How far is Tallahassee, FL from Weeki Wachee Gardens, FL?
The driving distance from Tallahassee, FL to Weeki Wachee Gardens, FL is about 198.1 miles (318.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 164.8 miles (265.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 49m 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.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tallahassee and Weeki Wachee Gardens.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tallahassee and Weeki Wachee Gardens.
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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
94.1 mi · 1 hr 58 min
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Keep slight right
82.1 mi · 1 hr 48 min
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Turn right onto Cortez Boulevard
3.4 mi · 8 min · Cortez Boulevard
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Turn sharp left onto Shoal Line Boulevard
1.7 mi · 4 min · Shoal Line Boulevard
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Turn right onto Alpaca Drive
113 m · 18 sec · Alpaca Drive
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Turn right onto Westwind Street
2000 ft · 1 min · Westwind Street
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Continue on Tuscawilla Drive
1165 ft · 51 sec · Tuscawilla Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Tuscawilla Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tallahassee and Weeki Wachee Gardens.
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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94.1 mi · 01h 58m
Route Summary
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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.
Sunny leaving Tallahassee and Sunny near Weeki Wachee Gardens.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tallahassee to Weeki Wachee Gardens?
The road trip is about 198.1 miles (318.8 km) and usually takes 04h 24m 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?
Cross City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 99.2 miles from Tallahassee and 98.9 miles from Weeki Wachee Gardens.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 164.8 miles (265.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.3 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 8:10 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.99 one way or $57.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tallahassee and Sunny near Weeki Wachee Gardens.
Stop Ideas Near Cross City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tallahassee and Weeki Wachee Gardens. Straight-line distance: 164.86 mi (265.32 km).
#1 Tallahassee
The capital of Florida.
| Population | 196,326 |
| Coordinates | 30.4382600, -84.2807300 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Weeki Wachee Gardens
Census-designated place in Hernando County, Florida
| Population | 1,146 |
| Coordinates | 28.5336100, -82.6295400 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Weeki Wachee Gardens (-82.62954, 28.53361)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 319 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.15 | $28.99 | $57.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $32.13 | $64.25 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $34.22 | $68.45 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $30.41 | $60.81 |
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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