Sumter to Tallahassee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Sumter from Tallahassee?

The distance from Sumter to Tallahassee is 333.1 miles (536 km) as the crow flies. Tallahassee is located SW of Sumter. By car, the driving distance is approximately 399.7 miles, taking about 8h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Sumter in South Carolina and Tallahassee in Florida.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Sumter and Tallahassee. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.