Beverly Hills, FL to Brent, FL is 372 miles and takes about 7h 16m via Young Boulevard, Suncoast Boulevard, and I 10, with a fuel budget near $59 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, starting in the central part of the state and heading northwest towards the Panhandle. The drive offers a mixed experience, transitioning from more local roads to a significant portion on the interstate. It's a manageable one-day journey, so you can decide on your departure time based on your preferences, whether you want to get an early start or have a more relaxed morning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
186 miles from Beverly Hills, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 55m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
211.8 mi
3h 47m
Young Boulevard
89.3 mi
1h 53m
Suncoast Boulevard
47 mi
59m
US 19
6.3 mi
7m
Florida Georgia Parkway
4.8 mi
6m
West Norvell Bryant Highway
3.9 mi
6m
North Lecanto Highway
2.3 mi
4m
Gulf to Lake Highway
1.5 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 211.8 mi, about 3h 47m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 30 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,340 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,673
Quietest
2 AM
~147 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beverly Hills, FL and Brent, FL.
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Start on Roosevelt Boulevard
0.6 mi·1 min·Roosevelt Boulevard
2
Turn left onto CR 491
2.3 mi·4 min·North Lecanto Highway
3
Turn right onto CR 486
3.9 mi·6 min·West Norvell Bryant Highway
4
Turn right onto FL 44
1.5 mi·2 min·Gulf to Lake Highway
5
Continue on FL 44
0.9 mi·1 min·Northeast 5th Street
6
Turn right onto US 19; US 98
47 mi·59 min·Suncoast Boulevard
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
89 mi·1 hr 53 min·Young Boulevard
8
Continue on US 19; US 27
6.3 mi·7 min·US 19; US 27
9
Continue on US 19
4.8 mi·6 min·Florida Georgia Parkway
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·57 sec
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
11
Merge onto I 10
212 mi·3 hr 47 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 12Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 110
0.4 mi·29 sec·Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 5Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Toward FL 296: Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto FL 296
0.3 mi·52 sec·Brent Lane
17
Continue on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi·29 sec·East Brent Lane
18
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
218 ft·12 sec·Sycamore Drive
19
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
34 ft·1 sec·East Brent Lane
20
Arrive at destination
East Brent Lane
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 7 hours, this is a feasible one-day trip, so you have flexibility with your departure. You'll make about 2 stops along the way, which should be sufficient for stretching your legs and refueling. Given the 211.8-mile stretch on I 10, plan your fuel stops accordingly, perhaps filling up before you get on the interstate for that long haul. Driving this route allows for a single-day adventure without feeling too rushed.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 186 miles from Beverly Hills, FL, or about 3h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 211.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 82 miles or 1h 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 186 miles or 3h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brent, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Beverly Hills, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Beverly Hills, FL
This is one driving day of about 372 miles and 7h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Beverly Hills, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 211.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 9.2 and 370.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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9.2 mi into trip|~16m in|US 19; US 98 / Suncoast Boulevard
Turn right onto US 19; US 98 / Suncoast Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
157.1 mi into trip|~3h 24m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
368.9 mi into trip|~7h 11m in
Take the exit toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12
Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach
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370.2 mi into trip|~7h 13m in
Take the exit toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent Lane
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent...
7
370.4 mi into trip|~7h 13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward FL 296: Brent Lane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward FL 296: Brent Lane
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$56.31 one way
$112.63 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg130 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$61.79
$123.58
premium
$4.55
$66.64
$133.28
diesel
$4.80
$70.24
$140.48
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 130.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
111.6
1
$39.06
$17.86
Efficient EV
93
1
$32.55
$14.88
EV Truck/SUV
148.8
1
$52.08
$23.81
Gas CO2
130 kg
EV CO2
44 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Beverly Hills, FL
Morning
in Beverly Hills on Sunday
Local time
11:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Clear
NW 2 mph9% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 2:50AM EDT until July 17 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 16 at 11:29AM EDT until July 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Destination
Brent, FL
Morning
in Brent on Sunday
Local time
10:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Mostly Clear
W 5 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 2:50AM EDT until July 17 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 16 at 11:29AM EDT until July 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
91°F
Boston, GA
186 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
7h 16m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Gulf Islands National Seashore
National Seashore
Millions of visitors are drawn to the Gulf of America for Gulf Islands National Seashore's emerald coast waters, magnificent white beaches, fertile marshes and historical landscapes. Come explore with...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is a mixed drive, with approximately 60% of it on highways. You'll begin on local roads like Young Boulevard and Suncoast Boulevard before merging onto I 10 for the majority of your journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you’ll encounter is 211.8 miles on I 10, meaning you’ll have a solid period of consistent highway driving. Expect the road to transition from the more varied pace of local roads to the steady flow of interstate travel.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 211.8 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 9.2 miles in near US 19; US 98 / Suncoast Boulevard.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 372 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.2 miles (US 19; US 98 / Suncoast Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 157.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 368.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 16m. Total distance: 372 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 16m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 211.8 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 19 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Brent, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. There are 19 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.2 miles (US 19; US 98 / Suncoast Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 157.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 368.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Gulf Islands National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.3 hours each way, a round trip means 14.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Brent, FL before the return drive.
