How far is Crestview, FL from Tallahassee, FL?

The driving distance from Crestview, FL to Tallahassee, FL is about 147.3 miles (237.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 16m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 138 miles (222.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
147.31 mi
02h 16m
Flight
138 mi
222.09 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
138 mi
Kilometers
222.09 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
147.31 mi
Kilometers
237.08 km
Drive Time
02h 16m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 16m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Tallahassee
Thu, Apr 23, 4:48 AM EDT
Return by in Crestview
Thu, Apr 23, 6:04 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Crestview
2026-04-23T01:31
Arrive Tallahassee
Thu, Apr 23, 3:48 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 16m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
11:16 AM to 1:16 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:58 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Crestview
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Cottondale
FL

Town in Florida, United States

From Crestview
74.6 mi
01h 08m
To Tallahassee
72.8 mi
01h 08m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SE
Destination
85°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Crestview and Tallahassee.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Crestview and Tallahassee.

  1. 1

    Start on North Ferdon Boulevard

    2.7 mi · 5 min · North Ferdon Boulevard

  2. 2

    Turn left onto I 10 East: Tallahassee

    2335 ft · 59 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left

    141.9 mi · 2 hr 32 min

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward US 27: Monroe Street, State Capitol

    2580 ft · 55 sec

  5. 5

    Keep slight right to continue on Monroe Street

    124 m · 9 sec

  6. 6

    Turn right onto North Monroe Street

    3.7 mi · 9 min · North Monroe Street

  7. 7

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Monroe Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Crestview and Tallahassee.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
7 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
4.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 10 East
142 mi · 97%
North Monroe Street
3.71 mi · 3%
North Ferdon Boulevard
2.73 mi · 2%
US 27
0.49 mi
Monroe Street
0.08 mi
Longest Stretch

I 10 East

Merge slight left

142 mi · 02h 32m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 16m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.3 mi
138 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Cottondale
01h 08m from Crestview
Leave By
1:58 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Crestview and Sunny near Tallahassee.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Crestview to Tallahassee?

The road trip is about 147.3 miles (237.1 km) and usually takes 02h 16m 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?

Cottondale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.6 miles from Crestview and 72.8 miles from Tallahassee.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 138 miles (222.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.3 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:58 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.57 one way or $43.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.2 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Crestview and Tallahassee, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Crestview and Sunny near Tallahassee.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Crestview and Tallahassee. Straight-line distance: 138 mi (222.09 km).

Crestview

#1 Crestview

City in Florida, United States

Population25,663
Coordinates30.7621300, -86.5705100
Altitude72
CountryUnited States
Tallahassee

#2 Tallahassee

The capital of Florida.

Population196,326
Coordinates30.4382600, -84.2807300
Altitude62
CountryUnited States
Start: North Ferdon Boulevard (-86.570585, 30.76216)
End: South Monroe Street (-84.280628, 30.438261)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 237 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 54m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 40m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 56m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 27m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 06m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 50m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.2 gal
19.68 L · about $21.57
Round trip
$43.14
10.4 gal · 39.36 L
Estimated CO2
46.2 kg one way
Round trip: 92.4 kg / 204 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.15 $21.57 $43.14
Mid-grade $4.60 $23.90 $47.80
Premium $4.90 $25.46 $50.92
Diesel $4.35 $22.62 $45.24

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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Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Crestview, FL and Tallahassee, FL. The current time in Crestview is 01:31:47, although it is 02:31:47 in Tallahassee.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.