How far is Tallahassee, FL from Gretna, FL?
The driving distance from Tallahassee, FL to Gretna, FL is about 31.2 miles (50.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.7 miles (41.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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City in Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tallahassee and Gretna.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tallahassee and Gretna.
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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
17.8 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 267: Quincy
1571 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right
3.4 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto West Jefferson Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Jefferson Street
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Continue on Blue Star Highway
3.1 mi · 4 min · Blue Star Highway
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Continue on Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Broad Avenue
800 ft · 37 sec · Broad Avenue
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Turn right onto 2nd Street
15 m · 4 sec · 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tallahassee and Gretna.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
I 10 West
Merge slight left
17.8 mi · 00h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Tallahassee and Rain Showers Likely near Gretna.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tallahassee to Gretna?
The road trip is about 31.2 miles (50.2 km) and usually takes 00h 44m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Midway is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.6 miles from Tallahassee and 15.6 miles from Gretna.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.7 miles (41.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.56 one way or $9.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Tallahassee and Rain Showers Likely near Gretna.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tallahassee and Gretna. Straight-line distance: 25.73 mi (41.41 km).
#1 Tallahassee
The capital of Florida.
| Population | 196,326 |
| Coordinates | 30.4382600, -84.2807300 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gretna
Human settlement in Gadsden County, Florida, United States of America
| Population | 1,430 |
| Coordinates | 30.6171400, -84.6599100 |
| Altitude | 90 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gretna (-84.65991, 30.61714)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 50 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $4.56 | $9.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $5.06 | $10.11 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $5.39 | $10.77 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $4.79 | $9.57 |
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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