This 614.1-mile journey from Brent, FL to Island Walk, FL is a significant undertaking, estimated to take 11 hours and 5 minutes of driving time. Given its length, it's best suited for an overnight split, especially with a recommended two days for the trip. The route primarily utilizes I-75 and I-10, making it a long-distance drive predominantly on major highways. Expect to spend around $98 on fuel for this trip, which includes three planned stops. This drive is entirely within Florida, traversing the state from one point to another.
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
307.1 miles from Brent, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 5h 31m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
322.8 mi
5h 45m
I 10
282.9 mi
5h 3m
Logan Boulevard North
2 mi
3m
Immokalee Road
1.4 mi
2m
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
0.9 mi
1m
Islandwalk Boulevard
0.5 mi
2m
Brent Lane
0.4 mi
1m
Vanderbilt Beach Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 322.8 mi, about 5h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brent, FL and Island Walk, 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
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
161 mi·2 hr 52 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
74 mi·1 hr 19 min·I 75
Toward South I 75: NaplesUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
88 mi·1 hr 34 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Exit 111Toward CR 846: North Naples, Delnor - Wiggins State Park
14
Keep slight left at fork
296 ft·9 sec
Toward CR 846 EastUse the left lane.
15
Turn left onto CR 846
1.4 mi·2 min·Immokalee Road
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn right onto Logan Boulevard North
2.0 mi·3 min·Logan Boulevard North
17
Turn left onto CR 862
0.4 mi·50 sec·Vanderbilt Beach Road
18
Turn left onto Islandwalk Boulevard
0.5 mi·2 min·Islandwalk Boulevard
19
At end of road, turn right onto Towncenter Circle
334 ft·14 sec·Towncenter Circle
20
Arrive at destination
Towncenter Circle
Trip Plan
For this 11-hour drive, splitting it over two days is highly recommended to avoid fatigue. Aim to start early in the morning on your first day to maximize daylight hours. With only three stops planned, be sure to pace them well, utilizing rest areas or services along I-75 and I-10. Given the $98 fuel cost, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch on I-75 where services might be spaced further apart. Planning your overnight stop roughly halfway through will make the journey more manageable.
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 307.1 miles from Brent, FL, or about 5h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 322.8 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 135 miles or 2h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 307.1 miles or 5h 31m 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 307.1 miles or 5h 31m
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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Island Walk, 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 307 miles and 5.5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Island Walk, FL
Aim for roughly 307 miles and 5.5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 135 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 322.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 307.1 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 322.8 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stop
For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 307 miles or 5.5 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 609.7 — 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...
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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
6
521.4 mi into trip|~9h 21m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
609.7 mi into trip|~10h 56m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CR 846 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward CR 846 East
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$97.75 one way
$195.50 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg215 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$106.33
$212.66
premium
$4.72
$114.19
$228.38
diesel
$5.61
$135.59
$271.17
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$98
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$228–$338
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 214.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $64 in charging
· 2 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
184.2
2
$64.48
$29.48
Efficient EV
153.5
1
$53.73
$24.56
EV Truck/SUV
245.6
3
$85.97
$39.30
Gas CO2
215 kg
EV CO2
72 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 Apr 14, 2026
Origin
Brent, FL
Evening
in Brent on Saturday
Local time
8:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Sunny
S 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 14 at 4:28PM EDT until April 16 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 14 at 12:29PM EDT until April 15 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Island Walk, FL
Night
in Island Walk on Saturday
Local time
9:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°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
3 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
11h 5m 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...
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...
14 mi from route
~36 min detour
Free
near mile 487.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is overwhelmingly that of a long-distance interstate journey, with 99% of the route on highways. You'll spend the majority of your time on I-75 and I-10, which are built for sustained high speeds. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a substantial 322.8 miles on I-75, highlighting the continuous nature of this segment. Logan Boulevard North provides a brief transition, but the overall feel is one of efficient, albeit monotonous, highway travel across Florida.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 322.8 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 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 614.1 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 322.8 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 307 miles on day one.
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 Island Walk, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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.
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 11.1 hours each way, a round trip means 22.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Island Walk, FL before the return drive.
