Trip from Brent, FL to Inwood, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

8h 40m

Distance

462.8 mi

745 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$74

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min

4 AM

8h 32m ★

6 AM

8h 40m

8 AM

8h 56m

10 AM

8h 46m

12 PM

8h 44m

3 PM

8h 46m

5 PM

8h 55m

8 PM

8h 36m

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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Inwood, FL

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Trip Overview

This 462.8-mile journey from Brent, Florida, to Inwood, Florida, is a substantial drive, estimated to take around 8 hours and 40 minutes. Given its length and the 96% highway focus, it's best tackled over two days to avoid fatigue. You'll be spending most of your time on major interstates like I-10 and I-75, with a brief segment on FL 33. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $74, and with two planned stops, you'll have opportunities to break up the driving. This route is a straightforward, highway-centric option for traveling within Florida.

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

231.4 miles from Brent, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 10m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 10	282.9 mi	5h 3m
I 75	107.2 mi	1h 54m
FL 33	21.2 mi	27m
Florida's Turnpike	19.2 mi	20m
FL 19	6.1 mi	9m
Commonwealth Avenue North	5.3 mi	7m
US 27	3.5 mi	4m
Broadway Boulevard Southeast	1.8 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 10 — 282.9 mi, about 5h 3m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brent, FL and Inwood, 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

107 mi · 1 hr 54 min · I 75

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike

19 mi · 20 min · Florida's Turnpike

Exit 328 Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando Use the slight left / straight lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Exit 289 Toward US 27, FL 19: Tavares, Clermont Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 28 sec · this road

Exit 289 Toward US 27, FL 19: Tavares, Clermont

Merge onto US 27

3.5 mi · 4 min · US 27

Turn right onto O'Brien Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · O'Brien Road

Turn right onto FL 19

6.1 mi · 9 min · FL 19

Turn left onto FL 50; FL 33

0.3 mi · 48 sec · West Orange Street

Continue on FL 33

21 mi · 27 min · FL 33

Enter roundabout onto FL 33

135 ft · 2 sec · Commonwealth Avenue North

Continue on FL 33

5.3 mi · 7 min · Commonwealth Avenue North

Turn left onto FL 559

1.8 mi · 2 min · Broadway Boulevard Southeast

Turn right onto FL 559

1.0 mi · 1 min · FL 559

Continue on this road

3.6 mi · 5 min · this road

Use the left lane.

Continue on Polk City Road

1.2 mi · 2 min · Polk City Road

Continue on Polk City Road

158 ft · 3 sec · Polk City Road

Continue on Lake Ariana Boulevard

0.9 mi · 2 min · Lake Ariana Boulevard

Turn left onto Old Lake Alfred Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Old Lake Alfred Road

Turn slight right onto Dairy Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Dairy Road

Continue on Charlotte Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Charlotte Road

Turn left onto FL 544

0.6 mi · 1 min · Havendale Boulevard

Turn right onto 34th Street Northwest

0.9 mi · 2 min · 34th Street Northwest

Turn left onto Avenue M Northwest

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Avenue M Northwest

Arrive at destination

Avenue M Northwest

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 8-hour, 40-minute drive, splitting it over two days is highly recommended. Aim to depart early in the morning to maximize daylight driving and allow for a relaxed pace. Plan your overnight stop strategically to break up the 462.8 miles and the 282.9-mile stretch on I-10. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during longer interstate segments, and utilize the two recommended stops for rest and refueling. This highway-heavy route means you can cover significant distance, so planning your overnight around the halfway point will be key.

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 231.4 miles from Brent, FL, or about 4h 10m 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 102 miles or 1h 51m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 231.4 miles or 4h 10m 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 231.4 miles or 4h 10m

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 14m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Inwood, 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 231 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Inwood, FL

Aim for roughly 231 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 102 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.

Mid-route town

Overnight candidate

Gainesville, FL

231 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.

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Overnight Options

Night 1

Gainesville, FL

231 mi · about 4.3h in

A practical overnight split lands near Gainesville, FL after about 231 miles or 4.3 hours of driving.

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Pacing Suggestions

Dothan, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 102 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Tallahassee, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 231.4 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 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 282.9 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 231 miles or 4.3 hours on the road.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 413 — 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...

2.6 mi into trip | ~4m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 East: Tallahassee

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee

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

413 mi into trip | ~7h 25m in

Take the exit toward US 27, FL 19: Tavares, Clermont

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 289 Toward US 27, FL 19: Tavares, Clermont

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$73.67 one way

$147.33 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 162 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$80.13	$160.27
premium	$4.72	$86.06	$172.11
diesel	$5.61	$102.18	$204.36

Estimated Tolls: $1.35

Florida's Turnpike (19.2 mi) $1.35

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

$74

Tolls

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$205–$315

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 161.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $49 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	138.8	1	$48.59	$22.21
Efficient EV	115.7	1	$40.50	$18.51
EV Truck/SUV	185.1	2	$64.79	$29.62

Gas CO2

162 kg

EV CO2

54 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 Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Brent, FL

Late night in Brent on Sunday

Local time

2:59 AM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Sunny

S 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:40AM EDT until April 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:00AM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Destination

Inwood, FL

Late night in Inwood on Sunday

Local time

3:59 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

18 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 40m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 96% of the drive taking place on major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 282.9 miles along I-10. This means you'll be covering a lot of ground efficiently, primarily on well-maintained highways. While the majority of the drive is on interstates, the inclusion of FL 33 offers a slight variation in scenery and pace before rejoining the main highway arteries.

96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

33 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 Effort 10/10

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 21 significant decision points across 462.8 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 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

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 Inwood, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando and Clermont.

Florida's Turnpike South

393.8 mi in | ~7h 4m | via Florida's Turnpike

Orlando

393.8 mi in | ~7h 4m | via Florida's Turnpike

Clermont

413 mi in | ~7h 25m

Frequently Asked Questions

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 231 miles on day one.

Expect about $1.35 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Inwood, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Not recommended in a single day. At 8.7 hours each way, a round trip means 17.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Inwood, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Brent, FL to Inwood, FL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Overnight Options

Pacing Suggestions

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Brent, FL

Inwood, FL

1 hour later

18 degrees cooler at arrival

8h 40m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Should I split this drive into multiple days?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

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