How far is Dunnellon, FL from Tallahassee, FL?
The driving distance from Dunnellon, FL to Tallahassee, FL is about 159.8 miles (257.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 145.3 miles (233.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 38m 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 49m.
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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Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dunnellon and Tallahassee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dunnellon and Tallahassee.
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Start on the route
62 m · 20 sec
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Turn left onto East Pennsylvania Avenue
72 m · 7 sec · East Pennsylvania Avenue
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Continue on West Pennsylvania Avenue
1313 ft · 30 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 Dunnellon 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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Dunnellon and Mostly Clear near Tallahassee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dunnellon to Tallahassee?
The road trip is about 159.8 miles (257.2 km) and usually takes 02h 49m 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 79.8 miles from Dunnellon and 80 miles from Tallahassee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 145.3 miles (233.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.5 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 12:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.39 one way or $46.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Dunnellon and Mostly Clear near Tallahassee.
Stop Ideas Near Cross City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Cross City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dunnellon and Tallahassee. Straight-line distance: 145.36 mi (233.93 km).
#1 Dunnellon
City in Marion County, Florida, United States of America
| Population | 1,867 |
| Coordinates | 29.0491400, -82.4609300 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| 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: 257 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 59m |
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 | $23.39 | $46.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $25.92 | $51.84 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $27.61 | $55.23 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $24.53 | $49.07 |
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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