Origin
Palm Shores, FL
Afternoon in Palm Shores on Sunday
Local time
12:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Palm Shores, 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
9h 14m
Distance
506.1 mi
814 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$81
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
9h 6m
★
6 AM
9h 14m
8 AM
9h 31m
10 AM
9h 20m
12 PM
9h 18m
3 PM
9h 21m
5 PM
9h 30m
8 PM
9h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Palm Shores, FL
DΛVΞ GΛRCIΛ
Brent, FL
DΛVΞ GΛRCIΛ
Trip Overview
This 508-mile journey from Palm Shores to Brent, Florida, is designed as a single-day adventure, estimated to take about 7 hours and 31 minutes of driving time. You'll navigate primarily using Viera Boulevard and I-95 North, with a portion on FL-528, covering a significant distance within the state. With a projected fuel cost of $85 and two planned stops, it’s a manageable long-distance drive for a dedicated traveler. This route offers a straightforward path across Florida, making it a practical choice for reaching your destination efficiently without requiring an overnight stay.
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
253 miles from Palm Shores, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 40m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 283.4 mi | 5h 3m |
| I 75 | 106.9 mi | 1h 54m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 53.5 mi | 57m |
| Beachline Expressway | 37.1 mi | 41m |
| I 95 | 10.9 mi | 11m |
| US 1 | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| Viera Boulevard | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 283.4 mi, about 5h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palm Shores, FL and Brent, FL.
1
Start on US 1
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
US 1
Use the left lane.
2
Turn left onto Viera Boulevard
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Viera Boulevard
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
4
Merge onto I 95
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 205AB
Toward FL 528, FL 528 Toll: Port Canaveral, Orlando
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward FL 528 West Toll: Orlando
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 205B
Toward FL 528 Toll West: Orlando
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto FL 528
37 mi
·
41 min
·
Beachline Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 4
Toward US 17, US 92, US 441
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike, Oсala, Miami
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
this road
Toward Orlando
12
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
53 mi
·
57 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Florida's Turnpike
Toward I 75 North: Ocala
Use the straight lane.
14
Merge onto I 75
107 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 435
Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 10
283 mi
·
5 hr 3 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 12
Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto I 110
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
20
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.
21
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward FL 296: Brent Lane
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Turn right onto FL 296
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Brent Lane
23
Continue on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Brent Lane
24
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
218 ft
·
12 sec
·
Sycamore Drive
25
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
34 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Brent Lane
26
Arrive at destination
East Brent Lane
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 508-mile drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight hours and avoid potential afternoon traffic. With an estimated duration of over 7 hours, planning for two stops is wise for stretching and refueling. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you progress inland, and budget around $85 for gas. A concrete tip for this route: familiarize yourself with the Viera Boulevard and FL-528 segments beforehand, as these will be your initial and intermediate guides before merging onto I-95 North.
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 253 miles from Palm Shores, FL, or about 4h 40m 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 111 miles or 2h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 253 miles or 4h 40m 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 253 miles or 4h 40m
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 8h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brent, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Palm Shores, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
+
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
+
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 Palm Shores, FL
Aim for roughly 253 miles and 4.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Brent, FL
Aim for roughly 253 miles and 4.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 111 miles from Palm Shores, 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 283.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
167 mi into the route
Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch
This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.
Second major stop
Overnight candidate
334 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Tallahassee, FLOvernight Options
Night 1
253 mi · about 4.6h in
A practical overnight split lands near Lake City, FL after about 253 miles or 4.6 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 111 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 253 miles from Palm Shores, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 283.4 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 253 miles or 4.6 hours on the road.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 225 decision points cluster between mile 19.4 and 57.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
19.4 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward FL 528, FL 528 Toll: Port Canaveral, Orlando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 205AB
Toward FL 528, FL 528 Toll: Port Canaveral, Orl...
8
19.7 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Keep slight left at fork toward FL 528 West Toll: Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward FL 528 West Toll: Orlando
9
20 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 528 Toll West: Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 205B
Toward FL 528 Toll West: Orlando
8
57.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward US 17, US 92, US 441
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4
Toward US 17, US 92, US 441
8
57.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike, Oсala, Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Florida's Turnpike, Oсala, Miami
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$80.56 one way
$161.12 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
177 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $87.63 | $175.26 |
| premium | $4.72 | $94.11 | $188.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $111.74 | $223.48 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.73
Florida's Turnpike
(53.3 mi)
$3.73
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
$81
Tolls
$4
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$214–$324
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 177.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $53 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 151.8 | 1 | $53.14 | $24.29 |
| Efficient EV | 126.5 | 1 | $44.28 | $20.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 202.4 | 2 | $70.85 | $32.39 |
Gas CO2
177 kg
EV CO2
59 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.
Destination
Brent, FL
Morning in Brent on Sunday
Local time
11:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
17 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
9h 14m 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 506.1
Park Closure: Fort Pickens Campground Restroom A Loop Closure
Caution: Road workers on Park Road in Davis Bayou
Canaveral National Seashore
National Seashore
Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself...
28 mi from route
~71 min detour
$25
near mile 17.5
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that largely sticks to major arteries, with a 0% highway share indicating it's not a typical interstate experience. While the route data doesn't specify the longest uninterrupted stretch, the overall profile is that of a long-distance drive. You'll likely encounter a mix of arterial roads and potentially some urban or suburban stretches as you move through Florida. The progression of roads suggests a journey that prioritizes directness over scenic detours, keeping you moving steadily toward your destination.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 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 19.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 22 significant decision points across 506.1 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 19.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 20 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Palm Shores, FL and Brent, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike, Oсala, Miami, Orlando and Tallahassee.
Florida's Turnpike
57.6 mi in
|
~1h 9m
Oсala
57.6 mi in
|
~1h 9m
Miami
57.6 mi in
|
~1h 9m
Orlando
58.4 mi in
|
~1h 11m
Tallahassee
219.1 mi in
|
~4h 4m
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.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 253 miles on day one.
Expect about $3.73 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 19.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 20 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Gulf Islands National Seashore and Canaveral National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 9.2 hours each way, a round trip means 18.5 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Brent, FL
More from Palm Shores, FL
More trips to Brent, FL
Explore more options from Palm Shores, FL or browse trips ending in Brent, FL.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse FL road trips.