How far is Laguna Beach, FL from Tallahassee, FL?
The driving distance from Laguna Beach, FL to Tallahassee, FL is about 117.7 miles (189.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.9 miles (159.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 14m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Laguna Beach and Tallahassee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laguna Beach and Tallahassee.
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Start on the route
43 m · 12 sec
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Turn right onto West Toledo Place
1989 ft · 57 sec · West Toledo Place
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Turn right onto Panama City Beach Parkway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Panama City Beach Parkway
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Turn left onto North Arnold Road
4.3 mi · 6 min · North Arnold Road
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Continue on Bay
1.6 km · 2 min · Bay
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Turn right onto Connector Road
3.5 mi · 5 min · Connector Road
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Turn right onto Don Johnson Memorial Highway
1.2 km · 1 min · Don Johnson Memorial Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Don Johnson Memorial Highway
37 m · 5 sec · Don Johnson Memorial Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Don Johnson Memorial Highway
8.1 mi · 10 min · Don Johnson Memorial Highway
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Turn left
8 mi · 10 min
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Turn right
83.3 mi · 1 hr 53 min
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Continue on West Pensacola Street
2.9 mi · 5 min · West Pensacola Street
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Turn right onto Stadium Drive
2778 ft · 1 min · Stadium Drive
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Turn left onto Varsity Drive
846 ft · 25 sec · Varsity Drive
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Turn right onto West Saint Augustine Street
1.2 km · 2 min · West Saint Augustine Street
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Continue on West Madison Street
2438 ft · 1 min · West Madison Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Monroe Street
635 ft · 33 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 Laguna Beach 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 right
83.3 mi · 01h 53m
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 Laguna Beach and Areas Of Fog near Tallahassee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Laguna Beach to Tallahassee?
The road trip is about 117.7 miles (189.4 km) and usually takes 02h 14m 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?
Blountstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.2 miles from Laguna Beach and 59.5 miles from Tallahassee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.9 miles (159.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.8 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:00 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.91 one way or $31.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Laguna Beach and Tallahassee, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Laguna Beach and Areas Of Fog near Tallahassee.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Laguna Beach and Tallahassee. Straight-line distance: 98.95 mi (159.25 km).
#1 Laguna Beach
Laguna Beach is a place in Florida, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.2396500, -85.9241000 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| 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: 189 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
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 | $15.91 | $31.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.32 | $17.93 | $35.86 |
| Premium | $4.66 | $19.35 | $38.70 |
| Diesel | $5.94 | $24.66 | $49.31 |
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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