How far is Perry, FL from Tallahassee, FL?
The driving distance from Perry, FL to Tallahassee, FL is about 51.9 miles (83.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.2 miles (75.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 55m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 57m.
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 Jefferson County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Perry and Tallahassee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Perry and Tallahassee.
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Start on South Quincy Street
31 m · 10 sec · South Quincy Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
2011 ft · 57 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto North Byron Butler Parkway
35.3 mi · 43 min · North Byron Butler Parkway
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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 Perry and Tallahassee.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
North Byron Butler Parkway
Turn right onto North Byron Butler Parkway
35.3 mi · 00h 43m
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 Perry 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 Perry to Tallahassee?
The road trip is about 51.9 miles (83.6 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Monticello is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.9 miles from Perry and 26 miles from Tallahassee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.2 miles (75.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.7 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 4:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.59 one way or $15.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Perry and Mostly Cloudy near Tallahassee.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Perry and Tallahassee. Straight-line distance: 47.17 mi (75.92 km).
#1 Perry
City in Taylor County, Florida, United States
| Population | 6,874 |
| Coordinates | 30.1176600, -83.5827400 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| 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: 84 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $7.59 | $15.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $8.41 | $16.82 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $8.96 | $17.92 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $7.96 | $15.92 |
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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