Trip from Tallahassee, FL to Hendry County, FL

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

Drive Time

7h 59m

Distance

395.8 mi

637 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$63

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min

4 AM

7h 51m ★

6 AM

8h 0m

8 AM

8h 17m

10 AM

8h 6m

12 PM

8h 4m

3 PM

8h 6m

5 PM

8h 16m

8 PM

7h 54m

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

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Tallahassee, FL

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county in Florida, United States of America

Hendry County, FL

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Trip Overview

This 395.8-mile drive from Tallahassee, FL to Hendry County, FL is designed as a single-day adventure, estimated to take just under 8 hours. You'll primarily be navigating major highways, with 92% of the journey on interstates and US routes like US 27, I-75, and I-10. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $63, making it a budget-friendly option for a Florida-to-Florida excursion. With two planned stops, you can break up the journey comfortably. This route offers a straightforward, highway-focused experience across the heart of Florida.

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

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

197.9 miles from Tallahassee, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 39m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 27	140.1 mi	3h 3m
I 75	107.2 mi	1h 54m
I 10	86.9 mi	1h 33m
Florida's Turnpike	29.2 mi	31m
Sam Jones Trail	9.8 mi	16m
Mahan Drive	6.5 mi	11m
North Devil's Garden Road	3.9 mi	6m
FL 80	2.6 mi	3m

Longest stretch: US 27 — 140.1 mi, about 3h 3m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on US 27; FL 61

181 ft · 8 sec · South Monroe Street

Turn right onto East Pensacola Street

0.3 mi · 46 sec · East Pensacola Street

Turn left onto CR 1555

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Franklin Boulevard

Turn right onto US 90

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Tennessee Street

Continue on US 90

6.5 mi · 11 min · Mahan Drive

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward I 10 East: Lake City Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 10

87 mi · 1 hr 33 min · I 10

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 37 sec

Exit 296A Toward I-75 South: Tampa

Merge onto I 75

107 mi · 1 hr 54 min · I 75

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike

29 mi · 31 min · Florida's Turnpike

Exit 328 Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando Use the slight left / straight lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec

Exit 278 Toward Minneola Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn right onto North Hancock Road

2.4 mi · 3 min · North Hancock Road

Use the right lane.

Turn right onto North Ridge Boulevard

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Ridge Boulevard

Turn left onto Citrus Tower Boulevard

2.5 mi · 4 min · Citrus Tower Boulevard

Use the right lane.

Continue on Citrus Tower Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Citrus Tower Road

Turn left onto US 27

0.4 mi · 45 sec · US 27

Continue on US 27

11 mi · 14 min · US 27

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 27

13 mi · 18 min · US 27

Use the right lane.

Continue on US 27

0.4 mi · 36 sec · US 27

Continue on US 27

0.2 mi · 18 sec · US 27

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 27

2.7 mi · 3 min · US 27

Continue on US 27

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 27

Continue on US 27

39 mi · 50 min · US 27

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 27; US 98

10 mi · 14 min · US 27; US 98

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 27; US 98

55 mi · 1 hr 7 min · US 27; US 98

Use the left lane.

Merge onto US 27; FL 78

0.2 mi · 18 sec · US 27; FL 78

Turn slight right

338 ft · 4 sec

Continue on US 27

7.1 mi · 10 min · US 27

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward FL 80 West: La Belle, Fort Myers

Merge onto FL 80

2.6 mi · 3 min · FL 80

Turn left onto CR 833

6.1 mi · 10 min · Sam Jones Trail

Continue on CR 833

3.9 mi · 6 min · North Devil's Garden Road

Continue on CR 833

3.7 mi · 6 min · Sam Jones Trail

Arrive at destination

CR 833

Trip Plan

To make the most of this nearly 8-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Tallahassee to avoid potential traffic and maximize your daylight hours. With two stops recommended, plan one around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel. The longest stretch without a break is over 140 miles on US 27, so be sure to top off your tank before embarking on that segment. Given the highway-focused nature, this trip is well-suited for a single, albeit long, day of travel.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 197.9 miles from Tallahassee, FL, or about 3h 39m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 140.1 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 87 miles or 1h 40m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 197.9 miles or 3h 39m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 37m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Tallahassee, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Tallahassee, FL

This is one driving day of about 395.8 miles and 7h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 87 miles from Tallahassee, FL.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on US 27 for about 140.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Polk County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Eagle Lake, FL

198 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

Live Oak, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 87 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bushnell, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 197.9 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 US 27 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 140.1 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

Catalina Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

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

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18509991559

The Power Plant Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Tallahassee, Florida

0.4 mi

The Sweet Shop Cafe & Lounge

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Tallahassee, Florida

0.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Lucky Goat Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

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

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+18505979737

Visit website

La Florida Coffee & Wine

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

0.2 mi

Argonaut Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

0.3 mi

Catalina Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

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

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18509991559

The Power Plant Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+18505366821

Visit website

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–7 pm

Visit website

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 141.3

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 197.9

Oxford, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13527480449

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 141.3

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 141.3

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Cascades Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18508913866

Visit website

Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 141.3

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+13523955633

Visit website

Goodies Eatery

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+18506813888

Visit website

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium at Santa Fe College

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 141.3

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Closed

+13523955381

Visit website

Capital Cascades Trail Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18508913866

Visit website

Tomahawks 51

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Closed

+18509996339

Visit website

Kavakaze

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+18505659955

Mission San Luis

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18502456406

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 235.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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

Turn right onto East Pensacola Street

Navigation decision point

203 mi into trip | ~3h 45m in | Florida's Turnpike

Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 328 Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando

232.2 mi into trip | ~4h 16m in

Take the exit toward Minneola

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 278 Toward Minneola

232.7 mi into trip | ~4h 17m in | North Hancock Road

Turn right onto North Hancock Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

235.6 mi into trip | ~4h 22m in | Citrus Tower Boulevard

Turn left onto Citrus Tower Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$63.00 one way

$126.00 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 139 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$68.53	$137.07
premium	$4.72	$73.60	$147.19
diesel	$5.61	$87.39	$174.78

Estimated Tolls: $2.04

Florida's Turnpike (29.2 mi) $2.04

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$63

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$90–$115

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 138.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $42 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	118.7	1	$41.56	$19.00
Efficient EV	99	1	$34.63	$15.83
EV Truck/SUV	158.3	1	$55.41	$25.33

Gas CO2

138 kg

EV CO2

46 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

Tallahassee, FL

Late night in Tallahassee on Sunday

Local time

12:25 AM

EDT

Current temp

88°F

Sunny

S 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Destination

Hendry County, FL

Late night in Hendry County on Sunday

Local time

12:25 AM

EDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

62°F

Eagle Lake, FL

198 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

8 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

7h 59m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 92% of the route utilizing major roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 140.1 miles on US 27, offering a substantial period of consistent travel. While much of the drive will be on high-speed interstates, the inclusion of US 27 suggests you'll experience some varied highway environments. This route is characterized by its efficiency, prioritizing getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.

92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 140.1 mi on US 27.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 27 and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Pensacola Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 395.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Pensacola Street): Navigation decision point; at 203 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 232.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Tallahassee, FL and Hendry County, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando and Minneola.

Florida's Turnpike South

203 mi in | ~3h 45m | via Florida's Turnpike

Orlando

203 mi in | ~3h 45m | via Florida's Turnpike

Minneola

232.2 mi in | ~4h 16m

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 7h 59m. Total distance: 395.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 59m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 140.1 miles on US 27. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $2.04 in tolls one way, starting with Florida's Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

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 Hendry County, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Not recommended in a single day. At 8.0 hours each way, a round trip means 16.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Hendry County, FL before the return drive.

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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Trip from Tallahassee, FL to Hendry County, FL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Catalina Cafe

Lucky Goat Coffee

Catalina Cafe

The Power Plant Cafe

The Sweet Shop Cafe & Lounge

Halisi Africa

Starbucks Coffee Company

LeRoc Bistro

Honest Living Tea House

Bruegger's Bagels

Lucky Goat Coffee

La Florida Coffee & Wine

Argonaut Coffee

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

Ground Ops Roastery + Bakehouse

Lucky Goat Coffee

Lake Wales Latte Lounge Coffee and Bookshop

RedEye Coffee - Midtown

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Destination Charger

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Blink Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Cascades Park

Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo

Goodies Eatery

Kika Silva Pla Planetarium at Santa Fe College

Capital Cascades Trail Park

Tomahawks 51

Kavakaze

Mission San Luis

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Tallahassee, FL

Hendry County, FL

Same local time

8 degrees cooler at arrival

7h 59m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Tallahassee, FL

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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