How far is Carrabelle, FL from Tallahassee, FL?
The driving distance from Carrabelle, FL to Tallahassee, FL is about 54.1 miles (87 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.5 miles (74.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 10m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Wakulla County, Florida, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Carrabelle and Tallahassee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carrabelle and Tallahassee.
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Start on Tallahassee Street
788 ft · 18 sec · Tallahassee Street
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Turn left
20.6 mi · 30 min
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Continue on Sopchoppy Highway
6.6 mi · 10 min · Sopchoppy Highway
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Turn left onto Coastal Highway
1.7 mi · 3 min · Coastal Highway
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Turn left onto Crawfordville Highway
14.2 mi · 21 min · Crawfordville Highway
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Continue on Crawfordville Road
7.8 mi · 12 min · Crawfordville Road
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Continue on South Adams Street
1.9 mi · 4 min · South Adams Street
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Turn right onto East Palmer Avenue
120 m · 18 sec · East Palmer Avenue
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Turn left onto South Monroe Street
1.2 km · 2 min · South Monroe Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Monroe Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Carrabelle and Tallahassee.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
20.6 mi · 00h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny leaving Carrabelle and Mostly Cloudy near Tallahassee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Carrabelle to Tallahassee?
The road trip is about 54.1 miles (87 km) and usually takes 01h 10m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sopchoppy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27 miles from Carrabelle and 27.1 miles from Tallahassee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.5 miles (74.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.92 one way or $15.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Carrabelle and Mostly Cloudy near Tallahassee.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Carrabelle and Tallahassee. Straight-line distance: 46.47 mi (74.78 km).
#1 Carrabelle
City in Florida, United States
| Population | 2,832 |
| Coordinates | 29.8532600, -84.6643500 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tallahassee
The capital of Florida.
| Population | 196,326 |
| Coordinates | 30.4382600, -84.2807300 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Monroe Street (-84.280628, 30.438261)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $7.92 | $15.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $8.78 | $17.56 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $9.35 | $18.70 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $8.31 | $16.62 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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