Montverde to Brent is 429.1 miles and takes about 7h 47m via I-75 and I-10, with a fuel budget near $68 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, taking you across the state on a predominantly highway route. Expect a straightforward drive with minimal complexity, making it a solid choice for a single-day transit. The main roads involved are I-75 and I-10, with a brief stint on Florida's Turnpike. It's a practical option if you need to get from central Florida to the panhandle efficiently.
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
214.6 miles from Montverde, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 55m 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
29.2 mi
31m
CR 455
2.7 mi
4m
North Hancock Road
1.5 mi
2m
CR 561A
1.4 mi
2m
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
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 46 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 Montverde, FL and Brent, FL.
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Start on Franklin Avenue
228 ft·12 sec·Franklin Avenue
2
Turn right onto CR 455
303 ft·13 sec·7th Street
3
Turn left onto CR 455
2.7 mi·4 min·CR 455
4
Turn left onto CR 561A
1.4 mi·2 min·CR 561A
5
Turn left onto North Hancock Road
1.5 mi·2 min·North Hancock Road
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike North, Ocalas
7
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
29 mi·31 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
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.
9
Merge onto I 75
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Exit 435Toward I 10: Jacksonville, TallahasseeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·30 sec
Toward I 10 West: TallahasseeUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 10
283 mi·5 hr 3 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
21
Arrive at destination
East Brent Lane
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7 hour and 47 minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Montverde to avoid any potential traffic leaving the central Florida area. With 2 planned stops, you'll have opportunities to break up the 429.1 miles, with the longest stretch being 283.4 miles on I-10. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during that long segment, as services can sometimes be more spread out on interstates. Your estimated fuel cost is $68, so budget accordingly. Given the duration, it's comfortably a one-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your stop timing.
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 214.6 miles from Montverde, FL, or about 3h 55m 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 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 214.6 miles or 3h 55m 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 40m
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 Montverde, 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 Montverde, FL
This is one driving day of about 429.1 miles and 7h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 94 miles from Montverde, 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 35 and 427.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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35 mi into trip|~42m 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
8
142.2 mi into trip|~2h 37m 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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142.4 mi into trip|~2h 37m 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
8
426.1 mi into trip|~7h 41m 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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427.4 mi into trip|~7h 43m 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
$64.96 one way
$129.91 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg150 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$71.27
$142.55
premium
$4.55
$76.87
$153.73
diesel
$4.80
$81.02
$162.04
Estimated Tolls: $2.03
Florida's Turnpike
(28.9 mi)$2.03
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
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$92–$117
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 150.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
128.7
1
$45.06
$20.60
Efficient EV
107.3
1
$37.55
$17.16
EV Truck/SUV
171.6
2
$60.07
$27.46
Gas CO2
150 kg
EV CO2
50 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 Jul 16, 2026
Origin
Montverde, FL
Morning
in Montverde on Sunday
Local time
11:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 10 mph53% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 3:32PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
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
Morning
in Brent on Sunday
Local time
10:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
95°F
Sunny
NW 5 to 10 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 3:32PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
7h 47m 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 429.1
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?
This is a 98% highway drive, meaning you'll be on major interstates for almost the entire 429.1 miles. The longest continuous stretch is 283.4 miles, primarily on I-10. You'll notice frequent exit and entrance ramps as you navigate these major corridors. Surface roads will only become a factor in the final moments of your trip as you approach Brent.
98% 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: 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 35 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 17 significant decision points across 429.1 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 35 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 142.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
280 ft66 ft
Total Climb
467 ft
Total Descent
478 ft
Highest Point
280 ft
~367.8 mi in
Elevation Range
214 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 Montverde, FL to Brent, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 47m. Total distance: 429.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 47m 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 $2.03 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 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 35 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 142.4 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 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.
