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Trip from Fleming Island, FL to Brent, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 43m

Distance

366.6 mi

590 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$58

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
6h 32m ★
6 AM
6h 44m
8 AM
7h 8m
10 AM
6h 52m
12 PM
6h 50m
3 PM
6h 53m
5 PM
7h 7m
8 PM
6h 37m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Fleming Island, FL, FL

Fleming Island, FL

Arian Fernandez

Downtown Brent, FL, FL

Brent, FL

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Trip Overview

This 366.6-mile drive from Fleming Island, FL to Brent, FL is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 6 hours and 43 minutes. With 96% of the journey on highways, it's a predominantly high-speed route designed for efficient travel across Florida. You'll primarily be on I-10, with portions of West Beltway and US 17 also integrated into the path. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $58, making it a relatively affordable way to cover the distance. This highway-focused drive is best suited for those looking to get from point A to point B without significant detours, fitting comfortably within a single day.

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

183.3 miles from Fleming Island, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 25m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 10 344 mi 6h 9m
West Beltway 11 mi 12m
US 17 6.3 mi 10m
Town Center Boulevard 0.8 mi 1m
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway 0.4 mi <1m
Doctors Inlet Road 0.4 mi <1m
Brent Lane 0.3 mi <1m
Radar Road 0.3 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 10 — 344 mi, about 6h 9m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fleming Island, FL and Brent, FL.

1

Start on this road

0.1 mi · 42 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto Radar Road

0.3 mi · 1 min · Radar Road
3

Enter roundabout onto Town Center Boulevard

194 ft · 5 sec · Town Center Boulevard
4

Continue on Town Center Boulevard

0.7 mi · 1 min · Town Center Boulevard
5

Turn right onto CR 220

0.4 mi · 40 sec · Doctors Inlet Road
6

Turn left onto US 17

6.3 mi · 10 min · US 17
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward I 295 North
8

Merge onto I 295

11 mi · 12 min · West Beltway
Use the straight lane.
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Exit 21B Toward I 10 West: Lake City Use the slight right lane.
10

Merge onto I 10

344 mi · 6 hr 9 min · I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min
Exit 12 Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Merge onto I 110

0.4 mi · 29 sec · Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
13

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Exit 5 Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent Lane Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min
Toward FL 296: Brent Lane Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Turn right onto FL 296

0.3 mi · 52 sec · Brent Lane
16

Continue on East Brent Lane

0.1 mi · 29 sec · East Brent Lane
17

Turn left onto Sycamore Drive

218 ft · 12 sec · Sycamore Drive
18

Turn left onto East Brent Lane

34 ft · 1 sec · East Brent Lane
19

Arrive at destination

East Brent Lane

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour and 43-minute duration, this route is absolutely doable as a single-day trip. To make the most of your drive, consider an early morning departure from Fleming Island to avoid potential traffic, especially as you begin your journey on US 17 and West Beltway. With the longest stretch being 344 miles on I-10, plan for one significant stop about halfway through to refuel and stretch. The estimated fuel cost of $58 is a good budget to keep in mind, and knowing you'll spend most of your time on I-10 means you can anticipate consistent driving conditions.

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 183.3 miles from Fleming Island, FL, or about 3h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 344 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 81 miles or 1h 35m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 183.3 miles or 3h 25m 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 37m

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 Fleming Island, 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 Fleming Island, FL

This is one driving day of about 366.6 miles and 6h 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 81 miles from Fleming Island, 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 344 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Tallahassee, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Tallahassee, FL

183 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Live Oak, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Quincy, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 183.3 miles from Fleming Island, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 344 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 8.1 and 365 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
8.1 mi into trip | ~16m in | I 295 / West Beltway

Merge onto I 295 / West Beltway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
7
19.2 mi into trip | ~28m in

Take the exit toward I 10 West: Lake City

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 21B Toward I 10 West: Lake City
8
363.5 mi into trip | ~6h 38m 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
8
364.8 mi into trip | ~6h 40m 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...
7
365 mi into trip | ~6h 40m 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

$58.35 one way

$116.71 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 128 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $63.48 $126.95
premium $4.72 $68.17 $136.33
diesel $5.61 $80.94 $161.88

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$58

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$83–$108

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 128.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 110 1 $38.49 $17.60
Efficient EV 91.7 1 $32.08 $14.66
EV Truck/SUV 146.6 1 $51.32 $23.46

Gas CO2

128 kg

EV CO2

43 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 Apr 14, 2026

Origin

Fleming Island, FL

Late night in Fleming Island on Sunday

Local time

12:38 AM

EDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Brent, FL

Night in Brent on Saturday

Local time

11:38 PM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Sunny

S 10 mph 0% chance 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.

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

6h 43m 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

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 366.6
View on nps.gov
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

National Monument

Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United Stat...

28 mi from route ~70 min detour $15
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for the vast majority of this 366.6-mile trip, with 96% of the route utilizing high-speed roads like I-10. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a substantial 344 miles, primarily on I-10, meaning you'll have long periods of consistent driving. While the profile is largely highway, there are transitions onto West Beltway and US 17 that will slightly alter the road's character before you rejoin the interstate. This journey is designed for steady progress rather than scenic exploration, offering a straightforward driving experience.

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: 344 mi on I 10.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and West Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.1 miles in near I 295 / West Beltway.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 366.6 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 8.1 miles (I 295 / West Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 363.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 43m. Total distance: 366.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 43m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 344 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 8.1 miles (I 295 / West Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 363.5 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 and Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.7 hours each way, a round trip means 13.5 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.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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