How far is Manatee Road, FL from Tallahassee, FL?
The driving distance from Manatee Road, FL to Tallahassee, FL is about 117.9 miles (189.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 103.8 miles (167.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 10m 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 05m.
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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Manatee Road and Tallahassee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manatee Road and Tallahassee.
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Start on Northwest 85th Avenue
3259 ft · 2 min · Northwest 85th Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Northwest 132 Place
1.2 km · 3 min · Northwest 132 Place
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Northwest 77 Court
1.2 km · 3 min · Northwest 77 Court
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At the end of the road, turn right
63 m · 9 sec
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Continue on Northwest 140th Street
1.1 km · 3 min · Northwest 140th Street
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Turn left
85.7 mi · 1 hr 48 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 Manatee Road 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
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85.7 mi · 01h 48m
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.
Sunny leaving Manatee Road and Sunny near Tallahassee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Manatee Road to Tallahassee?
The road trip is about 117.9 miles (189.7 km) and usually takes 02h 05m 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 58.8 miles from Manatee Road and 59 miles from Tallahassee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 103.8 miles (167.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 2:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.26 one way or $34.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Manatee Road and Sunny near Tallahassee.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Manatee Road and Tallahassee. Straight-line distance: 103.8 mi (167.05 km).
#1 Manatee Road
Census-designated place in Levy County, Florida
| Population | 2,244 |
| Coordinates | 29.5130200, -82.9142900 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| 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: 190 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 41m |
| 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 | $4.15 | $17.26 | $34.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $19.12 | $38.24 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $20.37 | $40.73 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $18.10 | $36.19 |
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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