How far is Tampa, FL from Chattahoochee, FL?
The driving distance from Tampa, FL to Chattahoochee, FL is about 315.8 miles (508.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 238.7 miles (384.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 35m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tampa and Chattahoochee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tampa and Chattahoochee.
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Start on East Kennedy Boulevard
122 m · 17 sec · East Kennedy Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Ashley Drive
1748 ft · 49 sec · North Ashley Drive
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Take the ramp straight toward I 275
1164 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 275 North
843 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left
17 mi · 21 min
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Merge slight left
160.3 mi · 2 hr 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
820 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 10 West: Tallahassee
1569 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight right
130.2 mi · 2 hr 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 270-A: Chattahoochee
1626 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right onto Flat Creek Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Flat Creek Road
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Continue on Bonnie Hill Road
3.4 mi · 6 min · Bonnie Hill Road
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Continue on Little Sycamore Road
699 ft · 14 sec · Little Sycamore Road
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Continue on South Main Street
1020 ft · 20 sec · South Main Street
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Continue on Mainstreet
644 ft · 13 sec · Mainstreet
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Continue on South Main Street
1 km · 1 min · South Main Street
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Continue on South Main Street
1.5 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Washington Street
748 ft · 25 sec · West Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tampa and Chattahoochee.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 275 North
Merge slight left
160 mi · 02h 52m
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 then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Tampa and Showers And Thunderstorms near Chattahoochee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tampa to Chattahoochee?
The road trip is about 315.8 miles (508.3 km) and usually takes 05h 47m 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?
Fort White is a useful midpoint, sitting about 158.1 miles from Tampa and 157.8 miles from Chattahoochee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 238.7 miles (384.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 77.1 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 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:24 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $46.25 one way or $92.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 99.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Tampa and Showers And Thunderstorms near Chattahoochee.
Stop Ideas Near Fort White
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tampa and Chattahoochee. Straight-line distance: 238.71 mi (384.17 km).
#1 Tampa
The third most populous city in Florida and the center of the Tampa metropolitan area.
| Population | 407,599 |
| Coordinates | 27.9475200, -82.4584300 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chattahoochee
City in Gadsden County, Florida, United States of America
| Population | 3,172 |
| Coordinates | 30.7054600, -84.8457400 |
| Altitude | 72 |
| Country | United States |
End: Chattahoochee (-84.84574, 30.70546)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 508 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 56m |
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 | $46.25 | $92.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $51.25 | $102.49 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $54.59 | $109.18 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $48.50 | $97.01 |
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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