Oakland Park to Brent is 642.2 miles and takes about 11 hours 40 minutes via Northeast 11th Avenue, Northeast 37th Street, and North Dixie Highway, with a fuel budget near $103 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays entirely within Florida, traversing from the southeastern part of the state to the panhandle. Since it's a long-haul drive, most people break it up over two days to make it more comfortable. Planning for this trip involves considering the significant driving time and the number of stops recommended to stay safe and alert.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
3 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
321.1 miles from Oakland Park, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 5h 53m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
283.4 mi
5h 3m
Florida's Turnpike
240.6 mi
4h 20m
I 75
106.9 mi
1h 54m
North Dixie Highway
2.2 mi
4m
Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.3 mi
2m
I 95
1.2 mi
1m
North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 283.4 mi, about 5h 3m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 76 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,325 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,879
Quietest
2 AM
~158 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.4×
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 Oakland Park, FL and Brent, FL.
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Start on Northeast 36th Street
145 ft·10 sec·Northeast 36th Street
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Turn right onto Northeast 11th Avenue
332 ft·18 sec·Northeast 11th Avenue
3
Turn right onto Northeast 37th Street
244 ft·17 sec·Northeast 37th Street
4
Turn left onto SR 811
2.2 mi·4 min·North Dixie Highway
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left onto Northeast 62nd Street
0.2 mi·25 sec·Northeast 62nd Street
6
Continue on Cypress Creek Road
0.2 mi·27 sec·Cypress Creek Road
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·57 sec
Toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach
8
Merge onto I 95
1.2 mi·1 min·I 95
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 36Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·17 sec
Toward SR 814 West: Atlantic Boulevard WestUse the left / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto SR 814
0.4 mi·44 sec·West Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·North Andrews Avenue
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
0.1 mi·28 sec·Northwest 16th Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.3 mi·2 min·Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left lane.
15
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike: Miami, Orlando
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
17
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
240 mi·4 hr 20 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
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.
19
Merge onto I 75
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Exit 435Toward I 10: Jacksonville, TallahasseeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·30 sec
Toward I 10 West: TallahasseeUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
22
Merge onto I 10
283 mi·5 hr 3 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 12Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Merge onto I 110
0.4 mi·29 sec·Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 5Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Toward FL 296: Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Turn right onto FL 296
0.3 mi·52 sec·Brent Lane
28
Continue on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi·29 sec·East Brent Lane
29
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
218 ft·12 sec·Sycamore Drive
30
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
34 ft·1 sec·East Brent Lane
31
Arrive at destination
East Brent Lane
Trip Plan
Given the 11-hour 40-minute estimated drive time, splitting this trip over two days is highly recommended. Aim to depart early on your first day to cover about half the distance, allowing for three planned stops. On your second day, you'll complete the remaining 642.2 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $103 and it's advisable to refuel when you see stations, especially since you won't be on major interstates. Pay attention to local speed limits as you transition through different towns along Northeast 11th Avenue, Northeast 37th Street, and North Dixie Highway.
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 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 321.1 miles from Oakland Park, FL, or about 5h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 283.4 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 141 miles or 2h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 321.1 miles or 5h 53m 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 321.1 miles or 5h 53m
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 10h 33m
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 Oakland Park, 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 Oakland Park, FL
Aim for roughly 321 miles and 5.8 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Brent, FL
Aim for roughly 321 miles and 5.8 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 141 miles from Oakland Park, FL.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 3 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 26
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.7 and 640.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
4.7 mi into trip|~9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 814 West: Atlantic Boulevard West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 814 West: Atlantic Boulevard West
8
355.3 mi into trip|~6h 30m 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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355.4 mi into trip|~6h 30m 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
639.2 mi into trip|~11h 34m 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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640.5 mi into trip|~11h 36m 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
$103.26 one way
$206.52 round trip
$4.08/gal25.4 MPG avg225 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.44
$112.31
$224.62
premium
$4.78
$120.80
$241.61
diesel
$6.18
$156.23
$312.45
Estimated Tolls: $16.83
Florida's Turnpike
(240.4 mi)$16.83
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
$103
Tolls
$17
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$250–$360
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 224.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
EV Charging Along Route
14 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
Fort Lauderdale, FL - East Sunrise Boulevard - Tesla Supercharger
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Tesla
16 DCFC
Walmart 2946 (Ft Lauderdale, FL)
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Electrify America
10 DCFC
Wilton Manors
Wilton Manors, FL
eVgo Network
10 DCFC
Fort Lauderdale, FL - Tesla Supercharger
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Tesla
8 DCFC
FPL EVolution - Sprouts Farmers Market
Oakland Park, FL
FPLEV
4 DCFC
606 N Federal Hwy
Fort Lauderdale, FL
US_SUPERCHARGE
4 DCFC
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Fort Lauderdale (Holman Motorcars)
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $67 in charging
· 2 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
192.7
2
$67.43
$30.83
Efficient EV
160.6
1
$56.19
$25.69
EV Truck/SUV
256.9
3
$89.91
$41.10
Gas CO2
225 kg
EV CO2
75 kg (67% less)
Plan for 2 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Oakland Park, FL
Morning
in Oakland Park on Monday
Local time
10:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Clear
NE 17 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
Morning
in Brent on Monday
Local time
9:57 AM
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
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
23 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
11h 40m 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 642.2
Park Closure: Hurricane Isaias Closures Florida
Park Closure: Hurricane Isaias Closures Mississippi
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is entirely on surface roads, with a 0% highway share. You'll be navigating through local streets and main thoroughfares for the entire 642.2 miles. Expect a consistent pace with numerous intersections and traffic signals as you pass through towns and cities. The longest stretch without a significant break in this urban and suburban cruising will be a key factor in your planning.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 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 Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in.
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 26 significant decision points across 642.2 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 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 355.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 355.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
165 ft6 ft
Total Climb
260 ft
Total Descent
168 ft
Highest Point
165 ft
~367.7 mi in
Elevation Range
159 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 Oakland Park, FL to Brent, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
The longest stretch is about 283.4 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 321 miles on day one.
Expect about $16.83 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.
Yes — we found about 61 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 3 meaningful breaks. There are 61 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 355.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 355.4 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 11.7 hours each way, a round trip means 23.3 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.
