Eustis, FL to Brent, FL is 422.8 miles and takes about 7h 50m via I-75 and I-10, with a fuel budget near $67 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip keeps you within the Sunshine State, moving from the central part of Florida up towards the panhandle. It's a straightforward highway-focused journey, making it a practical choice for a single-day drive. You'll be spending most of your time on major interstates, so expect a consistent pace throughout your travels. Consider this route if you need to cover ground efficiently within Florida.
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
211.4 miles from Eustis, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
283.4 mi
5h 3m
I 75
105.8 mi
1h 53m
FL 44
11.9 mi
17m
County Road 44
10.2 mi
14m
East Main Street
3.8 mi
7m
US 441
1.7 mi
2m
CR 452
1 mi
1m
Grove Street
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 283.4 mi, about 5h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eustis, FL and Brent, FL.
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Start on East Orange Avenue
0.1 mi·18 sec·East Orange Avenue
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Turn left onto FL 19
0.6 mi·1 min·Grove Street
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Continue on FL 19
0.2 mi·23 sec·Eustis Grove Street
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Turn straight
503 ft·20 sec
5
Continue on CR 452
1.0 mi·1 min·CR 452
6
Turn left onto CR 44
10 mi·14 min·County Road 44
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Turn right onto US 441
1.7 mi·2 min·US 441
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Turn slight left
402 ft·12 sec
9
Turn right onto East Main Street
3.8 mi·7 min·East Main Street
10
Continue on FL 44
12 mi·17 min·FL 44
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·49 sec
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 75
106 mi·1 hr 53 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Exit 435Toward I 10: Jacksonville, TallahasseeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·30 sec
Toward I 10 West: TallahasseeUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 10
283 mi·5 hr 3 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
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.
20
Turn right onto FL 296
0.3 mi·52 sec·Brent Lane
21
Continue on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi·29 sec·East Brent Lane
22
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
218 ft·12 sec·Sycamore Drive
23
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
Given the 7h 50m estimated drive time, departing in the morning is advisable to allow ample daylight for the 422.8-mile journey. With only 2 recommended stops, plan them strategically for fuel and a break, perhaps around the halfway point or after the longest stretch on I-10. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the 283.4-mile segment on I-10, as services can sometimes be more spread out. The estimated fuel cost is $67, so budget accordingly. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility, but a well-timed departure will make the drive more comfortable.
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 211.4 miles from Eustis, FL, or about 4h 1m 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 93 miles or 1h 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 211.4 miles or 4h 1m 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 44m
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 Eustis, 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 Eustis, FL
This is one driving day of about 422.8 miles and 7h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 93 miles from Eustis, 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 135.8 and 421.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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135.8 mi into trip|~2h 40m 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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136 mi into trip|~2h 40m 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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419.7 mi into trip|~7h 45m 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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421 mi into trip|~7h 46m 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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421.2 mi into trip|~7h 47m 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
$67.30 one way
$134.60 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg148 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$73.21
$146.42
premium
$4.72
$78.62
$157.23
diesel
$5.61
$93.35
$186.70
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$67
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$92–$117
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 147.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $44 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
126.8
1
$44.39
$20.29
Efficient EV
105.7
1
$37.00
$16.91
EV Truck/SUV
169.1
2
$59.19
$27.06
Gas CO2
148 kg
EV CO2
49 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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Eustis, FL
Late night
in Eustis on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Brent, FL
Late night
in Brent on Sunday
Local time
12:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
80°F
Live Oak, FL
211 mi in
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
17 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
7h 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 96% of the route on major highways, so prepare for a significant amount of interstate travel. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 283.4 miles primarily on I-10, which means extended periods of consistent speed. The road character will likely remain consistent for much of the journey, dominated by the efficiency of the interstate system. While there are transitions between I-75 and I-10, the overall feel is one of forward momentum on well-maintained, high-speed roads.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 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?
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 135.8 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 16 significant decision points across 422.8 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 135.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 136 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 419.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Eustis, FL to Brent, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
Tallahassee
135.8 mi in|~2h 40m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 50m. Total distance: 422.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 50m 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.
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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 135.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 136 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 419.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.8 hours each way, a round trip means 15.7 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.
