Trip from Tallahassee, FL to White City, 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 47m

Distance

366.5 mi

590 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$58

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

6h 36m ★

6 AM

6h 47m

8 AM

7h 11m

10 AM

6h 56m

12 PM

6h 53m

3 PM

6h 57m

5 PM

7h 10m

8 PM

6h 40m

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

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White City, FL

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Trip Overview

This 366.5-mile drive from Tallahassee to White City, Florida, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 6 hours and 47 minutes. Predominantly a highway-focused journey, 95% of the route utilizes major interstates like I-75 and I-10, culminating on Florida's Turnpike. With a projected fuel cost of around $58, this trip is efficient for travelers seeking a direct path across the state. While it's a manageable day trip, the longest stretch without a major road change is 155.6 miles, so planning at least one stop is advisable. This highway-centric route offers a straightforward way to get from North Florida to the southern part of the 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

183.3 miles from Tallahassee, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 23m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Florida's Turnpike	155.6 mi	2h 46m
I 75	107.2 mi	1h 54m
I 10	86.9 mi	1h 33m
Mahan Drive	6.5 mi	11m
Selvitz Road	2.3 mi	4m
West Midway Road	2.1 mi	3m
Edwards Road	1 mi	1m
Okeechobee Road	0.9 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 155.6 mi, about 2h 46m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Tallahassee, FL and White City, 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

156 mi · 2 hr 46 min · Florida's Turnpike

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

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 152 Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Okeechobee

Keep slight right at fork

214 ft · 5 sec

Toward FL 70 East: Fort Pierce

Merge onto FL 70

0.9 mi · 1 min · Okeechobee Road

Turn slight right

501 ft · 18 sec

Turn straight onto CR 611

0.7 mi · 1 min · South Jenkins Road

Turn left onto CR 611

1.0 mi · 1 min · Edwards Road

Turn right onto CR 611B

2.3 mi · 4 min · Selvitz Road

Turn left onto CR 712

2.1 mi · 3 min · West Midway Road

Turn right

68 ft · 7 sec

Turn right

253 ft · 18 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour, 47-minute duration, this route is best tackled as a single-day trip, and starting early will give you ample daylight. The longest stretch is over 155 miles on Florida's Turnpike, so be sure to refuel before entering that segment to avoid any inconvenience. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in timing, but consider breaking up the drive around the halfway point to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during that extended period on the Turnpike, as services can be spaced out.

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 183.3 miles from Tallahassee, FL, or about 3h 23m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 155.6 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 81 miles or 1h 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 183.3 miles or 3h 23m 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 36m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near White City, 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 366.5 miles and 6h 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 81 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 155.6 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

183 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 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Citra, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 183.3 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 155.6 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

Argonaut Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

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

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

Visit website

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

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

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

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+14482302356

Visit website

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 130.9

Alachua, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 104.7

Lake City, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 209.4

Wildwood, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 235.6

Clermont, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 104.7

Lake City, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 235.6

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

Scott Springs Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 183.3

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+13523685517

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 358.6 — 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

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

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

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

358.6 mi into trip | ~6h 31m in

Take the exit toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Okeechobee

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

Exit 152 Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Okeechobee

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$58.34 one way

$116.67 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 128 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$63.46	$126.92
premium	$4.72	$68.15	$136.30
diesel	$5.61	$80.92	$161.84

Estimated Tolls: $10.89

Florida's Turnpike (155.6 mi) $10.89

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

$58

Tolls

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$94–$119

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 128.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	110	1	$38.48	$17.59
Efficient EV	91.6	1	$32.07	$14.66
EV Truck/SUV	146.6	1	$51.31	$23.46

Gas CO2

128 kg

EV CO2

43 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 15, 2026

Origin

Tallahassee, FL

Late night in Tallahassee on Sunday

Local time

12:26 AM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

White City, FL

Late night in White City on Sunday

Local time

12:26 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

18 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 47m 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 highway-focused experience for the majority of this journey, with 95% of the route on major interstates. You'll spend considerable time on I-10 and I-75 before transitioning to Florida's Turnpike. The drive includes a significant uninterrupted segment of 155.6 miles on Florida's Turnpike, meaning you'll have long stretches where the road ahead is primarily fast-paced highway. This profile suggests a route optimized for steady progress rather than varied scenery, making it a drive where maintaining highway speeds is key.

95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

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

Longest single stretch: 155.6 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 14 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 366.5 miles you will encounter 14 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.

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 White City, 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 47m. Total distance: 366.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 47m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 155.6 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $10.89 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 White City, 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 6.8 hours each way, a round trip means 13.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at White City, 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 White City, 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

Ellianos Coffee

Honest Living Tea House

Lucky Goat Coffee

La Florida Coffee & Wine

Argonaut Coffee

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

Doxa Coffee Co.

Ground Ops Roastery + Bakehouse

Lucky Goat Coffee

RedEye Coffee - Midtown

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Cascades Park

Goodies Eatery

White Gator Swamp

Capital Cascades Trail Park

Tomahawks 51

Kavakaze

Mission San Luis

Scott Springs Park

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Tallahassee, FL

White City, FL

Same local time

18 degrees cooler at arrival

6h 47m 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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