How far is Upper Grand Lagoon, FL from Tallahassee, FL?
The driving distance from Upper Grand Lagoon, FL to Tallahassee, FL is about 111.3 miles (179.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.2 miles (143.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 16m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Upper Grand Lagoon and Tallahassee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Upper Grand Lagoon and Tallahassee.
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Start on the route
150 m · 41 sec
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Turn left onto Ammo Road
152 m · 22 sec · Ammo Road
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Turn right
2590 ft · 3 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Magnolia Beach Road
883 ft · 39 sec · Magnolia Beach Road
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Continue straight
1020 ft · 51 sec
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Turn left onto Coast Guard Road
1812 ft · 50 sec · Coast Guard Road
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Turn right onto Navy Boulevard
1.2 mi · 2 min · Navy Boulevard
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Turn slight right
1.1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left
57 m · 5 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right
1875 ft · 47 sec
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Turn straight onto West 23rd Street
5.3 mi · 9 min · West 23rd Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
113 m · 7 sec
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Continue straight
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
21.2 mi · 27 min
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Turn right
67.6 mi · 1 hr 34 min
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Continue on West Pensacola Street
2.9 mi · 5 min · West Pensacola Street
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Turn right onto Stadium Drive
2778 ft · 1 min · Stadium Drive
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Turn left onto Varsity Drive
846 ft · 25 sec · Varsity Drive
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Turn right onto West Saint Augustine Street
1.2 km · 2 min · West Saint Augustine Street
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Continue on West Madison Street
2438 ft · 1 min · West Madison Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Monroe Street
635 ft · 33 sec · South Monroe Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Monroe Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Upper Grand Lagoon and Tallahassee.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
67.6 mi · 01h 34m
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.
Sunny leaving Upper Grand Lagoon and Sunny near Tallahassee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Upper Grand Lagoon to Tallahassee?
The road trip is about 111.3 miles (179.1 km) and usually takes 02h 16m 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?
Blountstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.6 miles from Upper Grand Lagoon and 58.7 miles from Tallahassee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.2 miles (143.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.30 one way or $32.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Upper Grand Lagoon and Tallahassee, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Upper Grand Lagoon and Sunny near Tallahassee.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Upper Grand Lagoon and Tallahassee. Straight-line distance: 89.14 mi (143.46 km).
#1 Upper Grand Lagoon
Census designated place
| Population | 13,963 |
| Coordinates | 30.1632600, -85.7407600 |
| Altitude | 0 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tallahassee
The capital of Florida.
| Population | 196,326 |
| Coordinates | 30.4382600, -84.2807300 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Monroe Street (-84.280628, 30.438261)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 179 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 23m |
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 | $16.30 | $32.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $18.06 | $36.12 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $19.24 | $38.48 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $17.10 | $34.19 |
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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