Lecanto, FL to Brent, FL is 370.3 miles and takes about 7h 12m via I 10 and Suncoast Boulevard, with a fuel budget near $59 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, beginning in the central part of the state and heading northwest. Expect a mixed drive, with a significant portion on the interstate but also some time on local roads. Given the 7-hour drive time, it's a solid day trip, but plan for at least two stops to break up the journey and stay refreshed.
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
185.1 miles from Lecanto, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 51m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
211.8 mi
3h 47m
Young Boulevard
89.3 mi
1h 53m
Suncoast Boulevard
47 mi
59m
Gulf to Lake Highway
6.5 mi
10m
US 19
6.3 mi
7m
Florida Georgia Parkway
4.8 mi
6m
Northeast 5th Street
0.9 mi
1m
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 60 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,350 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,751
Quietest
2 AM
~150 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 102 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 Lecanto, FL and Brent, FL.
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Start on FL 44
261 ft·6 sec·Gulf to Lake Highway
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Turn right onto South Rowe Terrace
260 ft·13 sec·South Rowe Terrace
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Turn right onto West Postal Lane
334 ft·16 sec·West Postal Lane
4
Turn right onto CR 491
249 ft·7 sec·South Lecanto Highway
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Turn left onto FL 44
6.4 mi·10 min·Gulf to Lake Highway
6
Continue on FL 44
0.9 mi·1 min·Northeast 5th Street
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Turn right onto US 19; US 98
47 mi·59 min·Suncoast Boulevard
Use the right lane.
8
Continue on US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
89 mi·1 hr 53 min·Young Boulevard
9
Continue on US 19; US 27
6.3 mi·7 min·US 19; US 27
10
Continue on US 19
4.8 mi·6 min·Florida Georgia Parkway
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·57 sec
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
12
Merge onto I 10
212 mi·3 hr 47 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 12Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 110
0.4 mi·29 sec·Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 5Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Toward FL 296: Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn right onto FL 296
0.3 mi·52 sec·Brent Lane
18
Continue on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi·29 sec·East Brent Lane
19
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
218 ft·12 sec·Sycamore Drive
20
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 the most of this 7-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Lecanto to maximize daylight. With two recommended stops, plan to stretch your legs and refuel around the halfway point, potentially near the 211.8-mile I 10 segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer interstate stretches, as services can be spaced out. The $59 fuel cost is an estimate, so factor in current prices. This drive is manageable in one day, but breaking it up is always an option if you prefer a more relaxed pace.
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 185.1 miles from Lecanto, FL, or about 3h 51m 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 81 miles or 1h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 185.1 miles or 3h 51m 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 6m
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 Lecanto, 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 Lecanto, FL
This is one driving day of about 370.3 miles and 7h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 81 miles from Lecanto, 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 368.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|South Rowe Terrace
Turn right onto South Rowe Terrace
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|West Postal Lane
Turn right onto West Postal Lane
Navigation decision point
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367.2 mi into trip|~7h 7m 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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368.5 mi into trip|~7h 8m 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
368.8 mi into trip|~7h 8m 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
$59.54 one way
$119.08 round trip
$4.08/gal25.4 MPG avg130 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.46
$64.95
$129.90
premium
$4.78
$69.72
$139.43
diesel
$6.28
$91.50
$182.99
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$60
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$85–$110
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 129.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
111.1
1
$38.88
$17.77
Efficient EV
92.6
1
$32.40
$14.81
EV Truck/SUV
148.1
1
$51.84
$23.70
Gas CO2
130 kg
EV CO2
43 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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Lecanto, FL
Evening
in Lecanto on Thursday
Local time
6:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Partly Cloudy
NNE 13 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:34AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:26AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Destination
Brent, FL
Evening
in Brent on Thursday
Local time
5:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Clear
NE 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:34AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:26AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
79°F
Boston, GA
185 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
9 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 12m 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 370.3
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 drive offers a blend of highway speeds and more local road cruising. With 60% of the route on highways like I 10, you'll experience stretches of efficient travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 211.8 miles on I 10, allowing for sustained progress. The journey begins with highways like Suncoast Boulevard and Young Boulevard before transitioning to the faster pace of I 10. As you approach your destination, the landscape will shift, offering a varied driving experience.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 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 route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Rowe Terrace.
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 370.3 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (South Rowe Terrace): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Postal Lane): Navigation decision point; at 367.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 12m. Total distance: 370.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 12m 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: near the start (South Rowe Terrace): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Postal Lane): Navigation decision point; at 367.2 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 7.2 hours each way, a round trip means 14.4 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.
