Tallahassee to Three Oaks is 405.2 miles and takes about 7h 24m via I 75 and I 10, with a fuel budget near $64 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, primarily utilizing major interstate highways for a straightforward transit. Expect a largely uninterrupted drive, making it a solid option for a single-day journey if you're looking to cover ground efficiently. Given the high percentage of highway driving, it’s a practical choice for getting from point A to point B without extensive 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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
202.6 miles from Tallahassee, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 44m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
305.2 mi
5h 27m
I 10
86.9 mi
1h 33m
Mahan Drive
6.5 mi
11m
Three Oaks Parkway
1.7 mi
2m
East Tennessee Street
0.6 mi
1m
South Franklin Boulevard
0.5 mi
1m
East Pensacola Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Alico Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 305.2 mi, about 5h 27m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 75 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,554 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,304
Quietest
2 AM
~365 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.7×
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 Tallahassee, FL and Three Oaks, FL.
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Start on US 27; FL 61
181 ft·8 sec·South Monroe Street
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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 CityUse 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 296AToward I-75 South: Tampa
9
Merge onto I 75
161 mi·2 hr 52 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
74 mi·1 hr 19 min·I 75
Toward South I 75: NaplesUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
70 mi·1 hr 15 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi·44 sec
Exit 128Toward CR 840: San Carlos Park, Southwest Florida International AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi·2 min
Toward CR 840: Hertz Arena, San Carlos Park
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·55 sec
Exit 128Toward CR 840: Hertz Arena, San Carlos ParkUse the slight right lane.
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Turn right onto CR 840
0.2 mi·25 sec·Alico Road
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Turn left onto Three Oaks Parkway
1.7 mi·2 min·Three Oaks Parkway
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Arrive at destination
Three Oaks Parkway
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Tallahassee. This allows you to leverage the full daylight hours and reach Three Oaks with plenty of time before dark. With only 2 planned stops, you can either take one longer break or two shorter ones to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel consumption, as the estimated $64 cost is based on consistent highway speeds. The long stretch on I 75 means you'll want to ensure you're fueled up before embarking on that segment.
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 202.6 miles from Tallahassee, FL, or about 3h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 305.2 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 89 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 202.6 miles or 3h 44m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Three Oaks, 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.
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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 405.2 miles and 7h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 89 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 I 75 for about 305.2 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 256.4 and 402.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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256.4 mi into trip|~4h 42m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward South I 75: Naples
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward South I 75: Naples
6
330.7 mi into trip|~6h 1m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
401.1 mi into trip|~7h 17m in
Take the exit toward CR 840: San Carlos Park, Southwest Florida International Airport
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 128
Toward CR 840: San Carlos Park, Southwest Flori...
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401.6 mi into trip|~7h 18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CR 840: Hertz Arena, San Carlos Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CR 840: Hertz Arena, San Carlos Park
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402.8 mi into trip|~7h 20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CR 840: Hertz Arena, San Carlos Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 128
Toward CR 840: Hertz Arena, San Carlos Park
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$64.50 one way
$128.99 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg142 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.41
$70.30
$140.61
premium
$4.74
$75.66
$151.33
diesel
$5.35
$85.35
$170.69
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$65
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$90–$115
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 141.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $43 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
121.6
1
$42.55
$19.45
Efficient EV
101.3
1
$35.46
$16.21
EV Truck/SUV
162.1
2
$56.73
$25.93
Gas CO2
142 kg
EV CO2
47 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 Jun 3, 2026
Origin
Tallahassee, FL
Late night
in Tallahassee on Thursday
Local time
12:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
NE 5 to 10 mph24% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 2 at 9:06PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 2 at 8:52PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Destination
Three Oaks, FL
Late night
in Three Oaks on Thursday
Local time
12:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
NNE 2 to 6 mph30% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 2 at 9:06PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 2 at 8:52PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
7h 24m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
De Soto National Memorial
National Memorial
In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 307.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend 97% of your time on highways, with the vast majority of that on I 75. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 305.2 miles, all on I 75. Mahan Drive marks the beginning of your interstate journey, and you'll transition to surface roads for the final few miles as you approach Three Oaks. Be prepared for a high volume of exits and merges, typical of extensive interstate travel.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 305.2 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 256.4 miles in near I 75.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 405.2 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: at 256.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 330.7 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 401.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 24m. Total distance: 405.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 24m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 305.2 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza 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.
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 Three Oaks, 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. There are 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 256.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 330.7 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 401.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.4 hours each way, a round trip means 14.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Three Oaks, FL before the return drive.
