 at 2:27PM EDT until April 13 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

58°F

Monticello, FL

26 mi in

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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 8m 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 highly focused highway experience, as 99 percent of this 51.9-mile journey takes place on major roads. The drive is defined by a significant, uninterrupted 35.3-mile stretch along the North Byron Butler Parkway, which allows for consistent travel speeds. Because the route is almost entirely highway-based, the behind-the-wheel experience is predictable and efficient rather than technical or winding. Transitions between the primary parkways and local streets are minimal, keeping your focus on the road ahead. You will find that the character of the drive remains steady from start to finish, offering a no-nonsense path that prioritizes speed and directness over varied terrain.

99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.3 mi on North Byron Butler Parkway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

1/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on North Byron Butler Parkway and Apalachee Parkway. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Main Street.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Perry, FL to Tallahassee, FL is easy. At 1h 8m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 19; US 27; US 221 / North Byron Butler Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 51.9 miles (US 27; FL 61 / South Monroe Street): Navigation decision point.

About the Cities

Starting in Perry, FL

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Perry is a city in Florida's Big Bend Coast region with a population of 7,000 as of 2010. The county seat of Taylor County, it's named after former governor and Confederate colonel Madison Perry.

Arriving in Tallahassee, FL

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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 1h 8m. Total distance: 51.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 35.3 miles on North Byron Butler Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 19; US 27; US 221 / North Byron Butler Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 51.9 miles (US 27; FL 61 / South Monroe Street): Navigation decision point.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Tallahassee, FL before heading back.

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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