New Port Richey to Brent is 412.1 miles and takes about 8h 11m via I 10 and surface roads, with a fuel budget near $65 and enough daylight to finish in a day, though an overnight stop is recommended. This trip stays within Florida, beginning in the Tampa Bay area and heading north. The route offers a mix of efficient highway cruising and surface road travel, making it a practical choice for reaching the Florida Panhandle. Given the duration, breaking this drive into two days allows for a more relaxed pace and time to appreciate the varied landscapes of the state.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
206.1 miles from New Port Richey, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 29m 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
61.7 mi
1h 20m
Commercial Way
19.5 mi
25m
US Highway 19
14.3 mi
22m
US 19
6.3 mi
7m
Florida Georgia Parkway
4.8 mi
6m
Main Street
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 211.8 mi, about 3h 47m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 44 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,445 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,810
Quietest
2 AM
~154 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.4×
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 New Port Richey, FL and Brent, FL.
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Start on Tennessee Avenue
113 ft·7 sec·Tennessee Avenue
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Turn right onto Grand Boulevard
0.4 mi·51 sec·Grand Boulevard
3
Turn left onto Main Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Main Street
4
Turn right onto US 19
14 mi·22 min·US Highway 19
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on US 19
19 mi·25 min·Commercial Way
6
Continue on US 19
62 mi·1 hr 20 min·Suncoast Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
89 mi·1 hr 53 min·Young Boulevard
8
Continue on US 19; US 27
6.3 mi·7 min·US 19; US 27
9
Continue on US 19
4.8 mi·6 min·Florida Georgia Parkway
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·57 sec
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
11
Merge onto I 10
212 mi·3 hr 47 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 12Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 110
0.4 mi·29 sec·Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 5Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Toward FL 296: Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto FL 296
0.3 mi·52 sec·Brent Lane
17
Continue on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi·29 sec·East Brent Lane
18
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
218 ft·12 sec·Sycamore Drive
19
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
34 ft·1 sec·East Brent Lane
20
Arrive at destination
East Brent Lane
Trip Plan
With an 8h 11m estimated drive time, this route is best tackled over two days to avoid fatigue. Consider departing New Port Richey in the morning to make good progress on the initial highway sections. Plan for your overnight stop around the halfway point to break up the 412.1 miles. You'll want to budget around $65 for fuel, so keep an eye on gas prices as you travel. Pay attention to the transition from highway to surface roads, as this can significantly impact your travel time and require adjusting your driving.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 206.1 miles from New Port Richey, FL, or about 4h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 211.8 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 91 miles or 2h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 206.1 miles or 4h 29m 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 206.1 miles or 4h 29m
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 7h 5m
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 New Port Richey, 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 New Port Richey, FL
Aim for roughly 206 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Brent, FL
Aim for roughly 206 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 91 miles from New Port Richey, FL.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 410.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.9 mi into trip|~1m in|US 19 / US Highway 19
Turn right onto US 19 / US Highway 19
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
197.2 mi into trip|~4h 19m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
409 mi into trip|~8h 6m 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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410.4 mi into trip|~8h 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...
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410.6 mi into trip|~8h 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
$62.38 one way
$124.77 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg144 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$68.45
$136.90
premium
$4.55
$73.82
$147.64
diesel
$4.80
$77.81
$155.62
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$62
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$192–$302
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 144.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $43 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
123.6
1
$43.27
$19.78
Efficient EV
103
1
$36.06
$16.48
EV Truck/SUV
164.8
2
$57.69
$26.37
Gas CO2
144 kg
EV CO2
48 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 17, 2026
Origin
New Port Richey, FL
Late night
in New Port Richey on Tuesday
Local time
5:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
NW 6 mph36% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 10:34PM EDT by NWS Miami 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
Late night
in Brent on Tuesday
Local time
4:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Mostly Clear
W 5 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 10:34PM EDT by NWS Miami 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.
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
2 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
8h 11m 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 412.1
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 drive is a mixed highway and surface road experience, with 58% of the route on highways. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 211.8 miles on I 10, offering sustained highway cruising. After this, expect the road to transition to surface roads, which will likely involve more frequent intersections and varied speed limits. The profile suggests a change from open highway to more built-up areas or rural roads with local traffic.
58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 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?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near US 19 / US Highway 19.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 412.1 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 0.9 miles (US 19 / US Highway 19): Lane positioning matters here; at 197.2 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 409 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
New Port Richey, otherwise known as NPR, or New Port, is a city founded in 1924 that is full of restaurants, stores, and activities, in the Big Bend Coast region of Florida.
Top landmarks
•Hacienda Hotel — hotel in New Port Richey, Florida, United States of America
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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 — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 206 miles on day one.
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: at 0.9 miles (US 19 / US Highway 19): Lane positioning matters here; at 197.2 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 409 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 8.2 hours each way, a round trip means 16.4 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.
