How far is Mexico Beach, FL from Tallahassee, FL?
The driving distance from Mexico Beach, FL to Tallahassee, FL is about 104.2 miles (167.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 76 miles (122.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 02m 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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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 01m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mexico Beach and Tallahassee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mexico Beach and Tallahassee.
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Start on South 32nd Street
113 m · 18 sec · South 32nd Street
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Turn right
11 mi · 18 min
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Turn left onto Industrial Road
4.1 mi · 6 min · Industrial Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
46.9 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Turn right onto East Central Avenue
25.4 mi · 36 min · East Central Avenue
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Continue on Jackson Bluff Road
1.1 km · 57 sec · Jackson Bluff Road
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Continue on Blountstown Highway
17.7 mi · 25 min · Blountstown Highway
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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 Mexico 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
At the end of the road, turn left
46.9 mi · 01h 06m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Mexico Beach and Mostly Cloudy near Tallahassee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mexico Beach to Tallahassee?
The road trip is about 104.2 miles (167.7 km) and usually takes 02h 01m 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 55.4 miles from Mexico Beach and 48.8 miles from Tallahassee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 76 miles (122.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.2 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 2:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.26 one way or $30.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.7 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Mexico Beach and Tallahassee, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Mexico Beach and Mostly Cloudy near Tallahassee.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mexico Beach and Tallahassee. Straight-line distance: 76 mi (122.31 km).
#1 Mexico Beach
City in Bay County, Florida, United States
| Population | 1,102 |
| Coordinates | 29.9480900, -85.4199500 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| 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: 168 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 17m |
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 | $15.26 | $30.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $16.91 | $33.83 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $18.02 | $36.03 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $16.01 | $32.02 |
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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