Traveling from Brent to Casselberry covers 459 miles across Florida, a journey that typically takes 8 hours and 21 minutes of drive time. Because this route is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate sprint, it is best approached as a two-day trip to avoid driver fatigue. Expect to budget approximately $75 for fuel to complete the transit. While the trip remains entirely within the state of Florida, the local road focus means you will experience more of the state's interior landscape than you would on a major highway. Planning for two days allows you to comfortably manage the two recommended stops along the way.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
229.5 miles from Brent, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
282.9 mi
5h 3m
I 75
107.2 mi
1h 54m
Florida's Turnpike
42.3 mi
45m
East-West Expressway
7.7 mi
9m
I 4
6.7 mi
7m
Orlando Avenue
3.3 mi
5m
Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway
1.8 mi
2m
US 17 Truck
1.8 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 282.9 mi, about 5h 3m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 54 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,226 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,701
Quietest
2 AM
~148 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.3×
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 Brent, FL and Casselberry, FL.
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Start on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi·26 sec·East Brent Lane
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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
283 mi·5 hr 3 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·37 sec
Exit 296AToward I-75 South: Tampa
10
Merge onto I 75
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike
42 mi·45 min·Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328Toward Florida's Turnpike South, OrlandoUse the slight left / straight lanes.
12
Take the exit onto FL 408 Toll
1.8 mi·2 min·Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway
Exit 265Toward FL 408 Toll East: Orlando, TitusvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on FL 408 Toll
7.7 mi·9 min·East-West Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 10AToward I 4: Tampa, Daytona BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward I 4 East: Daytona BeachUse the straight lane.
16
Merge onto I 4
6.7 mi·7 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
0.1 mi·17 sec·US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Exit 90A-BToward FL 414: ApopkaUse the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
0.1 mi·19 sec·US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Exit 90AToward FL 414 East: Maitland Boulevard, Sandspur Road, Maitland, Maitland Art CenterUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight left at fork onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
1.5 mi·2 min·US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Exit 90AToward FL 414 East: Maitland
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Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward US 17 South, US 92 West
21
Continue on Greenwood Road
434 ft·9 sec·Greenwood Road
22
Turn left onto US 17; US 92
3.3 mi·5 min·Orlando Avenue
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn right onto Button Road
0.1 mi·27 sec·Button Road
Use the right lane.
24
Turn right onto Seminola Boulevard
0.4 mi·43 sec·Seminola Boulevard
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Arrive at destination
Seminola Boulevard
Trip Plan
Given the turn-heavy nature of this 459-mile journey, try to depart early in the morning to maximize daylight for navigation. Since the route involves several local turns, stay alert and keep your GPS updated to ensure you don't miss any transitions on the Parkway or local lanes. We recommend pacing your trip with at least two stops to stretch your legs, especially since the lack of long highway stretches can make the drive feel more intensive than the duration suggests. If you are traveling solo, splitting the drive into two days is the smartest way to maintain your energy. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the stop-and-go nature of local roads can sometimes impact your expected fuel economy compared to interstate driving.
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 229.5 miles from Brent, FL, or about 4h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 282.9 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 101 miles or 1h 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 229.5 miles or 4h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 229.5 miles or 4h 8m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Casselberry, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brent, FL
Aim for roughly 230 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Casselberry, FL
Aim for roughly 230 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 101 miles from Brent, FL.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 282.9 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 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 453.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
393.8 mi into trip|~7h 4m in|Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 328
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
8
436.1 mi into trip|~7h 50m in|FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway
Take the exit onto FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway toward FL 408 Toll East: Orlando, Titusville
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 265
Toward FL 408 Toll East: Orlando, Titusville
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445.6 mi into trip|~8h 1m in
Take the exit toward I 4: Tampa, Daytona 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 10A
Toward I 4: Tampa, Daytona Beach
10
453.1 mi into trip|~8h 10m in|US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Keep slight right at fork onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck toward FL 414 East: Maitland Boulevard, Sandspur Road, Maitland, Maitland Art Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 90A
Toward FL 414 East: Maitland Boulevard, Sandspu...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$69.48 one way
$138.96 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg161 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$76.24
$152.48
premium
$4.55
$82.22
$164.44
diesel
$4.80
$86.67
$173.34
Estimated Tolls: $2.96
Florida's Turnpike
(42.3 mi)$2.96
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$69
Tolls
$3
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$202–$312
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 160.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $48 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
137.7
1
$48.20
$22.03
Efficient EV
114.8
1
$40.16
$18.36
EV Truck/SUV
183.6
2
$64.26
$29.38
Gas CO2
161 kg
EV CO2
54 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
Brent, FL
Late night
in Brent on Sunday
Local time
4:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Mostly Clear
W 5 to 10 mph4% chanceLive forecast
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
Casselberry, FL
Late night
in Casselberry on Sunday
Local time
5:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
WSW 0 to 5 mph46% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 16 at 11:29AM EDT until July 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne 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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
8h 21m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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: Fort Pickens Campground Restroom B/D Loop Closure
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highly technical experience behind the wheel, as this route is characterized by a heavy reliance on local roads rather than high-speed interstates. With a 0% highway share, you will navigate turns frequently instead of settling into a monotonous cruise. The longest stretch without a turn is 0 miles on Brent Lane, setting the tone for a trip that requires constant attention to navigation. You will primarily utilize Brent Lane, I 110 North, and the Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway to make your way toward Casselberry. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience where your focus remains on local maneuvering rather than open-road speed.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 282.9 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 459 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 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 393.8 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 436.1 miles (FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
273 ft52 ft
Total Climb
484 ft
Total Descent
527 ft
Highest Point
273 ft
~65.6 mi in
Elevation Range
222 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Brent, FL and Casselberry, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
The longest stretch is about 282.9 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 230 miles on day one.
Expect about $2.96 in tolls one way, starting with Florida's Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 49 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 Casselberry, 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 49 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 393.8 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 436.1 miles (FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway): 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 8.4 hours each way, a round trip means 16.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Casselberry, FL before the return drive.
