How far is High Springs, FL from Wakulla Springs, FL?
The driving distance from High Springs, FL to Wakulla Springs, FL is about 117.4 miles (188.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 106.1 miles (170.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 22m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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 02h 41m.
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.
City in Taylor County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between High Springs and Wakulla Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between High Springs and Wakulla Springs.
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Start on Northeast 1st Avenue
14 m · 3 sec · Northeast 1st Avenue
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Continue on Northwest 1st Avenue
40.3 mi · 54 min · Northwest 1st Avenue
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Continue on Main Street
30.5 mi · 43 min · Main Street
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Continue straight
37.1 mi · 47 min
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Turn right onto Bloxham Cutoff Road
8.7 mi · 12 min · Bloxham Cutoff Road
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Turn left onto Spring Drive
635 ft · 46 sec · Spring Drive
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Continue on Wakula Park Drive
1311 ft · 2 min · Wakula Park Drive
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Continue on Wakulla Park Drive
2462 ft · 3 min · Wakulla Park Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Wakulla Park Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between High Springs and Wakulla Springs.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Northwest 1st Avenue
Continue on Northwest 1st Avenue
40.3 mi · 00h 54m
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.
Areas Of Fog leaving High Springs and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Wakulla Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from High Springs to Wakulla Springs?
The road trip is about 117.4 miles (188.9 km) and usually takes 02h 41m 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?
Perry is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.6 miles from High Springs and 58.8 miles from Wakulla Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 106.1 miles (170.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.3 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:08 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.87 one way or $31.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog around High Springs and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Wakulla Springs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between High Springs and Wakulla Springs. Straight-line distance: 106.06 mi (170.69 km).
#1 High Springs
City in Alachua County, Florida, United States
| Population | 6,280 |
| Coordinates | 29.8269100, -82.5967800 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wakulla Springs
Wakulla Springs is a place in Florida, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.2341200, -84.3063400 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wakulla Springs (-84.30634, 30.23412)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 189 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
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 | $3.83 | $15.87 | $31.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.32 | $17.88 | $35.77 |
| Premium | $4.66 | $19.30 | $38.61 |
| Diesel | $5.94 | $24.60 | $49.19 |
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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