How far is Tallahassee, FL from Fort Walton Beach, FL?
The driving distance from Tallahassee, FL to Fort Walton Beach, FL is about 164 miles (264 km), with a travel time of about 03h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 139.2 miles (224 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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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 03h 15m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Washington County, Florida
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tallahassee and Fort Walton Beach.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tallahassee and Fort Walton Beach.
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Start on South Monroe Street
3.9 mi · 9 min · South Monroe Street
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West: Pensacola
1773 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
129.2 mi · 2 hr 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 285: Niceville, Eglin AFB
1694 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left
17.6 mi · 23 min
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Turn right onto East John Sims Parkway
1.2 km · 2 min · East John Sims Parkway
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Continue on John Sims Parkway
1 km · 1 min · John Sims Parkway
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Keep slight right
10.6 mi · 18 min
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Turn right onto Yacht Club Drive
1687 ft · 43 sec · Yacht Club Drive
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Turn sharp left onto Beal Parkway Northwest
806 ft · 22 sec · Beal Parkway Northwest
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Turn right onto Williams Street Northwest
1153 ft · 56 sec · Williams Street Northwest
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Hummingbird Avenue Northwest
47 m · 7 sec · Hummingbird Avenue Northwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hummingbird Avenue Northwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tallahassee and Fort Walton Beach.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 10 West
Merge slight left
129 mi · 02h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Tallahassee and Mostly Sunny near Fort Walton Beach.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tallahassee to Fort Walton Beach?
The road trip is about 164 miles (264 km) and usually takes 03h 15m 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?
Chipley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82 miles from Tallahassee and 82.1 miles from Fort Walton Beach.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 139.2 miles (224 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.8 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 10:30 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.02 one way or $48.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Tallahassee and Fort Walton Beach, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Tallahassee and Mostly Sunny near Fort Walton Beach.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tallahassee and Fort Walton Beach. Straight-line distance: 139.19 mi (224.01 km).
#1 Tallahassee
The capital of Florida.
| Population | 196,326 |
| Coordinates | 30.4382600, -84.2807300 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Walton Beach
City in Okaloosa County, Florida, United States
| Population | 22,396 |
| Coordinates | 30.4205900, -86.6170700 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fort Walton Beach (-86.61707, 30.42059)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 264 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $24.02 | $48.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $26.61 | $53.22 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $28.35 | $56.70 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $25.19 | $50.37 |
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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