Brent, FL to Yulee, FL is 371.1 miles and takes about 6h 50m via I 10 and US 301, with a fuel budget near $57 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Florida, taking you across the panhandle and into the northeastern part of the state. It's a straightforward, mostly highway trip that's well-suited for a single day of travel. You'll find it's a practical choice if you need to get between these two points efficiently without many detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
185.5 miles from Brent, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 21m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
330.4 mi
5h 54m
US 301
17.4 mi
23m
SR A1A
12.9 mi
17m
US 301 Highway South
6.6 mi
8m
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
0.9 mi
1m
Brent Lane
0.4 mi
1m
East Brent Lane
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 330.4 mi, about 5h 54m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 136 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,174 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,702
Quietest
2 AM
~147 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 102 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 Yulee, 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
330 mi·5 hr 54 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Exit 343Toward US 301: Baldwin, Starke
10
Keep slight left at fork
309 ft·7 sec
11
Continue on US 301
6.6 mi·8 min·US 301 Highway South
12
Continue on US 301
1.2 mi·1 min·US 301
13
Continue on US 301
0.3 mi·25 sec·US 301
14
Continue on US 301
16 mi·21 min·US 301
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on SR A1A; FL 200
13 mi·16 min·SR A1A; FL 200
Use the left lane.
16
Take the exit
397 ft·18 sec
17
Turn sharp left onto SR A1A; FL 200
0.1 mi·18 sec·SR A1A; FL 200
18
Turn right
160 ft·11 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6h 50m drive, consider an early morning departure to avoid any potential afternoon traffic. With a fuel cost estimated at $57, plan your refueling stops accordingly, though the longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 330.4 miles on I 10. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility, but breaking it up is unnecessary unless you prefer a more relaxed pace. Keep an eye out for the transition from I 10 to US 301 as you approach your destination.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 185.5 miles from Brent, FL, or about 3h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 330.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 82 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 185.5 miles or 3h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yulee, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brent, FL
This is one driving day of about 371.1 miles and 6h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Brent, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 330.4 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 370.9 — 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
6
333.6 mi into trip|~5h 59m in
Take the exit toward US 301: Baldwin, Starke
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 343
Toward US 301: Baldwin, Starke
6
370.9 mi into trip|~6h 49m in|SR A1A; FL 200
Turn sharp left onto SR A1A; FL 200
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$59.67 one way
$119.34 round trip
$4.08/gal25.4 MPG avg130 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.44
$64.90
$129.80
premium
$4.78
$69.81
$139.62
diesel
$6.18
$90.28
$180.55
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$60
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$85–$110
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 129.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
111.3
1
$38.97
$17.81
Efficient EV
92.8
1
$32.47
$14.84
EV Truck/SUV
148.4
1
$51.95
$23.75
Gas CO2
130 kg
EV CO2
43 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 Oct 18, 2026
Origin
Brent, FL
Late night
in Brent on Monday
Local time
4:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Sunny
NE 10 to 15 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 2:56AM EDT until October 20 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 2:21AM EDT until October 18 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Yulee, FL
Late night
in Yulee on Monday
Local time
5:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Mostly Sunny
NE 18 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 2:56AM EDT until October 20 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 2:21AM EDT until October 18 at 11:00PM 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.
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 50m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect to be on the highway for 96% of this trip, totaling well over 300 miles of continuous driving on I 10. This means you'll experience long stretches of consistent cruising. The transition to surface roads will occur near the end of your drive, with US 301 and SR A1A making up the final miles. You'll notice a high density of exits on I 10 for much of the route.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 330.4 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US 301. 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 Effort7/10
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 371.1 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 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
221 ft36 ft
Total Climb
320 ft
Total Descent
381 ft
Highest Point
221 ft
~159 mi in
Elevation Range
185 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Brent, FL to Yulee, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Starke along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 50m. Total distance: 371.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 50m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 330.4 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 31 rest areas or service plazas 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 Yulee, 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 1 meaningful breaks. There are 31 rest areas 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 — Gulf Islands National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.8 hours each way, a round trip means 13.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Yulee, FL before the return drive.
