Jacksonville, Florida to Tallahassee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

156.6 miles 252.1 km · straight line
163.7 miles actual route 263.4 km · driving distance
3h 6min estimated drive time
$16 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
273° W bearing direction

How far is Jacksonville, Florida from Tallahassee?

The distance from Jacksonville, Florida to Tallahassee is 156.6 miles (252.1 km) as the crow flies. Tallahassee is located W of Jacksonville, Florida. By car, the driving distance is approximately 163.7 miles, taking about 3h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Jacksonville, Florida and Tallahassee. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Jacksonville, Florida to Tallahassee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 6min $16 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 43min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~2h 57min $20–$57* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jacksonville, Florida & Tallahassee

Quick Facts

Jacksonville, Florida
30.33°N, 81.66°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
Tallahassee
30.44°N, 84.28°W
America/New_York
62m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 52 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 159 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM