Spanning 657.5 miles from the Florida Panhandle to the Miami area, this cross-state journey takes you from Brent to Ives Estates. You should plan for a total travel time of approximately 11 hours and 56 minutes behind the wheel. Given the length of this trek, breaking the trip into two days is highly recommended to keep your energy levels steady. You can expect to spend about $110 on fuel for the entire excursion. Moving from the northern region of the state down to the southern tip, you will experience a significant change in geography and pace. This isn't a quick jaunt, so prepare for a full-scale road trip commitment.
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
328.7 miles from Brent, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 5h 54m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
282.9 mi
5h 3m
Florida's Turnpike
240.6 mi
4h 19m
I 75
107.2 mi
1h 54m
I 95
18.3 mi
21m
Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi
2m
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
0.9 mi
1m
Ives Dairy Road
0.7 mi
1m
North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 282.9 mi, about 5h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brent, FL and Ives Estates, 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
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike
241 mi·4 hr 19 min·Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328Toward Florida's Turnpike South, OrlandoUse the slight left / straight lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 67Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
251 ft·15 sec
Toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard
14
Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi·2 min·Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
0.1 mi·25 sec·Northwest 16th Avenue
16
Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·North Andrews Avenue
17
Turn left onto SR 814
497 ft·16 sec·West Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left lane.
18
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·58 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
19
Merge onto I 95
18 mi·21 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 16Toward Northeast 203rd Street, Ives Dairy RoadUse the slight right lane.
21
Turn right
188 ft·4 sec
Toward Hard Rock Stadium, Calder Casino
22
Continue on Ives Dairy Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Ives Dairy Road
Use the right lane.
23
Turn left onto Northeast 12th Avenue
0.2 mi·35 sec·Northeast 12th Avenue
Use the left lane.
24
Turn left onto Northeast 202nd Terrace
264 ft·17 sec·Northeast 202nd Terrace
25
Turn left onto Northeast 12th Court
140 ft·8 sec·Northeast 12th Court
26
Turn right onto Northeast 203rd Street
230 ft·10 sec·Northeast 203rd Street
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Arrive at destination
Northeast 203rd Street
Trip Plan
To manage the 657.5-mile distance effectively, try to leave early in the morning to beat congestion near major hubs. Factor in your three planned stops to stretch your legs and refuel, keeping in mind that your fuel budget is roughly $110. Since this is a long-distance drive, splitting the journey into two days will help you arrive in Ives Estates feeling refreshed rather than exhausted. Prioritize consistent pacing throughout the trip to avoid fatigue. A solid strategy is to monitor your fuel levels closely between your three stops, ensuring you don't run low in more isolated stretches between major junctions.
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 328.7 miles from Brent, FL, or about 5h 54m 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 145 miles or 2h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 328.7 miles or 5h 54m 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 328.7 miles or 5h 54m
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 10h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ives Estates, 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 329 miles and 6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Ives Estates, FL
Aim for roughly 329 miles and 6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 145 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 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 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 656 — 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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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
634.4 mi into trip|~11h 24m in
Take the exit toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard
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 67
Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther Kin...
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656 mi into trip|~11h 52m in
Take the exit toward Northeast 203rd Street, Ives Dairy Road
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 16
Toward Northeast 203rd Street, Ives Dairy Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$104.66 one way
$209.31 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg230 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$113.85
$227.69
premium
$4.72
$122.26
$244.52
diesel
$5.61
$145.17
$290.34
Estimated Tolls: $16.84
Florida's Turnpike
(240.6 mi)$16.84
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
$105
Tolls
$17
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$252–$362
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 230 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $69 in charging
· 2 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
197.3
2
$69.04
$31.56
Efficient EV
164.4
1
$57.53
$26.30
EV Truck/SUV
263
3
$92.05
$42.08
Gas CO2
230 kg
EV CO2
77 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 15, 2026
Origin
Brent, FL
Evening
in Brent on Saturday
Local time
8:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Ives Estates, FL
Night
in Ives Estates on Saturday
Local time
9:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
10 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 56m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Your route begins by navigating local surface streets like Brent Lane before transitioning onto I-110 North and the Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway. While the journey covers a substantial distance, it relies on a variety of road types rather than a single, monotonous interstate grind. With a highway share of 0%, you will encounter a diverse mix of driving environments that demand your full attention. The road character shifts as you progress southward, requiring you to remain adaptable to changing traffic patterns and road conditions. Expect a steady, focused drive that keeps you engaged throughout the nearly 12-hour duration.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 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 Florida's Turnpike. 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 22 significant decision points across 657.5 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 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.
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 Ives Estates, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
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
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 329 miles on day one.
Expect about $16.84 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 Ives Estates, 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 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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 11.9 hours each way, a round trip means 23.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Ives Estates, FL before the return drive.
