El Criollo
Near the start, short detour
Summerfield, Florida
Hours: 4–9 PM
+13523079300
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 32m
Distance
414.4 mi
667 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$63
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Webster, FL
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Brent, FL
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Webster, FL to Brent, FL is 414.4 miles and takes about 7h 32m via I-75 and I-10, with a fuel budget near $62 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida for its entirety, mostly following major interstate highways. Expect a straightforward drive with minimal complexity, making it a practical choice if you need to cover this distance efficiently. With only two recommended stops and a mostly highway profile, you can anticipate a consistent pace for most of the 414.4 miles.
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
207.2 miles from Webster, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 48m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 283.4 mi | 5h 3m |
| I 75 | 114.4 mi | 2h 2m |
| North Market Boulevard | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| CR 470 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Brent Lane | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| US 301 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Brent Lane | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 76 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,320 veh/hr typical · worst 1,837
Quietest
2 AM
~156 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between Webster, FL and Brent, FL.
Start on West Central Avenue
Turn left onto FL 471; CR 478
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 471
At end of road, turn left onto US 301; CR 470
Turn right onto CR 470
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 75
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Merge onto I 110
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn right onto FL 296
Continue on East Brent Lane
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
Arrive at destination
Given the 7-hour drive time, departing in the morning will allow you to reach Brent, FL with plenty of daylight to spare. With only two suggested stops, you can choose to make them brief or more leisurely. Factor in the $62 fuel cost for budgeting. Since this is a single-day drive, you have flexibility, but consider a mid-drive break around the halfway point to stay refreshed before tackling the 283.4-mile stretch on I-10. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you get further into the longer highway segments.
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 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 91 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 207.2 miles or 3h 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brent, FL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Webster, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Webster, FL
This is one driving day of about 414.4 miles and 7h 32m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
207 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.
A short stop after about 91 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 207.2 miles from Webster, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Best meal stop · first break window
Summerfield, Florida
Near the start, short detour
Hours: 4–9 PM
+13523079300
Two Cuban Guy's Home of Garcia's Place
Lake City, Florida
Best coffee break · early in the drive
Lake City, Florida
Early in the drive, short detour
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+13867520202
The Kookaburra Alachua
Alachua, Florida
SAGE Coffee
Lake City, Florida
Near the start, short detour
Summerfield, Florida
Hours: 4–9 PM
+13523079300
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Lake City, Florida
Hours: 11 am–6 pm
+13057755055
Near the start, short detour
Ocala, Florida
Hours: 7 AM–9 PM
+13523877996
Near the start, ~10 min detour
Ocala, Florida
Hours: 7:30 AM–8 PM
+13522336291
Near the start, right off the route
Webster, Florida
Hours: Closed
+18636173579
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Lake City, Florida
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+13867520202
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Alachua, Florida
Hours: 6:30 am–7 pm
+19042099391
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Lake City, Florida
Hours: 6 am–7 pm
+13867529875
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Ocala, Florida
Hours: 7 am–4 pm
+13526933143
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Alachua, Florida
Hours: 8 am–2 pm
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Lake City, Florida
Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm
+13864388553
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Lake City, Florida
Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm
+13864388553
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Pensacola, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Reddick, Florida
Hours: 5 am–1 pm
+19499452000
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Pensacola, Florida
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Pensacola, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Lake City, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Pensacola, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Lake City, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Early in the drive, short detour
Alachua, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Pensacola, Florida
Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm
+18504665220
Visit websiteNear the end, ~10 min detour
Pensacola, Florida
Hours: 12–5 pm
+18779376377
Visit websiteNear the end, ~10 min detour
Pensacola, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18503619306
Visit websiteNear the end, ~11 min detour
Pensacola, Florida
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+18505955993
Visit websiteNear the end, ~11 min detour
Pensacola, Florida
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+18505951559
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 127.5 and 412.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
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
Keep slight left at fork toward FL 296: Brent Lane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$62.73 one way
$125.46 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $68.83 | $137.67 |
| premium | $4.55 | $74.23 | $148.47 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $78.25 | $156.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$63
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 145 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $44 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 124.3 | 1 | $43.51 | $19.89 |
| Efficient EV | 103.6 | 1 | $36.26 | $16.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 165.8 | 2 | $58.02 | $26.52 |
Gas CO2
145 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Webster on Monday
Local time
8:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 13 at 3:44PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 13 at 3:29PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Destination
Evening in Brent on Monday
Local time
7:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 13 at 3:44PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 13 at 3:29PM 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.
Time zone
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
National Seashore
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Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
This route is 97% highway, meaning you'll spend nearly all your time on interstates. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 283.4 miles on I-10. You'll transition from I-75 to I-10, and the bulk of your driving will be on these high-speed corridors. Expect a steady flow of traffic and frequent, well-spaced exits for services as you cruise across the state.
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 127.5 miles in.
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 16 significant decision points across 414.4 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 127.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 127.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 411.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
364 ft
Total Descent
356 ft
Highest Point
243 ft
~355.5 mi in
Elevation Range
177 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Webster, FL to Brent, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
Tallahassee
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 32m. Total distance: 414.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 32m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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