Spanning 428.5 miles across Florida, this trek from Clermont to Brent is a significant undertaking that typically requires about 6 hours and 13 minutes of time behind the wheel. Because the route relies on turn-heavy local roads rather than high-speed interstates, it is a demanding drive that is best suited for a single, focused day of travel. You should budget approximately $72 for fuel to complete the journey comfortably. While the trip stays within the state of Florida, the transition from the Central Florida area toward the Panhandle covers a substantial distance. Given the intensity of the navigation required, you may want to ensure you are well-rested before heading out for this full-day commitment.
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
213.5 miles from Clermont, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 57m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
283.4 mi
5h 3m
I 75
106.9 mi
1h 54m
Florida's Turnpike
19.1 mi
20m
US 27
10.1 mi
14m
FL 50
1 mi
1m
East Avenue
0.9 mi
2m
South Main Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Lake Minneola Drive
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 283.4 mi, about 5h 3m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 92 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,268 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,749
Quietest
2 AM
~152 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.3×
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 Clermont, FL and Brent, FL.
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Start on Linden Street
235 ft·15 sec·Linden Street
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Turn left onto 10th Street
0.2 mi·38 sec·10th Street
3
Turn right onto FL 50
0.9 mi·1 min·FL 50
4
Continue on FL 50
140 ft·8 sec·FL 50
5
Turn left onto East Avenue
0.9 mi·2 min·East Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on Lake Minneola Drive
0.6 mi·1 min·Lake Minneola Drive
7
Continue on South Main Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·South Main Avenue
8
Turn left onto US 27
6.8 mi·9 min·US 27
9
Continue on US 27
0.3 mi·23 sec·US 27
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 27
3.0 mi·4 min·US 27
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala
12
Continue on this road
0.4 mi·48 sec·this road
Toward Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala
13
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
19 mi·20 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike
0.2 mi·15 sec·Florida's Turnpike
Toward I 75 North: OcalaUse the straight lane.
15
Merge onto I 75
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Exit 435Toward I 10: Jacksonville, TallahasseeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·30 sec
Toward I 10 West: TallahasseeUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 10
283 mi·5 hr 3 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 12Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Merge onto I 110
0.4 mi·29 sec·Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 5Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Toward FL 296: Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Turn right onto FL 296
0.3 mi·52 sec·Brent Lane
24
Continue on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi·29 sec·East Brent Lane
25
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
218 ft·12 sec·Sycamore Drive
26
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
34 ft·1 sec·East Brent Lane
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Arrive at destination
East Brent Lane
Trip Plan
To tackle this 428.5-mile route effectively, aim for an early morning departure to account for the slower pace of local roads and the high number of turns. While the data suggests a single stop is sufficient, remain flexible and pull over whenever you feel the need to stretch, especially given the technical nature of the navigation. Since you aren't relying on major highways, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge and plan your $72 budget around gas stations located on your primary path. Because you are navigating strictly through local streets and secondary roads, verify your GPS settings to ensure you stay on the intended course rather than being diverted to faster, but longer, routes. Taking it slow and steady will keep you energized for the duration of the 6-hour and 13-minute trip.
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 213.5 miles from Clermont, FL, or about 3h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 283.4 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 94 miles or 1h 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 213.5 miles or 3h 57m 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 42m
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 Clermont, 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 Clermont, FL
This is one driving day of about 427.1 miles and 7h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 94 miles from Clermont, 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 283.4 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 32.9 and 425.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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32.9 mi into trip|~44m in|Florida's Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike toward I 75 North: Ocala
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 75 North: Ocala
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140.1 mi into trip|~2h 38m in
Take the exit toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
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 435
Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
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140.3 mi into trip|~2h 39m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
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424 mi into trip|~7h 43m 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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425.3 mi into trip|~7h 45m 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$64.65 one way
$129.31 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg149 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$70.94
$141.88
premium
$4.55
$76.51
$153.02
diesel
$4.80
$80.64
$161.29
Estimated Tolls: $1.32
Florida's Turnpike
(18.9 mi)$1.32
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
$65
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$91–$116
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 149.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
128.1
1
$44.85
$20.50
Efficient EV
106.8
1
$37.37
$17.08
EV Truck/SUV
170.8
2
$59.79
$27.33
Gas CO2
149 kg
EV CO2
50 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Clermont, FL
Evening
in Clermont on Monday
Local time
8:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
W 0 to 5 mph21% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 16 at 11:29AM EDT until July 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Destination
Brent, FL
Evening
in Brent on Monday
Local time
7:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Mostly Clear
W 5 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 16 at 11:29AM EDT until July 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
7h 48m 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 427.1
Park Closure: Fort Pickens Campground Restroom A Loop Closure
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a very different experience than a standard interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share and relies heavily on local roads like 10th Street, East Avenue, and Lake Minneola Drive. The character of the drive is distinctly turn-heavy, requiring your full attention as you navigate through various local corridors. Without long, uninterrupted stretches of highway to zone out on, you will find yourself constantly engaged with the road layout. This is not a route for those looking to make quick time, but rather a journey defined by the pace of the local infrastructure. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience that demands frequent adjustments throughout the 428.5-mile course.
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: 283.4 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 32.9 miles in near Florida's Turnpike.
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 18 significant decision points across 427.1 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 32.9 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 140.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 140.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
257 ft58 ft
Total Climb
409 ft
Total Descent
452 ft
Highest Point
257 ft
~366 mi in
Elevation Range
200 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 Clermont, FL to Brent, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
Clermont is a city in Lake County, Florida, just over 20 miles (32 km) west of Orlando. While the city is small and primarily residential, it is home to a handful of landmarks and offbeat attractions that make it a stop worth considering when in the area. In 2019, the population was about 39,000, an increase of 10,000 over nine years. The city quadrupled its population from 2000 to 2019.
Top landmarks
•Florida Citrus Tower — observation tower in Clermont, Florida
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 48m. Total distance: 427.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 48m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 283.4 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.32 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.
Yes — we found about 47 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 47 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 32.9 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 140.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 140.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Gulf Islands National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.8 hours each way, a round trip means 15.6 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.
