Brent, FL to Atlantic Beach, FL is 370.6 miles and takes about 6h 54m via I 10 and Atlantic Boulevard, with a fuel budget near $58 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, taking you from the western part of the state across to the Atlantic coast. With highway driving making up 96% of the route, expect a fairly direct and efficient trip. This is a solid choice for a single-day drive, especially if you're looking to get to your destination without many detours.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
185.3 miles from Brent, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 21m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
348.4 mi
6h 15m
Atlantic Boulevard
8.8 mi
15m
Arlington Expressway
6.1 mi
9m
Union Street
1 mi
2m
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
0.9 mi
1m
I 95
0.7 mi
1m
Seminole Road
0.6 mi
1m
Brent Lane
0.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 348.4 mi, about 6h 15m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 136 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,174 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,702
Quietest
2 AM
~147 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 102 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 Brent, FL and Atlantic Beach, FL.
1
Start on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi·26 sec·East Brent Lane
2
Continue on FL 296
0.4 mi·1 min·Brent Lane
3
Turn left
0.3 mi·36 sec
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·54 sec
Toward I 110 NorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 110
0.9 mi·1 min·Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·28 sec
Exit 6Toward I 10 East, FL 291: Tallahassee, Davis HighwayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
8
Merge onto I 10
348 mi·6 hr 15 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·33 sec
Toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·56 sec
Toward I 95 North: International Airport, SavannahUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 95
0.7 mi·1 min·I 95
12
Take the exit onto US 17; FL 228
0.2 mi·26 sec·US 17; FL 228
Exit 353BToward Union Street, Beaver Street
13
Turn straight onto US 17; US 23; FL 228
1.0 mi·2 min·Union Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Continue on Arlington Expressway
5.5 mi·8 min·Arlington Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on Arlington Expressway
0.6 mi·1 min·Arlington Expressway
16
Continue on Atlantic Boulevard
8.8 mi·15 min·Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto Seminole Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Seminole Road
18
Turn right onto Plaza Street
0.2 mi·38 sec·Plaza Street
19
At end of road, turn left onto East Coast Drive
341 ft·14 sec·East Coast Drive
20
Turn left onto 9th Street
94 ft·4 sec·9th Street
21
Arrive at destination
9th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 6h 54m estimated drive time, leaving Brent, FL in the morning is your best bet to arrive in Atlantic Beach with plenty of daylight. You'll cover a long stretch of 348.4 miles on I 10, so plan for one significant stop about halfway through to stretch your legs and refuel. The fuel cost is estimated at $58, so ensure you have enough gas before heading out on that long interstate segment. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility, but keeping an eye on traffic as you approach Jacksonville is advisable.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 185.3 miles from Brent, FL, or about 3h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 348.4 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 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 185.3 miles or 3h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Atlantic Beach, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brent, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brent, FL
This is one driving day of about 370.6 miles and 6h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Brent, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 348.4 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 370.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.9 mi into trip|~2m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 110 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 110 North
9
2.3 mi into trip|~4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 East, FL 291: Tallahassee, Davis Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6
Toward I 10 East, FL 291: Tallahassee, Davis Hi...
8
352.1 mi into trip|~6h 21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: International Airport, Savannah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: International Airport, Savan...
6
353.5 mi into trip|~6h 23m in|US 17; FL 228
Take the exit onto US 17; FL 228 toward Union Street, Beaver Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 353B
Toward Union Street, Beaver Street
6
370.5 mi into trip|~6h 54m in|East Coast Drive
At end of road, turn left onto East Coast Drive
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$59.59 one way
$119.18 round trip
$4.08/gal25.4 MPG avg130 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.46
$65.00
$130.00
premium
$4.78
$69.77
$139.54
diesel
$6.28
$91.57
$183.14
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$60
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$85–$110
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 129.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
111.2
1
$38.91
$17.79
Efficient EV
92.7
1
$32.43
$14.82
EV Truck/SUV
148.2
1
$51.88
$23.72
Gas CO2
130 kg
EV CO2
43 kg (67% 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 Oct 22, 2026
Origin
Brent, FL
Late night
in Brent on Friday
Local time
12:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Sunny
N 0 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 22 at 1:32PM EDT until October 24 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 22 at 1:32PM EDT until October 24 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Destination
Atlantic Beach, FL
Late night
in Atlantic Beach on Friday
Local time
1:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Sunny
N 14 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 22 at 1:32PM EDT until October 24 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 22 at 1:32PM EDT until October 24 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
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 later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
8 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 54m 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...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
$25
Park Closure: Tropical Storm Isaias Closures Florida
Park Closure: Tropical Storm Isaias Closures Mississippi
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is almost entirely on the highway, with 96% of the 370.6 miles on interstates. You'll spend most of your time on I 10, with a single stretch of 348.4 miles on that highway. The transition to surface roads like Atlantic Boulevard happens near the end of your trip, as you approach Atlantic Beach. Expect a high volume of exits and merging traffic as you get closer to the Jacksonville metropolitan area.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 348.4 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Atlantic Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 370.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 352.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
213 ft9 ft
Total Climb
311 ft
Total Descent
400 ft
Highest Point
213 ft
~158.8 mi in
Elevation Range
204 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Brent, FL to Atlantic Beach, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Daytona Beach along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 54m. Total distance: 370.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 54m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 348.4 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 31 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 Atlantic Beach, 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 1 meaningful breaks. There are 31 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 352.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 6.9 hours each way, a round trip means 13.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Atlantic Beach, FL before the return drive.
