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Trip from Tampa, FL to Eglin Village, 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 58m

Distance

430.8 mi

693 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$69

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
7h 50m ★
6 AM
7h 59m
8 AM
8h 16m
10 AM
8h 5m
12 PM
8h 3m
3 PM
8h 5m
5 PM
8h 15m
8 PM
7h 53m

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

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Tampa, FL

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Downtown Eglin Village, FL, FL

Eglin Village, FL

Matt Fitz Gibaud

Trip Overview

This 430.8-mile drive from Tampa, Florida, to Eglin Village, Florida, is a substantial undertaking, estimated to take around 7 hours and 58 minutes. It's primarily a highway-focused journey, making it feasible as a single-day trip if you're prepared for a full day behind the wheel. With a projected fuel cost of $69 and two planned stops, you can budget accordingly. This route stays within Florida, so you won't be crossing state lines, but it covers a significant portion of the state's interior and then heads towards the panhandle.

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

215.4 miles from Tampa, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 54m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 10 226.4 mi 4h 2m
I 75 160.3 mi 2h 51m
FL 285 17.6 mi 23m
I 275 17 mi 20m
Eglin Boulevard 2.5 mi 4m
West John Sims Parkway 2.3 mi 4m
2nd Street 0.8 mi 1m
East John Sims Parkway 0.8 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 10 — 226.4 mi, about 4h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Tampa, FL and Eglin Village, FL.

1

Start on FL 60

400 ft · 17 sec · East Kennedy Boulevard
2

Turn right onto North Ashley Drive

0.3 mi · 49 sec · North Ashley Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
3

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward I 275
4

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Toward I 275 North Use the slight right lane.
5

Merge onto I 275

17 mi · 20 min · I 275
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6

Merge onto I 75

160 mi · 2 hr 51 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 15 sec
Exit 435 Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 30 sec
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9

Merge onto I 10

226 mi · 4 hr 2 min · I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Exit 70 Toward FL 285: Niceville, Eglin AFB
11

Turn left onto FL 285

18 mi · 23 min · FL 285
Use the straight lane.
12

Turn right onto FL 20

0.8 mi · 1 min · East John Sims Parkway
13

Continue on FL 20

0.6 mi · 1 min · John Sims Parkway
14

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 397

2.3 mi · 4 min · West John Sims Parkway
15

Keep straight at fork onto South John Sims Parkway

0.1 mi · 14 sec · South John Sims Parkway
16

Continue on Eglin Boulevard

0.8 mi · 1 min · Eglin Boulevard
17

Continue on F Avenue

0.3 mi · 32 sec · F Avenue
18

Keep slight left at fork onto 2nd Street

0.8 mi · 1 min · 2nd Street
19

Turn straight onto Eglin Boulevard

1.6 mi · 2 min · Eglin Boulevard
20

Turn left onto Gaffney Road

0.2 mi · 46 sec · Gaffney Road
21

Continue on Hatchee Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · Hatchee Road
22

Turn left onto Nakina Drive

195 ft · 8 sec · Nakina Drive
23

Arrive at destination

Nakina Drive

Trip Plan

To best tackle this 7-hour, 58-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Tampa to maximize daylight hours. With 430.8 miles to cover, planning for two stops is wise for stretching and refueling. The significant 226.4-mile stretch on I-10 means you'll want to ensure you have ample fuel before embarking on that segment. While it's manageable in one day, being on the road for nearly 8 hours requires focus, so stay alert and take breaks as needed.

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 215.4 miles from Tampa, FL, or about 3h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 226.4 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 95 miles or 1h 45m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 215.4 miles or 3h 54m 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 41m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Tampa, 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 Tampa, FL

This is one driving day of about 430.8 miles and 7h 58m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 95 miles from Tampa, 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 10 for about 226.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Taylor County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Perry, FL

215 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

Bushnell, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 95 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Perry, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 215.4 miles from Tampa, 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 226.4 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

Retro House Coffee Bar & Asian Bistro

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

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

Hours: 7:30 am–9 pm

+18138125025

Visit website

Starbucks

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Tallahassee, Florida

1.7 mi

Krispy Kreme

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Tallahassee, Florida

1.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

The Lab Coffee - West Tampa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

7 Brew Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

1.3 mi

Elevation Coffee Heights

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

1 mi

Retro House Coffee Bar & Asian Bistro

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

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

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–9 pm

+18138125025

Visit website

Starbucks

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 277

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+18505621373

Visit website

Krispy Kreme

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 277

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 6 am–11 pm

+18503856038

Visit website

Maple Street Biscuit Company

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 277

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18503919512

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 277

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 4:30 am–8 pm

+18503862417

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 277

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+18504252641

Visit website

WestEnd Square

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 277

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+15168691240

Visit website

🏆 The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 92.3

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13524219810

Visit website

The Lab Coffee - West Tampa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

7 Brew Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 277

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 5:30 am–10 pm

+14793589274

Visit website

Elevation Coffee Heights

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

Visit website

DI Coffee Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18139155998

Visit website

22nd Street Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18133040373

Visit website

7 Brew Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 277

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 5:30 am–10 pm

+14793589274

Visit website

Anime Garage Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 277

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14482303794

Visit website

Donut Kingdom

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 277

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+18502221080

Visit website

EVPassport Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 277

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19292971722

Visit website

Flying J EV Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 30.8

San Antonio, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13525885444

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 92.3

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 92.3

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 277

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 277

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 123.1

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 277

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Magic Carpet Glide

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+18136379797

Visit website

Perry Harvey Sr. Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18132748615

Visit website

The Florida Aquarium

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18132734000

Visit website

Iconic Tampa Bay

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+18132183498

Visit website

Scott Springs Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 92.3

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+13523685517

Visit website

Lake Jackson Mounds State Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 277

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+18509226007

Visit website

Mission San Luis

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 277

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18502456406

Visit website

Tomahawks 51

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 277

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Closed

+18509996339

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 404.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Ashley Drive

Turn right onto North Ashley Drive

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
8
0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 275 North

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 275 North
8
178.1 mi into trip | ~3h 14m in

Take the exit toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee

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 435 Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
8
178.2 mi into trip | ~3h 14m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Tallahassee

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
6
404.9 mi into trip | ~7h 17m in

Take the exit toward FL 285: Niceville, Eglin AFB

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

Exit 70 Toward FL 285: Niceville, Eglin AFB

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$68.57 one way

$137.14 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 151 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $74.59 $149.19
premium $4.72 $80.11 $160.21
diesel $5.61 $95.12 $190.23

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$69

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$94–$119

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 150.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $45 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 129.2 1 $45.23 $20.68
Efficient EV 107.7 1 $37.70 $17.23
EV Truck/SUV 172.3 2 $60.31 $27.57

Gas CO2

151 kg

EV CO2

50 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 15, 2026

Origin

Tampa, FL

Night in Tampa on Saturday

Local time

10:52 PM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Eglin Village, FL

Night in Eglin Village on Saturday

Local time

9:52 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

81°F

Perry, FL

215 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

1 hour earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

5 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 58m 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 99% of this 430.8-mile trip. The majority of your time will be spent on major interstates, including I-75 and I-10, before transitioning to FL 285. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a considerable 226.4 miles on I-10, so settle in for some sustained driving. While this profile suggests minimal deviation from high-speed travel, be aware of the potential for monotonous stretches characteristic of long interstate segments.

99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 226.4 mi on I 10.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Ashley Drive.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 430.8 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: at 0.1 miles (North Ashley Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 178.1 miles: 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 Tampa, FL and Eglin Village, FL, road signs point toward Tallahassee and Eglin Afb.

Tallahassee

178.1 mi in | ~3h 14m

Eglin Afb

404.9 mi in | ~7h 17m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 58m. Total distance: 430.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 58m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 226.4 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 Eglin Village, 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.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Ashley Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 178.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Eglin Village, 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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