How far is Tallahassee, FL from Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Fastest route
The distance between Tallahassee, Florida, USA and Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA is approximately 458 miles. The fastest route, considering current traffic conditions, is via Florida's Turnpike. The estimated travel time is 6 hours and 26 minutes.
Directions
- Start by getting on I-10 E from US-90 E/Mahan Dr in Tallahassee.
- Head north on S Monroe St toward E Pensacola St.
- Turn right onto E Tennessee St.
- Continue onto US-90 E/Mahan Dr.
- Use the right lane to merge onto I-10 E via the ramp to Lake City.
- Continue on I-10 E. Take I-75 S, Florida's Turnpike, and I-95 S to FL-842 E/W Broward Blvd in Fort Lauderdale.
- Take exit 27 from I-95 S.
- Take exit 296A to merge onto I-75 S toward Tampa.
- Keep left at the fork to continue on Florida's Turnpike (toll road).
- Take exit 116 toward FL-706/Jupiter (toll road).
- Use the 2nd from the right lane to turn left onto FL-706 E/W Indiantown Rd.
- Use the right lane to merge onto I-95 S via the ramp to W Palm Beach.
- Take exit 27 for FL-842/Broward Blvd toward Downtown.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto FL-842 E/W Broward Blvd (signs for Broward Community College/Florida Atlantic Univ).
- Pass by Dunkin' (on the right in 0.5 mi).
- Arrive in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA.
Facts
- 🚗 The total distance between Tallahassee, Florida, USA and Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA is approximately 458 miles.
- ⏰ The estimated travel time for this route is 6 hours and 26 minutes.
- 🛣 The recommended route is via Florida's Turnpike.
- 🌐 The starting point is Tallahassee, Florida, USA, and the destination is Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA.
- 📍 Fort Lauderdale is located in Broward County, Florida.
- 🌴 Fort Lauderdale is known for its beautiful beaches and boating canals.
- 💰 Note that there are tolls on this route.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 46m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
Town in Lake County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tallahassee and Fort Lauderdale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tallahassee and Fort Lauderdale.
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Start on South Monroe Street
55 m · 8 sec · South Monroe Street
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Turn right onto East Pensacola Street
1428 ft · 47 sec · East Pensacola Street
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Turn left onto South Franklin Boulevard
2557 ft · 1 min · South Franklin Boulevard
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Turn right onto East Tennessee Street
3230 ft · 1 min · East Tennessee Street
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Continue on Mahan Drive
6.5 mi · 12 min · Mahan Drive
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 10 East: Lake City
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
86.9 mi · 1 hr 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I-75 South: Tampa
1959 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
107.2 mi · 1 hr 55 min
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Take the exit slight left toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
240.6 mi · 4 hr 20 min · Florida's Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard
1 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard
77 m · 15 sec
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Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi · 3 min · Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
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Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
696 ft · 25 sec · Northwest 16th Avenue
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Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
3159 ft · 1 min · North Andrews Avenue
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Turn left onto West Atlantic Boulevard
151 m · 17 sec · West Atlantic Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 South: Miami
2315 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left
7.2 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
2709 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto West Broward Boulevard
1.8 mi · 4 min · West Broward Boulevard
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Continue on East Broward Boulevard
988 ft · 35 sec · East Broward Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Broward Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tallahassee and Fort Lauderdale.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit slight left toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
241 mi · 04h 20m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Tallahassee and Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Lauderdale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tallahassee to Fort Lauderdale?
The road trip is about 458.3 miles (737.5 km) and usually takes 06h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ferndale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 228.6 miles from Tallahassee and 229.7 miles from Fort Lauderdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 390.2 miles (627.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 68.1 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM EDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $67.07 one way or $134.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 143.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Tallahassee and Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Lauderdale.
Stop Ideas Near Ferndale
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Tavares - City Hall
Minneola City Hall
Tavares Utility Billing
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ferndale.
Orlando Health/Amtrak
Winter Park
The Villages-Lady Lake, FL
Wildwood, Florida
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tallahassee and Fort Lauderdale. Straight-line distance: 390.18 mi (627.93 km).
#1 Tallahassee
The capital of Florida.
| Population | 196,326 |
| Coordinates | 30.4382600, -84.2807300 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Lauderdale
The second most populous city in Broward County, Florida.
| Population | 184,245 |
| Coordinates | 26.1223100, -80.1433800 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Broward Boulevard (-80.143382, 26.122355)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 737 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 15h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 09h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 43m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $67.07 | $134.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $74.32 | $148.63 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $79.17 | $158.34 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $70.34 | $140.68 |
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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