How far is Citrus Springs, FL from Tallahassee, FL?
The driving distance from Citrus Springs, FL to Tallahassee, FL is about 164.3 miles (264.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 147.3 miles (237.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 56m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Citrus Springs and Tallahassee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Citrus Springs and Tallahassee.
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Start on North Greco Terrace
148 m · 23 sec · North Greco Terrace
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Turn right onto North Citrus Springs Boulevard
1.5 mi · 4 min · North Citrus Springs Boulevard
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Turn left onto Florida Avenue
2.8 mi · 4 min · Florida Avenue
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Turn left onto Datesman Avenue
790 ft · 40 sec · Datesman Avenue
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Turn left onto West Pennsylvania Avenue
106 m · 9 sec · West Pennsylvania Avenue
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Turn right onto Cedar Street
2166 ft · 43 sec · Cedar Street
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Continue on County Road 40
3.6 mi · 6 min · County Road 40
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Turn right
10.7 mi · 19 min
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Merge slight left
115.5 mi · 2 hr 25 min
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Continue straight
13 mi · 16 min
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Continue on Apalachee Parkway
11.8 mi · 16 min · Apalachee Parkway
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Continue on Apalachee Parkway
842 ft · 18 sec · Apalachee Parkway
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Continue on Apalachee Parkway
4.2 mi · 8 min · Apalachee Parkway
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Monroe Street
9 m · 1 sec · 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 Citrus Springs 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.
County Road 40
Merge slight left
116 mi · 02h 25m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Citrus Springs and Mostly Sunny near Tallahassee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Citrus Springs to Tallahassee?
The road trip is about 164.3 miles (264.4 km) and usually takes 02h 58m 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?
Cross City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82 miles from Citrus Springs and 82.3 miles from Tallahassee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 147.3 miles (237.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 17 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 12:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.06 one way or $48.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Citrus Springs and Mostly Sunny near Tallahassee.
Stop Ideas Near Cross City
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Citrus Springs and Tallahassee. Straight-line distance: 147.33 mi (237.1 km).
#1 Citrus Springs
Census designated place
| Population | 8,622 |
| Coordinates | 28.9974800, -82.4706500 |
| Altitude | 29 |
| 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: 264 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.15 | $24.06 | $48.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $26.66 | $53.31 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $28.40 | $56.79 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $25.23 | $50.46 |
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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