Citrus Springs to Brent is 361.2 miles and takes about 7h 7m via I 10 and US 19, with a fuel budget near $63 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Florida, taking you from the central part of the state up towards the panhandle. With a high percentage of highway driving, this is a straightforward trip focused on covering distance efficiently. Plan for two stops along the way to break up the nearly 7.5 hours of driving time.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
180.6 miles from Citrus Springs, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 52m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
211.8 mi
3h 47m
US 19
121.9 mi
2h 33m
CR 336
10.7 mi
18m
Florida Georgia Parkway
4.8 mi
6m
County Road 40
3.6 mi
6m
Florida Avenue
2.8 mi
4m
North Citrus Springs Boulevard
1.5 mi
3m
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 211.8 mi, about 3h 47m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 30 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,340 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,673
Quietest
2 AM
~147 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.1×
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 Citrus Springs, FL and Brent, FL.
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Start on North Greco Terrace
484 ft·22 sec·North Greco Terrace
2
Turn right onto North Citrus Springs Boulevard
1.5 mi·3 min·North Citrus Springs Boulevard
3
Turn left onto US 41
2.8 mi·4 min·Florida Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto Datesman Avenue
0.1 mi·40 sec·Datesman Avenue
5
Turn left onto CR 40; CR 336
347 ft·8 sec·West Pennsylvania Avenue
6
Turn right onto CR 40; CR 336
0.4 mi·43 sec·Cedar Street
7
Continue on CR 40; CR 336
3.6 mi·6 min·County Road 40
8
Turn right onto CR 336
11 mi·18 min·CR 336
9
Merge onto US 19; US 98
116 mi·2 hr 25 min·US 19; US 98
10
Continue on US 19; US 27
6.3 mi·7 min·US 19; US 27
11
Continue on US 19
4.8 mi·6 min·Florida Georgia Parkway
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·57 sec
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
13
Merge onto I 10
212 mi·3 hr 47 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 12Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 110
0.4 mi·29 sec·Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 5Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Toward FL 296: Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn right onto FL 296
0.3 mi·52 sec·Brent Lane
19
Continue on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi·29 sec·East Brent Lane
20
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
218 ft·12 sec·Sycamore Drive
21
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
34 ft·1 sec·East Brent Lane
22
Arrive at destination
East Brent Lane
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7-hour drive, consider departing in the morning to ensure you have ample daylight for the entire trip. With 361.2 miles to cover, you'll want to factor in your two planned stops. Given the longest stretch is over 200 miles on I 10, ensure you have sufficient fuel before entering that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services can be spaced out on interstate highways in some sections of Florida.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 180.6 miles from Citrus Springs, FL, or about 3h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 211.8 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 79 miles or 1h 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 180.6 miles or 3h 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brent, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Citrus Springs, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Citrus Springs, FL
This is one driving day of about 361.2 miles and 7h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 79 miles from Citrus Springs, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 211.8 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 359.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.6 mi into trip|~4m in|US 41 / Florida Avenue
Turn left onto US 41 / Florida Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
4.5 mi into trip|~9m in|CR 40; CR 336 / West Pennsylvania Avenue
Turn left onto CR 40; CR 336 / West Pennsylvania Avenue
Navigation decision point
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358.1 mi into trip|~7h 2m in
Take the exit toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12
Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach
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359.5 mi into trip|~7h 4m in
Take the exit toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent Lane
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent...
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359.7 mi into trip|~7h 4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward FL 296: Brent Lane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward FL 296: Brent Lane
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$54.68 one way
$109.36 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg126 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$60.00
$119.99
premium
$4.55
$64.70
$129.41
diesel
$4.80
$68.20
$136.40
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 126.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
108.4
1
$37.93
$17.34
Efficient EV
90.3
1
$31.61
$14.45
EV Truck/SUV
144.5
1
$50.57
$23.12
Gas CO2
126 kg
EV CO2
42 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Citrus Springs, FL
Evening
in Citrus Springs on Sunday
Local time
5:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Clear
NW 3 mph8% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 17 at 3:45AM EDT until July 18 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 2:50AM EDT until July 17 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Destination
Brent, FL
Afternoon
in Brent on Sunday
Local time
4:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Mostly Clear
W 5 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 17 at 3:45AM EDT until July 18 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 2:50AM EDT until July 17 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Miami 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 earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
2 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
7h 7m 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...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
$25
near mile 361.2
Park Closure: Fort Pickens Campground Restroom B/D Loop Closure
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is almost entirely highway, with 97% of the drive on major roads like I 10 and US 19. You'll experience a long stretch of 211.8 miles on I 10 before transitioning to other roads. Expect a steady pace for most of the trip, with the highway portion likely featuring frequent exits as you pass through populated areas.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 211.8 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US 19. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near US 41 / Florida Avenue.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 361.2 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (US 41 / Florida Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles (CR 40; CR 336 / West Pennsylvania Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 358.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
176 ft13 ft
Total Climb
277 ft
Total Descent
277 ft
Highest Point
176 ft
~206.4 mi in
Elevation Range
162 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 7m. Total distance: 361.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 7m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 211.8 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 19 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 Brent, 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 19 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (US 41 / Florida Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles (CR 40; CR 336 / West Pennsylvania Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 358.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Gulf Islands National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.1 hours each way, a round trip means 14.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Brent, FL before the return drive.
