How far is Tallahassee, FL from Perry, FL?
The driving distance from Tallahassee, FL to Perry, FL is about 51.9 miles (83.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.2 miles (75.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 16m 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 01h 08m.
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 Tallahassee and Perry.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tallahassee and Perry.
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Start on South Monroe Street
9 m · 3 sec · South Monroe Street
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Turn left onto Apalachee Parkway
16.1 mi · 24 min · Apalachee Parkway
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Continue straight
35.3 mi · 43 min
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Turn left onto West Main Street
2060 ft · 1 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South Quincy Street
31 m · 5 sec · South Quincy Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Quincy Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tallahassee and Perry.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Apalachee Parkway
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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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Tallahassee and Partly Sunny near Perry.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tallahassee to Perry?
The road trip is about 51.9 miles (83.5 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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 Tallahassee and 26 miles from Perry.
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 4:14 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 Mostly Cloudy around Tallahassee and Partly Sunny near Perry.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tallahassee and Perry. Straight-line distance: 47.17 mi (75.92 km).
#1 Tallahassee
The capital of Florida.
| Population | 196,326 |
| Coordinates | 30.4382600, -84.2807300 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Perry
City in Taylor County, Florida, United States
| Population | 6,874 |
| Coordinates | 30.1176600, -83.5827400 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
End: Perry (-83.58274, 30.11766)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 84 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 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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