Pelican Bay, FL to Brent, FL is 617.1 miles and takes about 11 hours 10 minutes via I-75 and I-10, with a fuel budget near $98 and an overnight recommendation. This long-distance drive will take you across the state of Florida, moving from the southwestern region to the panhandle. You'll spend the vast majority of your time on major interstate highways, making this a straightforward, if lengthy, journey. Given the 11-hour drive time, it's best to plan for an overnight stop to break up the trip comfortably.
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
308.5 miles from Pelican Bay, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 5h 37m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
322.6 mi
5h 46m
I 10
283.4 mi
5h 3m
Immokalee Road
3.7 mi
6m
Tamiami Trail North
3.1 mi
4m
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
0.4 mi
<1m
Brent Lane
0.3 mi
<1m
Gulf Park Drive
0.3 mi
<1m
East Brent Lane
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 322.6 mi, about 5h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pelican Bay, FL and Brent, FL.
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Start on The Club
11 ft·6 sec·The Club
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Continue on The Club
311 ft·27 sec·The Club
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Turn left onto Gulf Park Drive
0.3 mi·53 sec·Gulf Park Drive
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At end of road, turn right onto US 41
0.2 mi·18 sec·Tamiami Trail North
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Continue on US 41
2.9 mi·4 min·Tamiami Trail North
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Turn right onto CR 846
3.7 mi·6 min·Immokalee Road
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Take the ramp
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward I 75 North: Tampa
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Merge onto I 75
323 mi·5 hr 46 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Exit 435Toward I 10: Jacksonville, TallahasseeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·30 sec
Toward I 10 West: TallahasseeUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 10
283 mi·5 hr 3 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.
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Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Toward FL 296: Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Turn right onto FL 296
0.3 mi·52 sec·Brent Lane
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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
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Arrive at destination
East Brent Lane
Trip Plan
For this 11-hour drive, splitting the journey over two days is highly recommended. Plan to depart early on your first day to cover approximately half the distance, ideally around 300 miles, and find lodging. On the second day, you'll have about 317 miles remaining to reach Brent. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longer stretches on I-75, as services can be spaced out. The fuel cost estimate of $98 is based on average prices, so monitor gas prices as you travel.
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 308.5 miles from Pelican Bay, FL, or about 5h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 322.6 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 136 miles or 2h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 308.5 miles or 5h 37m 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 308.5 miles or 5h 37m
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 4m
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 Pelican Bay, 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 Pelican Bay, FL
Aim for roughly 309 miles and 5.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Brent, FL
Aim for roughly 309 miles and 5.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 136 miles from Pelican Bay, 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 75 for about 322.6 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 330.1 and 615.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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330.1 mi into trip|~6h 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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330.3 mi into trip|~6h 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
614 mi into trip|~11h 5m 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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615.3 mi into trip|~11h 6m 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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615.5 mi into trip|~11h 7m 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
$98.23 one way
$196.45 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg216 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$106.85
$213.70
premium
$4.72
$114.75
$229.49
diesel
$5.61
$136.25
$272.50
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$98
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$228–$338
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 215.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $65 in charging
· 2 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
185.1
2
$64.80
$29.62
Efficient EV
154.3
1
$54.00
$24.68
EV Truck/SUV
246.8
3
$86.39
$39.49
Gas CO2
216 kg
EV CO2
72 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 Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Pelican Bay, FL
Night
in Pelican Bay on Saturday
Local time
9:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Brent, FL
Evening
in Brent on Saturday
Local time
8:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Partly Cloudy
0 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Fire Weather Watch
Fire Weather Watch issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 20 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee 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
5 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 10m 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 617.1
Park Closure: Fort Pickens Campground Restroom A Loop Closure
In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...
12 mi from route
~31 min detour
Free
near mile 127.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly an interstate experience, with a 98% highway share, designed for efficient travel over long distances. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 322.6 miles on I-75, offering a consistent, high-speed driving environment. While the majority of the drive involves familiar interstate cruising, keep in mind that the route is characterized by its length rather than dramatic changes in scenery or road type. Expect long stretches of open highway that are ideal for making good time.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 322.6 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 330.1 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 617.1 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 330.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 330.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 614 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Pelican Bay, FL to Brent, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
Tallahassee
330.1 mi in|~6h
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 322.6 miles on I 75. 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 309 miles on day one.
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 3 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 330.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 330.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 614 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 and De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 11.2 hours each way, a round trip means 22.3 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.
