Trip from Brent, FL to Fort Myers Shores, FL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

10h 32m

Distance

584.8 mi

941 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$93

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min

4 AM

10h 23m ★

6 AM

10h 33m

8 AM

10h 52m

10 AM

10h 39m

12 PM

10h 37m

3 PM

10h 40m

5 PM

10h 51m

8 PM

10h 27m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Brent, FL

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Fort Myers Shores, FL

Arian Fernandez

Trip Overview

Brent, FL to Fort Myers Shores, FL is 584.8 miles and takes about 10h 32m via I-75 and I-10, with a fuel budget near $101 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This long-haul drive spans across Florida, connecting the western Panhandle region to the southwestern coast. While the majority of your travel will be on interstate highways, be prepared for a shift to surface roads as you approach your destination. With a recommended two days for travel, this route offers a straightforward way to cover significant distance within the state.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

3 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

292.4 miles from Brent, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h 15m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 75	293.7 mi	5h 14m
I 10	282.9 mi	5h 3m
Palm Beach Boulevard	3.7 mi	6m
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway	0.9 mi	1m
Brent Lane	0.4 mi	1m
River Ridge Boulevard	0.3 mi	1m
East Brent Lane	0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 75 — 293.7 mi, about 5h 14m

Traffic on I-75

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 67 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

3 PM

~3,414 veh/hr typical · worst 4,204

Quietest

2 AM

~374 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

9.1×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

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 Fort Myers Shores, FL.

Start on East Brent Lane

0.1 mi · 26 sec · East Brent Lane

Continue on FL 296

0.4 mi · 1 min · Brent Lane

Turn left

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 54 sec

Toward I 110 North Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 110

0.9 mi · 1 min · Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 28 sec

Exit 6 Toward I 10 East, FL 291: Tallahassee, Davis Highway Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee

Merge onto I 10

283 mi · 5 hr 3 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 37 sec

Exit 296A Toward I-75 South: Tampa

Merge onto I 75

161 mi · 2 hr 52 min · I 75

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

74 mi · 1 hr 19 min · I 75

Toward South I 75: Naples Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

59 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec

Exit 141 Toward FL 80: Fort Myers, La Belle Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

208 ft · 7 sec

Toward FL 80 East Use the left lane.

Turn left onto FL 80

3.7 mi · 6 min · Palm Beach Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto River Ridge Boulevard

0.3 mi · 1 min · River Ridge Boulevard

Arrive at destination

River Ridge Boulevard

Trip Plan

Given the 10h 32m duration, splitting this 584.8-mile drive over two days is highly recommended. Aim to start your first day early to maximize daylight driving. Plan for about three stops along the way for fuel and rest. The longest continuous stretch is nearly 300 miles on I-75, so ensure you have ample fuel before embarking on that segment. The final approach on Palm Beach Boulevard will require more attention due to increased traffic and potential for surface street navigation.

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 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 292.4 miles from Brent, FL, or about 5h 15m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 293.7 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 129 miles or 2h 20m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 292.4 miles or 5h 15m 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 292.4 miles or 5h 15m

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 9h 25m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Myers Shores, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Brent, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

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 292 miles and 5.3 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Fort Myers Shores, FL

Aim for roughly 292 miles and 5.3 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 129 miles from Brent, FL.

This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.

Plan about 3 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 293.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

First major stop

Coffee and fuel

Tallahassee, FL

193 mi into the route

Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch

This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.

Popular next leg

Tallahassee, FL to Fort Myers Shores, FL

394 mi · 7h 13m

Second major stop

Overnight candidate

Bayonet Point, FL

386 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Bayonet Point, FL

Overnight Options

Night 1

Gainesville, FL

292 mi · about 5.3h in

A practical overnight split lands near Gainesville, FL after about 292 miles or 5.3 hours of driving.

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Pacing Suggestions

Bonifay, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 129 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Gainesville, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 292.4 miles from Brent, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 293.7 miles.

Overnight split

2 mi from route

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 580.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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

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...

447.1 mi into trip | ~8h 1m in | I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward South I 75: Naples

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward South I 75: Naples

580.3 mi into trip | ~10h 24m in

Take the exit toward FL 80: Fort Myers, La Belle

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 141 Toward FL 80: Fort Myers, La Belle

580.7 mi into trip | ~10h 25m in

Keep slight left at fork toward FL 80 East

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward FL 80 East

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$93.08 one way

$186.17 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 205 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.41	$101.47	$202.93
premium	$4.74	$109.20	$218.40
diesel	$5.35	$123.18	$246.35

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$93

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$223–$333

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 204.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.

Driving Electric?

About $61 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	175.4	2	$61.40	$28.07
Efficient EV	146.2	1	$51.17	$23.39
EV Truck/SUV	233.9	2	$81.87	$37.43

Gas CO2

205 kg

EV CO2

68 kg (67% less)

Plan for 2 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 Jun 1, 2026

Origin

Brent, FL

Afternoon in Brent on Wednesday

Local time

2:54 PM

CDT

Current temp

75°F

Mostly Cloudy

SW 5 mph 9% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued May 31 at 11:16AM EDT until June 2 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Destination

Fort Myers Shores, FL

Afternoon in Fort Myers Shores on Wednesday

Local time

3:54 PM

EDT

Current temp

77°F

Partly Cloudy

W 2 mph 3% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued May 31 at 11:16AM EDT until June 2 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee 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

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

10h 32m 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

Caution: Road workers on Park Road in Davis Bayou

View on nps.gov

De Soto National Memorial

National Memorial

In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...

13 mi from route ~31 min detour Free near mile 504.1

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is predominantly on interstates, with 99% of the 584.8 miles covered on highways like I-75 and I-10. You'll experience a longest stretch of 293.7 miles on I-75 before transitioning to Palm Beach Boulevard. Expect a significant portion of your travel to be on high-speed, limited-access roads, with the final stretch involving more frequent exits and potentially slower speeds as you enter more developed areas.

99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 293.7 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 10. 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 Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 584.8 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 447.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

246 ft 8 ft

Total Climb

228 ft

Total Descent

317 ft

Highest Point

246 ft

~167.1 mi in

Elevation Range

238 ft

About the Cities

Arriving in Fort Myers Shores, FL

Full guide →

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 293.7 miles on I 75. 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 292 miles on day one.

Yes — we found about 64 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 Fort Myers Shores, 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 3 meaningful breaks. There are 64 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Yes — Gulf Islands National Seashore and De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 10.5 hours each way, a round trip means 21.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Fort Myers Shores, FL before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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