Brent, FL to Nokomis, FL is 527.9 miles and takes about 9h 31m via I 10 and I 75, with a fuel budget near $84 and an overnight recommendation. This long-distance drive will take you across the state of Florida, moving from the Panhandle region down to the Gulf Coast. With 99% of the journey on highways, expect a fairly direct path. Given the 9.5-hour driving time, it's best to break this trip into two days to avoid fatigue and enjoy the journey more comfortably. This route is ideal for those prioritizing efficiency and covering ground across 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
263.9 miles from Brent, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
282.9 mi
5h 3m
I 75
234.8 mi
4h 11m
FL 681
3.9 mi
5m
Tamiami Trail
2.1 mi
3m
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
0.9 mi
1m
Brent Lane
0.4 mi
1m
Colonia Lane East
0.4 mi
1m
East Brent Lane
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 282.9 mi, about 5h 3m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 61 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~3,521 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,339
Quietest
2 AM
~398 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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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 Nokomis, 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
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 right at fork onto FL 681
3.9 mi·5 min·FL 681
Toward FL 681: Venice, OspreyUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto US 41
2.1 mi·3 min·Tamiami Trail
14
Turn left onto Colonia Lane East
0.4 mi·1 min·Colonia Lane East
15
Arrive at destination
Colonia Lane East
Trip Plan
For this 9h 31m drive, consider splitting the journey over two days, making your first day's goal around the 282.9-mile mark on I 10. This pacing allows for a more relaxed approach and ensures you arrive at your overnight stop well-rested. Plan your fuel stops strategically; while the highway share is high, knowing your fuel range is key. The estimated fuel cost of $84 is a good baseline, but always factor in potential price fluctuations. Departing early in the morning on your first day will maximize daylight hours and allow you to reach your planned stopping point comfortably.
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 263.9 miles from Brent, FL, or about 4h 45m 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 263.9 miles or 4h 45m 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 263.9 miles or 4h 45m
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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nokomis, 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 264 miles and 4.8 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Nokomis, FL
Aim for roughly 264 miles and 4.8 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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 521.4 — 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...
5
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
7
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
8
521.4 mi into trip|~9h 21m in|FL 681
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 681 toward FL 681: Venice, Osprey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward FL 681: Venice, Osprey
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$84.03 one way
$168.06 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg185 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.41
$91.59
$183.19
premium
$4.74
$98.58
$197.15
diesel
$5.35
$111.19
$222.38
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$84
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$214–$324
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 184.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $55 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
158.4
1
$55.43
$25.34
Efficient EV
132
1
$46.19
$21.12
EV Truck/SUV
211.2
2
$73.91
$33.79
Gas CO2
185 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 May 30, 2026
Origin
Brent, FL
Evening
in Brent on Wednesday
Local time
7:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 5 mph13% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued May 30 at 4:42AM EDT until June 2 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Nokomis, FL
Evening
in Nokomis on Wednesday
Local time
8:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Mostly Cloudy
W 2 to 10 mph10% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued May 30 at 4:42AM 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
8 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
9h 31m 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.
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...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 491.5
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is overwhelmingly a highway experience, with 99% of the drive taking place on major interstates like I 10 and I 75. You'll encounter a long, uninterrupted stretch of 282.9 miles on I 10, which means you can settle in for some extended driving. The character is primarily that of a long-distance interstate cruise, designed for covering miles efficiently. While the majority is fast-paced highway, the final leg may involve some transitions as you approach your destination on FL 681.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 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?
8/10
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 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 11 significant decision points across 527.9 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.
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 264 miles on day one.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza 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 Nokomis, 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. There are 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.
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.
Yes — De Soto National Memorial and Gulf Islands National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 9.5 hours each way, a round trip means 19.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Nokomis, FL before the return drive.
