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Trip from Palatka, 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

7h 5m

Distance

372.1 mi

599 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$59

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
6h 54m ★
6 AM
7h 5m
8 AM
7h 28m
10 AM
7h 13m
12 PM
7h 11m
3 PM
7h 14m
5 PM
7h 27m
8 PM
6h 59m

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

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Trip Overview

This 372-mile drive from Palatka, FL, to Brent, FL, is estimated to take about 5 hours and 51 minutes of pure driving time. With a fuel cost of approximately $62, this route is best tackled as a single-day trip, especially since it's entirely within Florida. The journey utilizes main roads like Reid Street, Madison Street, and Southeast State Road 100, indicating a more local and turn-heavy experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. The overall feel is that of a practical, point-to-point drive through familiar Florida landscapes. Plan for this to be a day-long adventure, allowing time for the necessary stops and turns.

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

186 miles from Palatka, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 43m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 10 288.2 mi 5h 9m
Reid Street 39.2 mi 53m
Madison Street 24.9 mi 34m
Southeast State Road 100 10 mi 12m
Northwest US Highway 41 2.8 mi 3m
CR 100A 2.6 mi 3m
Northwest Main Boulevard 0.8 mi 1m
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 10 — 288.2 mi, about 5h 9m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on US 17; FL 100

1.2 mi · 2 min · Reid Street
Use the left lane.
2

Turn left onto FL 100

38 mi · 51 min · Reid Street
Use the left lane.
3

Continue on FL 100

25 mi · 34 min · Madison Street
Use the straight lane.
4

Continue on FL 100

10.0 mi · 12 min · Southeast State Road 100
5

Keep slight right at fork onto CR 100A

2.6 mi · 3 min · CR 100A
6

Continue on US 441; FL 100A

0.4 mi · 35 sec · Northwest Bascom Norris Drive
7

Turn right onto US 41

0.3 mi · 31 sec · Northwest Main Boulevard
8

Enter roundabout onto US 41

133 ft · 2 sec · Northwest Main Boulevard
9

Continue on US 41

0.5 mi · 38 sec · Northwest Main Boulevard
10

Continue on US 41

2.8 mi · 3 min · Northwest US Highway 41
11

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward I 10 West: Live Oak
12

Merge onto I 10

288 mi · 5 hr 9 min · I 10
Use the straight lane.
13

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min
Exit 12 Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach Use 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 5 Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent Lane Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min
Toward FL 296: Brent Lane Use 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

Given the 5-hour 51-minute estimated drive time, this trip is manageable in one day, but consider an early departure to maximize daylight and minimize stress. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing. The fuel cost of $62 is a good estimate, but always factor in a buffer. Since this is a 'turn-heavy local drive' with a 0% highway share, keeping your navigation system active and paying close attention to road signs will be crucial. Don't be afraid to pull over briefly if you need to reorient yourself; the local nature of the route means services are likely accessible without significant detours.

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 186 miles from Palatka, FL, or about 3h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 288.2 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 82 miles or 1h 52m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 186 miles or 3h 43m 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 59m

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 Palatka, 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 Palatka, FL

This is one driving day of about 372.1 miles and 7h 5m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Palatka, 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 288.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Thomas County, Georgia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Boston, GA

186 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

Lake City, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 82 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Tallahassee, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 186 miles from Palatka, 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 288.2 miles.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Starbucks

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Tallahassee, Florida

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 186

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+18505621373

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

7 Brew Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 186

Hours: 5:30 am–10 pm

+14793589274

Visit website

Starbucks

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 186

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+18505621373

Visit website

Two Cuban Guy's Home of Garcia's Place

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 79.7

Lake City, Florida

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+13057755055

Ellianos Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 79.7

Lake City, Florida

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+13867520202

Visit website

Maple Street Biscuit Company

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 186

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18503919512

Visit website

Krispy Kreme

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 186

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 6 am–11 pm

+18503856038

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 186

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+18504252641

Visit website

WestEnd Square

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 186

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+15168691240

Visit website

Ellianos Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 79.7

Lake City, Florida

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+13864388064

Visit website

7 Brew Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 186

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 5:30 am–10 pm

+14793589274

Visit website

7 Brew Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 186

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 5:30 am–10 pm

+14793589274

Visit website

XAPA coffee & bakery

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 79.7

Lake City, Florida

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13864388720

Visit website

Donut Kingdom

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 186

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+18502221080

Visit website

32 degree creamery

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour Inexpensiv mile 186

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

Visit website

BW Blacksmith Coffee | Hwy 90

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 79.7

Lake City, Florida

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+13864388553

Visit website

SAGE Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 79.7

Lake City, Florida

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+13867529875

Visit website

Anime Garage Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 186

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14482303794

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 239.2

Marianna, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 239.2

Marianna, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 372

Pensacola, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 79.7

Lake City, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 372

Pensacola, Florida

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 186

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 79.7

Lake City, Florida

+18336322778

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 372

Pensacola, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Boathouse Riverfront Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Palatka, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13863853662

Visit website

Project P.L.A.Y. Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Palatka, Florida

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

Go Retro

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 372

Pensacola, Florida

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

+18504665220

Visit website

Lake Jackson Mounds State Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 186

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+18509226007

Visit website

Mission San Luis

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 186

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18502456406

Visit website

Pensacola MESS Hall

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 372

Pensacola, Florida

Hours: 12–5 pm

+18779376377

Visit website

Tomahawks 51

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 186

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: Closed

+18509996339

Visit website

The Graffiti Bridge

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 372

Pensacola, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18503619306

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 370.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
1.2 mi into trip | ~2m in | FL 100 / Reid Street

Turn left onto FL 100 / Reid Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
77.4 mi into trip | ~1h 46m in | US 41 / Northwest Main Boulevard

Enter roundabout onto US 41 / Northwest Main Boulevard

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

8
369 mi into trip | ~7h 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
370.3 mi into trip | ~7h 1m 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
370.6 mi into trip | ~7h 2m 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

$59.23 one way

$118.46 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 130 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $64.43 $128.86
premium $4.72 $69.19 $138.38
diesel $5.61 $82.15 $164.31

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$59

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$84–$109

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 130.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 111.6 1 $39.07 $17.86
Efficient EV 93 1 $32.56 $14.88
EV Truck/SUV 148.8 1 $52.09 $23.81

Gas CO2

130 kg

EV CO2

44 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 15, 2026

Origin

Palatka, FL

Late night in Palatka on Sunday

Local time

3:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Brent, FL

Late night in Brent on Sunday

Local time

2:30 AM

CDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

55°F

Boston, GA

186 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

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 5m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 372-mile journey, as indicated by the 0% highway share. This means you'll be navigating through towns and along state roads for the entire duration, with no long stretches of uninterrupted highway driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests frequent changes in direction and speed. The drive will likely feel more like a series of connected local trips rather than a continuous flow on a major highway. Be prepared for varying speed limits and the need to pay close attention to navigation as you transition between different local roads.

78% 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: 288.2 mi on I 10.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Reid Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near FL 100 / Reid Street.

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 372.1 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 1.2 miles (FL 100 / Reid Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 77.4 miles (US 41 / Northwest Main Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 369 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 7h 5m. Total distance: 372.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 5m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 288.2 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 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 1.2 miles (FL 100 / Reid Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 77.4 miles (US 41 / Northwest Main Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 369 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.1 hours each way, a round trip means 14.2 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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