Trip from Tallahassee, FL to River Park, FL

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

Drive Time

6h 52m

Distance

373.3 mi

601 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$59

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

6h 41m ★

6 AM

6h 53m

8 AM

7h 16m

10 AM

7h 1m

12 PM

6h 58m

3 PM

7h 2m

5 PM

7h 15m

8 PM

6h 46m

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

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Trip Overview

This 373.3-mile drive from Tallahassee to River Park, Florida, is best tackled in a single day, taking approximately 6 hours and 52 minutes. With 96% of the journey on highways, it's a focused, efficient trip. You'll primarily be on Florida's Turnpike, I-75, and I-10, making for a straightforward navigation experience. The estimated fuel cost for this leg is around $59. Given its duration and highway-focused profile, this route is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. It’s a practical choice for moving between different parts of the Sunshine State.

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

186.6 miles from Tallahassee, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 27m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Florida's Turnpike	165.2 mi	2h 57m
I 75	107.2 mi	1h 54m
I 10	86.9 mi	1h 33m
Mahan Drive	6.5 mi	11m
Southeast Airoso Boulevard	2.9 mi	5m
Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard	0.8 mi	1m
East Tennessee Street	0.6 mi	1m
South Franklin Boulevard	0.5 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 165.2 mi, about 2h 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Tallahassee, FL and River Park, 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

165 mi · 2 hr 57 min · Florida's Turnpike

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

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 2 min

Exit 142 Toward Port Saint Lucie

Continue on Southwest Bayshore Boulevard

483 ft · 15 sec · Southwest Bayshore Boulevard

Turn right onto FL 716

0.8 mi · 1 min · Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto CR 615

2.9 mi · 5 min · Southeast Airoso Boulevard

Use the left / uturn lanes.

Turn right onto Southeast Lucero Drive

286 ft · 17 sec · Southeast Lucero Drive

Turn left onto Southeast Solaz Avenue

273 ft · 14 sec · Southeast Solaz Avenue

Turn right onto Southeast Castana Court

456 ft · 20 sec · Southeast Castana Court

Arrive at destination

Southeast Castana Court

Trip Plan

For this roughly 7-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Tallahassee to maximize your daylight hours and allow for a comfortable pace. The route is primarily highway, so plan for your single recommended stop strategically, perhaps around the halfway mark or where you feel a break is most needed. With a fuel cost estimate of $59, be sure your tank is full before leaving, and keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the 165.2-mile stretch on Florida's Turnpike. This is a drive where staying alert and having a playlist ready will be your best companions.

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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 186.6 miles from Tallahassee, FL, or about 3h 27m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 165.2 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 82 miles or 1h 35m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 186.6 miles or 3h 27m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 43m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near River Park, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Tallahassee, FL

This is one driving day of about 373.3 miles and 6h 52m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 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 Florida's Turnpike for about 165.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Lake County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Clermont, FL

187 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 82 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Citra, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 186.6 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 Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 165.2 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

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 213.3

Wildwood, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 133.3

Alachua, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 80

Live Oak, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

FPL EVolution Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 80

Live Oak, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 240

Clermont, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

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

Secrets Escape Rooms - Tallahassee

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 12–9 pm

+18505366529

Visit website

Escape Room PSL

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 373.3

Port St. Lucie, Florida

Hours: 4–10:30 pm

+17726266655

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 370.2 — 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

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

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

369.3 mi into trip | ~6h 44m in | FL 716 / Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard

Turn right onto FL 716 / Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

370.2 mi into trip | ~6h 46m in | CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard

Turn left onto CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / uturn lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$59.42 one way

$118.84 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 131 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$64.64	$129.27
premium	$4.72	$69.41	$138.83
diesel	$5.61	$82.42	$164.84

Estimated Tolls: $11.56

Florida's Turnpike (165.2 mi) $11.56

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

$59

Tolls

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$96–$121

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 130.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	112	1	$39.20	$17.92
Efficient EV	93.3	1	$32.66	$14.93
EV Truck/SUV	149.3	1	$52.26	$23.89

Gas CO2

131 kg

EV CO2

44 kg (66% 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

3:48 AM

EDT

Current temp

88°F

Sunny

S 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:40AM EDT until April 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:00AM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Destination

River Park, FL

Late night in River Park on Sunday

Local time

3:48 AM

EDT

Current temp

63°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

25 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

6h 52m 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 experience on this 373.3-mile journey, with 96% of the drive utilizing major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 165.2 miles along Florida's Turnpike. This means you'll be spending most of your time on fast-paced, multi-lane roads, ideal for covering ground efficiently. While it's a highway-centric route, the change between Florida's Turnpike, I-75, and I-10 will offer some variation in the road's immediate surroundings as you progress through the state.

96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

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

Longest single stretch: 165.2 mi on Florida's Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike 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 373.3 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 203 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 River Park, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.

Florida's Turnpike South

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

Orlando

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

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 6h 52m. Total distance: 373.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 52m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 165.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $11.56 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 River Park, 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.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.9 hours each way, a round trip means 13.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at River Park, 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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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

Prairie House Coffee Co

Ground Ops Roastery + Bakehouse

Lucky Goat Coffee

RedEye Coffee - Midtown

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

FPL EVolution Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Cascades Park

Goodies Eatery

Capital Cascades Trail Park

Tomahawks 51

Kavakaze

Mission San Luis

Secrets Escape Rooms - Tallahassee

Escape Room PSL

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Tallahassee, FL

River Park, FL

Same local time

25 degrees cooler at arrival

6h 52m 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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