Origin
Wekiwa Springs, FL
Morning in Wekiwa Springs on Sunday
Local time
7:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wekiwa Springs, 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
8h 20m
Distance
454.1 mi
731 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$72
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
8h 13m
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6 AM
8h 20m
8 AM
8h 35m
10 AM
8h 25m
12 PM
8h 24m
3 PM
8h 26m
5 PM
8h 34m
8 PM
8h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wekiwa Springs, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Brent, FL
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Trip Overview
This 454-mile drive from Wekiwa Springs to Brent, Florida, will take approximately 8 hours and 20 minutes. It's a highway-focused journey, with 95% of the route on major interstates like I-10, I-75, and Florida's Turnpike. Given the duration and distance, this trip is best split over two days to allow for comfortable travel and rest. Expect a fuel cost of around $72 for this journey. The route primarily stays within Florida, offering a straightforward transit across the state.
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
227.1 miles from Wekiwa Springs, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 14m 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 | 40 mi | 42m |
| Western Beltway | 7 mi | 7m |
| Welch Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Wekiva Springs Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| FL 451 Toll | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| Martin Street | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 283.4 mi, about 5h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wekiwa Springs, FL and Brent, FL.
1
Start on Green Lake Circle
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
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Green Lake Circle
2
Turn right onto Blue Lake Drive
371 ft
·
21 sec
·
Blue Lake Drive
3
Turn left onto Green Lake Drive
395 ft
·
18 sec
·
Green Lake Drive
4
Turn right onto Sweetwater Boulevard South
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Sweetwater Boulevard South
5
Turn left onto Wekiva Springs Road
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Wekiva Springs Road
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on Wekiwa Springs Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Wekiwa Springs Road
7
Turn right onto Welch Road
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Welch Road
Use the left lane.
8
Turn left onto CR 435
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Rock Springs Road
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on CR 435
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
N Park Avenue
10
Turn right onto Martin Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Street
11
Turn left onto Vick Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Vick Road
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on FL 451 Toll
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
FL 451 Toll
Use the left lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
1.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward FL 429 Toll South: Orlando, Tampa
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto FL 429 Toll
7.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Western Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 22
Toward Florida’s Turnpike, Miami, Ocala
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward Ocala, North Florida’s Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
40 mi
·
42 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: Ocala
Use 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 435
Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Use 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 12
Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach
Use 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 5
Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent Lane
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward FL 296: Brent Lane
Use 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
To make the most of this 8-hour, 20-minute drive, plan for an early morning departure to maximize daylight hours. Since this trip is recommended for two days, aim to cover roughly half the distance on your first day, stopping around the 4-hour mark. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is over 283 miles on I-10, so ensure you're well-rested before embarking on that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the $72 estimated cost suggests consistent refueling will be necessary.
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 227.1 miles from Wekiwa Springs, FL, or about 4h 14m 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 100 miles or 1h 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 227.1 miles or 4h 14m 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 227.1 miles or 4h 14m
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 7h 13m
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 Wekiwa Springs, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Wekiwa Springs, FL
Aim for roughly 227 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Brent, FL
Aim for roughly 227 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 100 miles from Wekiwa Springs, 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.
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
227 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 Perry, FLOvernight Options
Night 1
227 mi · about 4.2h in
A practical overnight split lands near Perry, FL after about 227 miles or 4.2 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 100 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 227.1 miles from Wekiwa Springs, 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 227 miles or 4.2 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 255 decision points cluster between mile 10.6 and 167.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
10.6 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 429 Toll South: Orlando, Tampa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward FL 429 Toll South: Orlando, Tampa
8
19.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward Florida’s Turnpike, Miami, Ocala
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 22
Toward Florida’s Turnpike, Miami, Ocala
8
19.5 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Ocala, North Florida’s Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Ocala, North Florida’s Turnpike
8
167.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 10m 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
8
167.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 10m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$72.28 one way
$144.56 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
159 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $78.63 | $157.25 |
| premium | $4.72 | $84.44 | $168.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $100.26 | $200.52 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.78
Florida's Turnpike
(39.7 mi)
$2.78
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
$72
Tolls
$3
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$205–$315
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 158.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $48 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 136.2 | 1 | $47.68 | $21.80 |
| Efficient EV | 113.5 | 1 | $39.73 | $18.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 181.6 | 2 | $63.57 | $29.06 |
Gas CO2
159 kg
EV CO2
53 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
6:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
81°F
Perry, FL
227 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.
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
1 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
8h 20m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive on this route, with 95% of your travel occurring on major interstates. You'll encounter long stretches of fast-paced driving, including one segment of 283.4 miles entirely on I-10. This means consistent speed limits and minimal slowdowns, making for an efficient transit. The character of the road remains largely consistent as you'll be on well-maintained, high-speed roadways for the vast majority of your trip.
95% 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 I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.6 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 25 significant decision points across 454.1 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 10.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
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 Wekiwa Springs, FL to Brent, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
Tallahassee
167.2 mi in
|
~3h 10m
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 227 miles on day one.
Expect about $2.78 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 10.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 8.3 hours each way, a round trip means 16.7 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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