This 446.4-mile journey from Brent, FL to Crystal Springs, FL will take approximately 8 hours and 14 minutes of driving time. It's a substantial drive, best split over two recommended days to avoid fatigue. The route is heavily focused on highways, with 97% of the drive utilizing major interstates and US highways. Expect a fuel cost around $71 for this trip. Given the distance and duration, this is not a trip to attempt in a single day; planning for an overnight stop is essential for a more relaxed experience. You'll be traveling within the state of Florida for the entirety of this route.
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
223.2 miles from Brent, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
282.9 mi
5h 3m
I 75
132.7 mi
2h 22m
US 98
17.5 mi
26m
Cortez Boulevard
2.9 mi
4m
Paul S Buchman Highway
2.8 mi
3m
7th Street
1.1 mi
2m
6th Street
1.1 mi
1m
Gall Boulevard
0.9 mi
1m
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 Crystal Springs, FL.
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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
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
133 mi·2 hr 22 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 301Toward US 98, FL 50: Brooksville, OrlandoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
347 ft·9 sec
Toward US 98 South, FL 50 EastUse the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto US 98; FL 50
2.9 mi·4 min·Cortez Boulevard
14
Take the exit onto US 98
3.1 mi·4 min·US 98
15
Enter roundabout onto US 98
136 ft·2 sec·US 98
16
Continue on US 98
6.6 mi·9 min·US 98
17
Turn straight onto 7th Street
1.1 mi·2 min·7th Street
18
Enter roundabout onto US 98; US 301
121 ft·2 sec·US 98; US 301
19
Continue on US 98; US 301
0.9 mi·1 min·US 98; US 301
20
Continue on US 98; US 301
6.8 mi·10 min·US 98; US 301
Use the left lane.
21
Turn straight onto 6th Street
1.1 mi·1 min·6th Street
22
Turn left onto South Avenue
337 ft·13 sec·South Avenue
23
Turn right onto US 301
0.9 mi·1 min·Gall Boulevard
24
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 39
2.8 mi·3 min·Paul S Buchman Highway
Use the left lane.
25
Turn left onto Bay Avenue
125 ft·5 sec·Bay Avenue
26
Arrive at destination
Bay Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 8-hour, 14-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and minimize traffic. With 446.4 miles to cover, splitting the trip over two days is highly recommended; aim for roughly 4 hours of driving each day. Plan your stops strategically, perhaps after completing the longest stretch of 282.9 miles on I-10. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $71, and take advantage of the two designated stops for breaks and refueling. Ensure your vehicle is in good condition before you set off, especially for the prolonged highway segments.
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 223.2 miles from Brent, FL, or about 4h 1m 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 98 miles or 1h 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 223.2 miles or 4h 1m 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 223.2 miles or 4h 1m
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 6h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crystal Springs, 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 223 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Crystal Springs, FL
Aim for roughly 223 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 98 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 443.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
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
419.3 mi into trip|~7h 32m in
Take the exit toward US 98, FL 50: Brooksville, Orlando
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 301
Toward US 98, FL 50: Brooksville, Orlando
8
419.9 mi into trip|~7h 33m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 98 South, FL 50 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 98 South, FL 50 East
6
443.6 mi into trip|~8h 9m in|FL 39 / Paul S Buchman Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 39 / Paul S Buchman Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$67.58 one way
$135.15 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg156 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$74.15
$148.30
premium
$4.55
$79.97
$159.93
diesel
$4.80
$84.29
$168.58
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$68
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$198–$308
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 156.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $47 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
133.9
1
$46.87
$21.43
Efficient EV
111.6
1
$39.06
$17.86
EV Truck/SUV
178.6
2
$62.50
$28.57
Gas CO2
156 kg
EV CO2
52 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Brent, FL
Morning
in Brent on Sunday
Local time
11:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Mostly Clear
W 5 to 10 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 8:22PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 7:58PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Destination
Crystal Springs, FL
Afternoon
in Crystal Springs on Sunday
Local time
12:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
W 1 to 7 mph18% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 8:22PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 7:58PM 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.
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
1 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
8h 14m 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 A Loop Closure
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 97% of the 446.4 miles on major roads like I-10, I-75, and US-98. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 282.9 miles on I-10, so be ready for extended periods of consistent driving. While the profile is highway-centric, the transitions between these main arteries will offer some variation. This route emphasizes efficient travel over scenic backroads, making it a straightforward drive for covering distance.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 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 0.9 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 18 significant decision points across 446.4 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 419.3 miles: 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 ft72 ft
Total Climb
515 ft
Total Descent
537 ft
Highest Point
273 ft
~63.8 mi in
Elevation Range
201 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 Crystal Springs, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Orlando along the way.
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 223 miles on day one.
Yes — we found about 50 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 Crystal Springs, 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 50 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 419.3 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 8.2 hours each way, a round trip means 16.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Crystal Springs, FL before the return drive.
