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Trip from Tallahassee, FL to Astor, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 17m

Distance

217.6 mi

350 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$35

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 4m ★
6 AM
4h 17m
8 AM
4h 44m
10 AM
4h 26m
12 PM
4h 24m
3 PM
4h 28m
5 PM
4h 42m
8 PM
4h 9m

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

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Downtown Tallahassee, FL, FL

Tallahassee, FL

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census designated place in Lake County, Florida, United States

Astor, FL

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Trip Overview

This 217.6-mile journey from Tallahassee to Astor, Florida, is designed for a single day of travel, estimated to take about 4 hours and 17 minutes. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, with a 0% highway share, suggesting a more intimate exploration of the landscape. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $36, making it an economical option. This drive is characterized by frequent turns, so be prepared for a dynamic route rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. It's a good choice if you prefer a more hands-on driving experience and don't mind managing navigation closely.

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

108.8 miles from Tallahassee, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 4m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 10 86.9 mi 1h 33m
I 75 77.4 mi 1h 22m
Fort Brooks Road 32.2 mi 45m
Northeast 70th Street 7.6 mi 10m
Mahan Drive 6.5 mi 11m
Northwest 70th Street 2.4 mi 3m
FL 326 1.2 mi 1m
East Tennessee Street 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 10 — 86.9 mi, about 1h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on US 27; FL 61

181 ft · 8 sec · South Monroe Street
2

Turn right onto East Pensacola Street

0.3 mi · 46 sec · East Pensacola Street
3

Turn left onto CR 1555

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Franklin Boulevard
4

Turn right onto US 90

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Tennessee Street
5

Continue on US 90

6.5 mi · 11 min · Mahan Drive
Use the left lane.
6

Take the ramp

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 10 East: Lake City Use the slight right lane.
7

Merge onto I 10

87 mi · 1 hr 33 min · I 10
8

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 37 sec
Exit 296A Toward I-75 South: Tampa
9

Merge onto I 75

77 mi · 1 hr 22 min · I 75
Use the straight lane.
10

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 55 sec
Exit 358 Toward FL 326
11

Keep slight left at fork

177 ft · 11 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
12

Turn left onto SR 326

0.2 mi · 24 sec · SR 326
Use the straight / left lanes.
13

Continue on FL 326

1.2 mi · 1 min · FL 326
Use the straight lane.
14

Continue on FL 326

2.4 mi · 3 min · Northwest 70th Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
15

Continue on FL 326

7.6 mi · 10 min · Northeast 70th Street
16

At end of road, turn left onto FL 40

32 mi · 45 min · Fort Brooks Road
17

Turn right onto Butler Street

0.2 mi · 57 sec · Butler Street
18

Turn right onto Claire Street

97 ft · 10 sec · Claire Street
19

Turn left

57 ft · 4 sec
20

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour and 17-minute duration and the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, starting your trip from Tallahassee in the morning is advisable to allow ample time for navigation and potential unforeseen delays. The $36 fuel cost is budget-friendly, but ensure you have a full tank before departing, as the route primarily uses local roads. With only one suggested stop and a dynamic driving experience, plan your breaks strategically to stay alert. Pay close attention to your GPS, especially when navigating through the numerous turns that define this 217.6-mile route to Astor.

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 108.8 miles from Tallahassee, FL, or about 2h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.9 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 48 miles or 58m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 108.8 miles or 2h 4m 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 21m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Astor, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Tallahassee, 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 Tallahassee, FL

This is one driving day of about 217.6 miles and 4h 17m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Tallahassee, 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 86.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Gainesville, FL

109 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

Perry, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lake City, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 108.8 miles from Tallahassee, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.9 miles.

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 173.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Pensacola Street

Turn right onto East Pensacola Street

Navigation decision point

5
7.9 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the ramp toward I 10 East: Lake City

Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 10 East: Lake City
5
95.5 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in

Take the exit toward I-75 South: Tampa

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 296A Toward I-75 South: Tampa
6
173.7 mi into trip | ~3h 14m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.
6
173.8 mi into trip | ~3h 14m in | SR 326

Turn left onto SR 326

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$34.64 one way

$69.27 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 76 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $37.68 $75.35
premium $4.72 $40.46 $80.92
diesel $5.61 $48.04 $96.09

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$35

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$60–$85

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 76.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 65.3 0 $22.85 $10.44
Efficient EV 54.4 0 $19.04 $8.70
EV Truck/SUV 87 1 $30.46 $13.93

Gas CO2

76 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Tallahassee, FL

Late night in Tallahassee on Sunday

Local time

3:46 AM

EDT

Current temp

86°F

Sunny

S 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 14 at 12:29PM EDT until April 15 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 14 at 3:52AM EDT until April 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Destination

Astor, FL

Late night in Astor on Sunday

Local time

3:46 AM

EDT

Current temp

56°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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

30 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 17m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for the entirety of this 217.6-mile route, as indicated by its 0% highway share. This means you won't encounter long stretches of high-speed highway; instead, your journey will be marked by frequent changes in direction, demanding your attention. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests you'll be navigating through towns and connecting local roads consistently. This character makes the drive feel more engaged and less like a monotonous interstate cruise, offering a more varied experience behind the wheel.

76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.9 mi on I 10.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and I 75. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Pensacola Street.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 217.6 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Pensacola Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 95.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

About the Cities

Starting 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 4h 17m. Total distance: 217.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 86.9 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.

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 Astor, 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.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Pensacola Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 95.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Astor, 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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