This 638-mile journey from Coconut Creek to Brent, Florida, will take approximately 9 hours and 4 minutes of driving time. Given the distance and duration, it's best planned as a two-day trip, allowing for a more relaxed pace and time to make your two recommended stops. You'll be traveling entirely within Florida, experiencing different parts of the state as you head north. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $107. This long-distance route offers a straightforward way to cover a significant portion of the state, making it a practical option for relocating or visiting friends and family.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
3 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
318.6 miles from Coconut Creek, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 5h 48m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
283.4 mi
5h 3m
Florida's Turnpike
239.2 mi
4h 18m
I 75
106.9 mi
1h 54m
Lyons Road
1.6 mi
3m
West Sample Road
1.2 mi
2m
Wynmoor Circle
0.6 mi
1m
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
0.4 mi
<1m
Brent Lane
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 283.4 mi, about 5h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coconut Creek, FL and Brent, FL.
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Start on Portofino Point
62 ft·4 sec·Portofino Point
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Continue on Portofino Point
0.1 mi·26 sec·Portofino Point
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At end of road, turn left onto Wynmoor Circle
0.6 mi·1 min·Wynmoor Circle
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Turn right onto Westgate Drive
0.1 mi·25 sec·Westgate Drive
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Turn right onto Lyons Road
1.6 mi·3 min·Lyons Road
Use the left lane.
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Turn right onto SR 834
1.2 mi·2 min·West Sample Road
Use the right lane.
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Take the ramp
522 ft·12 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike: Miami, OrlandoUse the right lane.
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Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North Toll
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Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
239 mi·4 hr 18 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
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.
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Merge onto I 75
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Exit 435Toward I 10: Jacksonville, TallahasseeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·30 sec
Toward I 10 West: TallahasseeUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
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Merge onto I 10
283 mi·5 hr 3 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 12Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Merge onto I 110
0.4 mi·29 sec·Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 5Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Toward FL 296: Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Turn right onto FL 296
0.3 mi·52 sec·Brent Lane
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Continue on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi·29 sec·East Brent Lane
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Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
218 ft·12 sec·Sycamore Drive
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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 make this 9-hour drive manageable, splitting it over two days is highly recommended, with two stops planned along the way. Consider an early morning departure from Coconut Creek to maximize daylight driving. Pacing your stops will be key, ensuring you have opportunities to rest and refuel every few hours, especially since you're not on high-speed highways. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $107 estimated cost is based on continuous travel; local roads can sometimes be less predictable for fueling stations. A good midpoint for an overnight stay would be around the halfway mark, roughly 300-350 miles into your journey.
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 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 318.6 miles from Coconut Creek, FL, or about 5h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 283.4 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 140 miles or 2h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 318.6 miles or 5h 48m 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 318.6 miles or 5h 48m
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 10h 26m
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 Coconut Creek, 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 Coconut Creek, FL
Aim for roughly 319 miles and 5.8 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Brent, FL
Aim for roughly 319 miles and 5.8 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 140 miles from Coconut Creek, FL.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 3 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 243 and 635.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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243 mi into trip|~4h 27m 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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350.2 mi into trip|~6h 22m 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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350.4 mi into trip|~6h 22m 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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634.1 mi into trip|~11h 27m 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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635.4 mi into trip|~11h 28m 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
$101.43 one way
$202.85 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg223 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$110.33
$220.66
premium
$4.72
$118.48
$236.97
diesel
$5.61
$140.69
$281.37
Estimated Tolls: $16.72
Florida's Turnpike
(238.9 mi)$16.72
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
$101
Tolls
$17
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$248–$358
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 222.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $67 in charging
· 2 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
191.2
2
$66.91
$30.59
Efficient EV
159.3
1
$55.76
$25.49
EV Truck/SUV
254.9
3
$89.21
$40.78
Gas CO2
223 kg
EV CO2
75 kg (66% less)
Plan for 2 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Coconut Creek, FL
Night
in Coconut Creek on Saturday
Local time
9:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Brent, FL
Evening
in Brent on Saturday
Local time
8:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
10 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
11h 32m 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.
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 637.2
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?
This drive is characterized by its local road nature, with a 0% highway share, meaning you'll be navigating through communities for the entire 638 miles. You'll be following roads like Portofino Point, Wynmoor Circle, and Westgate Drive, which suggests a route that winds through residential and local business areas rather than high-speed interstates. While there isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, expect a consistent pace dictated by local traffic and speed limits. This profile points to a drive where you'll be more immersed in the local landscape rather than a blur of highway miles.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 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 Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 243 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 19 significant decision points across 637.2 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 243 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 350.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 350.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Coconut Creek, FL to Brent, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
Tallahassee
350.2 mi in|~6h 22m
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.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 319 miles on day one.
Expect about $16.72 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 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 3 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 243 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 350.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 350.4 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 11.5 hours each way, a round trip means 23.1 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.
