How far is Mulberry, FL from Tallahassee, FL?

Fastest route

The distance from Mulberry, Florida to Tallahassee, Florida is approximately 273 miles (439 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 4 hours and 51 minutes via NW US-19/NE US Hwy 19, which includes tolls along the route.

Directions

  1. Start in Mulberry, Florida.
  2. Head east toward E State Rd 60 W/W Canal St.
  3. Turn right toward E State Rd 60 W/W Canal St.
  4. Take I-4 W and I-75 N to FL-52 W/State Rd 52 W in Pasco County. Take exit 285 from I-75 N.
  5. Turn right onto E State Rd 60 W/W Canal St and continue to follow E State Rd 60 W.
  6. Turn right onto Coronet Rd, then take a slight right onto S County Line Rd.
  7. Pass by McDonald's on the right in 5.8 miles and turn left to merge onto I-4 W.
  8. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 9 to merge onto I-75 N toward Ocala.
  9. Take exit 285 toward Dade City/San Antonio.
  10. Take Bellamy Brothers Blvd and Ayers Rd to US Hwy 41 N in Hernando County.
  11. Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto FL-52 W/State Rd 52 W.
  12. Turn right onto Bellamy Brothers Blvd and continue onto Culbreath Rd.
  13. Follow FL-589 N and NW US-19/NE US Hwy 19 to US Hwy 27 N in Tallahassee.
  14. Turn right onto US Hwy 41 N, then left onto Sergeant Lea Mills Blvd.
  15. Sergeant Lea Mills Blvd will turn right and become Corporate Blvd.
  16. Turn right onto Aerial Way, then left onto Spring Hill Dr.
  17. Turn right onto the ramp to Brooksville (toll road).
  18. Keep left at the fork to stay on FL-589 N (toll road).
  19. Turn right onto N Suncoast Blvd/NW US-19/NE US Hwy 19 and continue to follow NW US-19/NE US Hwy 19.
  20. Pass by McDonald's on the right in 47.5 miles, then continue onto US Hwy 27 N.
  21. Pass by KFC on the right in 19.4 miles, and you will reach Tallahassee, Florida.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Plan your trip ahead of time, considering the estimated travel time and tolls along the route.
  • ⛽ Make sure to fill up your gas tank before starting the journey to avoid running out of fuel.
  • 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to help you stay on track and navigate through the different roads.
  • 🍽️ Pack some snacks and drinks for the journey to stay refreshed during the drive.
  • 💵 Keep some cash or change handy for toll payments along the way.
  • 🚧 Stay alert for road signs and follow the designated exits and ramps as indicated.
  • 🚙 Take breaks during the long drive to stretch your legs and avoid fatigue.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
301.95 mi
04h 41m
Flight
224.15 mi
360.73 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
224.15 mi
Kilometers
360.73 km
Flight Time
00h 27m

Driving Distance

Road route
301.95 mi
Kilometers
485.94 km
Drive Time
04h 41m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 04h 41m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Tallahassee
Thu, Apr 23, 7:13 AM EDT
Return by in Mulberry
Thu, Apr 23, 11:54 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Mulberry
2026-04-23T02:32
Arrive Tallahassee
Thu, Apr 23, 7:13 AM EDT
Route Timing
04h 41m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:41 AM to 12:41 PM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
7:38 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Mulberry
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Alachua
FL

City in Alachua County, Florida, United States

From Mulberry
137.9 mi
02h 20m
To Tallahassee
164.1 mi
02h 20m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
85°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 12 mph ESE
Destination
85°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Mulberry and Tallahassee.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Mulberry and Tallahassee.

  1. 1

    Start on South Church Avenue

    26.8 mi · 44 min · South Church Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn right

    34.8 mi · 46 min

  3. 3

    Keep slight left

    89 m · 13 sec

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn left

    1759 ft · 33 sec

  5. 5

    Turn right

    2.5 mi · 4 min

  6. 6

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 75 North: Ocala

    1518 ft · 37 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    114.4 mi · 2 hr 3 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee

    820 ft · 16 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on I 10 West: Tallahassee

    1569 ft · 30 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight right

    87.7 mi · 1 hr 34 min

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Mahan Drive

    6.7 mi · 12 min · Mahan Drive

  12. 12

    Continue on East Tennessee Street

    3252 ft · 1 min · East Tennessee Street

  13. 13

    Turn left onto North Franklin Boulevard

    2568 ft · 1 min · North Franklin Boulevard

  14. 14

    Turn right onto East Pensacola Street

    1087 ft · 40 sec · East Pensacola Street

  15. 15

    Turn left onto South Calhoun Street

    64 m · 10 sec · South Calhoun Street

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Apalachee Parkway

    103 m · 12 sec · Apalachee Parkway

  17. 17

    Turn right onto South Monroe Street

    9 m · 1 sec · South Monroe Street

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Monroe Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Mulberry and Tallahassee.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Long-distance drive

This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.

Directions
18 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 75 North
115 mi · 38%
I 10 West
88 mi · 29%
South Church Avenue
26.8 mi · 9%
Mahan Drive
6.73 mi · 2%
East Tennessee Street
0.62 mi
North Franklin Boulevard
0.49 mi
Longest Stretch

I 75 North

Merge slight left

114 mi · 02h 03m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
04h 41m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 22m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+77.8 mi
224.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Alachua
02h 20m from Mulberry
Leave By
7:38 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Mulberry and Sunny near Tallahassee.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Mulberry to Tallahassee?

The road trip is about 301.9 miles (485.9 km) and usually takes 04h 41m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Alachua is a useful midpoint, sitting about 137.9 miles from Mulberry and 164.1 miles from Tallahassee.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 224.1 miles (360.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 77.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $44.18 one way or $88.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 94.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Mulberry and Sunny near Tallahassee.

Stop Ideas Near Alachua

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Alachua, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Alachua.

BUS

Gainesville, Florida

15 mi away
201 East University Ave.
BUS

Waldo, Florida

25 mi away
14648 NE 147th Avenue
BUS

Ocala, Florida

68 mi away
531 Northeast First Ave
RAIL

Palatka

77 mi away
220 North 11th Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Mulberry and Tallahassee. Straight-line distance: 224.15 mi (360.73 km).

Mulberry

#1 Mulberry

City in Polk County, Florida, United States

Population4,274
Coordinates27.8953000, -81.9734200
Altitude35
CountryUnited States
Tallahassee

#2 Tallahassee

The capital of Florida.

Population196,326
Coordinates30.4382600, -84.2807300
Altitude62
CountryUnited States
Start: South Church Avenue (-81.973572, 27.895298)
End: South Monroe Street (-84.280628, 30.438261)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 486 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)10h 03m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)07h 32m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)06h 02m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)05h 01m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 18m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 46m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
10.65 gal
40.33 L · about $44.18
Round trip
$88.35
21.3 gal · 80.66 L
Estimated CO2
94.6 kg one way
Round trip: 189.3 kg / 417 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.15 $44.18 $88.35
Mid-grade $4.60 $48.95 $97.89
Premium $4.90 $52.14 $104.28
Diesel $4.35 $46.33 $92.66

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Florida · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Mulberry and Tallahassee. The current time is 02:32:15.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.