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Trip from Brent, FL to Lake Placid, FL

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

Drive Time

10h 9m

Distance

526.5 mi

847 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$84

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
10h 0m ★
6 AM
10h 10m
8 AM
10h 28m
10 AM
10h 16m
12 PM
10h 14m
3 PM
10h 17m
5 PM
10h 27m
8 PM
10h 4m

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

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Downtown Brent, FL, FL

Brent, FL

DΛVΞ GΛRCIΛ

Downtown Lake Placid, FL, FL

Lake Placid, FL

Matt Fitz Gibaud

Trip Overview

Brent, FL to Lake Placid, FL is 526.5 miles and takes about 10 hours 9 minutes via I 10 and I 75, with a fuel budget near $86 and enough daylight to finish in a day, though an overnight is recommended. This is a long-distance journey entirely within Florida, taking you from the panhandle region down towards the central part of the state. Given the nearly 10.5-hour drive time, it's best to plan for at least two days to make the trip more comfortable and less rushed. You'll be spending most of your time on major interstates, so expect a straightforward, albeit lengthy, drive.

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

263.2 miles from Brent, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 44m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 10 282.9 mi 5h 3m
I 75 107.2 mi 1h 54m
US 27 91.9 mi 2h 4m
Florida's Turnpike 29.2 mi 31m
Citrus Tower Boulevard 2.5 mi 4m
North Hancock Road 2.4 mi 3m
Hallmark Avenue 2.2 mi 8m
CR 621 1.7 mi 3m
Longest stretch: I 10 — 282.9 mi, about 5h 3m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brent, FL and Lake Placid, 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 North Use 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 6 Toward I 10 East, FL 291: Tallahassee, Davis Highway Use 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 296A Toward 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

29 mi · 31 min · Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328 Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando Use the slight left / straight lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Exit 278 Toward Minneola Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Turn right onto North Hancock Road

2.4 mi · 3 min · North Hancock Road
Use the right lane.
14

Turn right onto North Ridge Boulevard

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Ridge Boulevard
15

Turn left onto Citrus Tower Boulevard

2.5 mi · 4 min · Citrus Tower Boulevard
Use the right lane.
16

Continue on Citrus Tower Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Citrus Tower Road
17

Turn left onto US 27

0.4 mi · 45 sec · US 27
18

Continue on US 27

11 mi · 14 min · US 27
Use the left lane.
19

Continue on US 27

13 mi · 18 min · US 27
Use the right lane.
20

Continue on US 27

0.4 mi · 36 sec · US 27
21

Continue on US 27

0.2 mi · 18 sec · US 27
Use the left lane.
22

Continue on US 27

2.7 mi · 3 min · US 27
23

Continue on US 27

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 27
24

Continue on US 27

39 mi · 50 min · US 27
Use the left lane.
25

Continue on US 27; US 98

10 mi · 14 min · US 27; US 98
Use the left lane.
26

Continue on US 27; US 98

14 mi · 18 min · US 27; US 98
Use the left lane.
27

Turn left onto CR 621

1.7 mi · 3 min · CR 621
Use the left lane.
28

Turn left onto Hallmark Avenue

2.2 mi · 8 min · Hallmark Avenue
29

Continue on Virginia Avenue

1.3 mi · 4 min · Virginia Avenue
30

Arrive at destination

Virginia Avenue

Trip Plan

For this 10-hour drive, splitting it over two days is highly recommended to avoid fatigue. Plan to start your first day early, perhaps around 8 AM, to maximize daylight hours. With two recommended stops, consider breaking the journey around the halfway point or a bit before to rest and refuel. The longest stretch on I 10 is significant, so ensure you are well-rested before beginning that section. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you approach the end of your drive.

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 263.2 miles from Brent, FL, or about 4h 44m 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 116 miles or 2h 6m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 263.2 miles or 4h 44m 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 263.2 miles or 4h 44m

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 8h 39m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lake Placid, 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 263 miles and 5.1 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Lake Placid, FL

Aim for roughly 263 miles and 5.1 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 116 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.

Downtown Tallahassee, FL, FL

First major stop

Coffee and fuel

Tallahassee, FL

174 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.

Downtown Lake Butler, FL, FL

Second major stop

Overnight candidate

Lake Butler, FL

347 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 Lake Butler, FL

Overnight Options

Night 1

Bushnell, FL

263 mi · about 5.1h in

A practical overnight split lands near Bushnell, FL after about 263 miles or 5.1 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Dothan, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 116 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lake City, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 263.2 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 263 miles or 5.1 hours on the road.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Krispy Kreme

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Tallahassee, Florida

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 188

Hours: 6 am–11 pm

+18503856038

Visit website

Starbucks

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Tallahassee, Florida

1.7 mi

Maple Street Biscuit Company

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

2.4 mi

Top Coffee Stop

7 Brew Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 188

Hours: 5:30 am–10 pm

+14793589274

Visit website

7 Brew Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

1.5 mi

Anime Garage Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

1.6 mi

Krispy Kreme

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 6 am–11 pm

+18503856038

Visit website

Starbucks

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+18505621373

Visit website

Maple Street Biscuit Company

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18503919512

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 4:30 am–8 pm

+18503862417

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+18504252641

Visit website

WestEnd Square

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+15168691240

Visit website

Honest Living Tea House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+18507654156

Visit website

Bruegger's Bagels

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Inexpensiv mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+18502241409

Visit website

7 Brew Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 5:30 am–10 pm

+14793589274

Visit website

7 Brew Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 5:30 am–10 pm

+14793589274

Visit website

Anime Garage Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14482303794

Visit website

Tally Cat Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 12–8 pm

Visit website

Donut Kingdom

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+18502221080

Visit website

32 degree creamery

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

Visit website

Black Dog Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18502242518

Visit website

Beignets & Brew

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18508253040

Visit website

EVPassport Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19292971722

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 338.4

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Pensacola, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 338.4

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Hampton Inn Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 338.4

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 338.4

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Pensacola, Florida

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 75.2

Defuniak Springs, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Lake Jackson Mounds State Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+18509226007

Visit website

Mission San Luis

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18502456406

Visit website

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 338.4

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Closed

+13523724981

Visit website

Tomahawks 51

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Closed

+18509996339

Visit website

Kavakaze

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 188

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+18505659955

Go Retro

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Pensacola, Florida

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

+18504665220

Visit website

Pensacola MESS Hall

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour

Pensacola, Florida

Hours: 12–5 pm

+18779376377

Visit website

Wallaby Ranch

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 451.3

Davenport, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–7 pm

+18635574600

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 423.4 — 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
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
7
423 mi into trip | ~7h 35m in

Take the exit toward Minneola

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 278 Toward Minneola
6
423.4 mi into trip | ~7h 36m in | North Hancock Road

Turn right onto North Hancock Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$83.80 one way

$167.61 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 184 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $91.16 $182.33
premium $4.72 $97.90 $195.80
diesel $5.61 $116.24 $232.49

Estimated Tolls: $2.04

Florida's Turnpike (29.2 mi) $2.04

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

$84

Tolls

$2

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$216–$326

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 184.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $55 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 158 1 $55.28 $25.27
Efficient EV 131.6 1 $46.07 $21.06
EV Truck/SUV 210.6 2 $73.71 $33.70

Gas CO2

184 kg

EV CO2

62 kg (66% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Brent, FL

Afternoon in Brent on Sunday

Local time

3:21 PM

CDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lake Placid, FL

Afternoon in Lake Placid on Sunday

Local time

4:21 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

83°F

Lake Butler, FL

347 mi in

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

10h 9m 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?

This route is overwhelmingly an interstate experience, with 98% of the drive on major highways like I 10 and I 75. You'll encounter a 282.9-mile stretch on I 10, which represents the longest uninterrupted segment of this trip. Expect consistent travel speeds for the majority of your journey, allowing for efficient progress. The character of the drive is primarily that of a long-distance haul, focusing on covering ground rather than leisurely sightseeing.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 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?

9/10

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 9/10

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 15 significant decision points across 526.5 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 Lake Placid, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando and Minneola.

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

Minneola

423 mi in | ~7h 35m

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 263 miles on day one.

Expect about $2.04 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 Lake Placid, 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.

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 10.2 hours each way, a round trip means 20.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Lake Placid, 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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