Origin
Apollo Beach, FL
Evening in Apollo Beach on Sunday
Local time
5:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Apollo Beach, FL to Brent, FL
Drive Time
8h 41m
Distance
479.8 mi
772 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$80
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
8h 34m
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6 AM
8h 42m
8 AM
8h 57m
10 AM
8h 47m
12 PM
8h 45m
3 PM
8h 48m
5 PM
8h 56m
8 PM
8h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Apollo Beach, FL
Arian Fernandez
Brent, FL
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Apollo Beach to Brent covers 462.5 miles across Florida, a journey that typically takes about 7 hours and 29 minutes of drive time. Because this route is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a highway sprint, it is best suited for a single, focused day of travel. You should budget approximately $76 for fuel to complete the trip. Navigating through local arteries like Apollo Beach Boulevard, Tamiami Trail, and Big Bend Road means you will be off the major interstates for the duration. It is a practical, straightforward trek across the state, perfect for those who prefer local roads over high-speed traffic.
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
239.9 miles from Apollo Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a hands-on experience behind the wheel, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will spend your time navigating technical turns and local intersections rather than cruising on open, monotonous stretches. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on Apollo Beach Boulevard, your focus must remain sharp throughout the 462.5-mile journey. This turn-heavy profile requires constant attention as you transition between local roads, offering a much different feel than a standard interstate commute. Be prepared for a steady pace that relies on local navigation rather than sustained high-speed travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 283.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 192.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 479.8 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 192.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 193.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 476.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
192.9 mi into trip
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~3h 31m 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
193.1 mi into trip
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~3h 31m 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
476.8 mi into trip
|
~8h 36m 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
478.1 mi into trip
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~8h 37m 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
478.3 mi into trip
|
~8h 38m 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
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Apollo Beach, FL to Brent, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
Tallahassee
192.9 mi in
|
~3h 31m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 283.4 mi | 5h 3m |
| I 75 | 187.3 mi | 3h 21m |
| Tamiami Trail | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Big Bend Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Apollo Beach Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Brent Lane | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Brent Lane | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 283.4 mi, about 5h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Apollo Beach, FL and Brent, FL.
1
Start on Fairway Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
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Fairway Boulevard
2
Turn right onto Apollo Beach Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Apollo Beach Boulevard
3
Turn left onto US 41
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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Tamiami Trail
4
Turn right onto CR 672
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Big Bend Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Take the ramp
1.4 mi
·
3 min
Toward I 75 North: Tampa
6
Merge onto I 75
187 mi
·
3 hr 21 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 435
Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 10
283 mi
·
5 hr 3 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 12
Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 110
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
12
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.
13
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward FL 296: Brent Lane
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto FL 296
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Brent Lane
15
Continue on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Brent Lane
16
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
218 ft
·
12 sec
·
Sycamore Drive
17
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
34 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Brent Lane
18
Arrive at destination
East Brent Lane
Trip Plan
To manage the 7-hour and 29-minute drive efficiently, plan for at least two deliberate stops to break up the local road segments. Since the route is entirely comprised of local streets and turn-heavy paths, leave early in the morning to avoid peak traffic congestion at intersections. Keep your $76 fuel budget handy, and monitor your fuel levels periodically, as local roads may not offer the same frequent service station access as major highways. The primary advantage of this route is its flexibility; without the constraints of a rigid highway system, you can adjust your pace based on real-time traffic conditions. Prioritize hydration and consistent breaks to stay alert while navigating the frequent turns inherent to this 462.5-mile path.
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 239.9 miles from Apollo Beach, FL, or about 4h 22m 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 106 miles or 1h 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 239.9 miles or 4h 22m 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 239.9 miles or 4h 22m
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 35m
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 Apollo Beach, 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 Apollo Beach, FL
Aim for roughly 240 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Brent, FL
Aim for roughly 240 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 106 miles from Apollo Beach, 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.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 239.9 mi from Apollo Beach, FL · 4h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
240 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
240 mi · about 4.3h in
A practical overnight split lands near Tallahassee, FL after about 240 miles or 4.3 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 106 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 239.9 miles from Apollo Beach, 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 240 miles or 4.3 hours on the road.
Arriving in Brent, FL
The final approach into Brent, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Brent, FL.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Brent, FL with some flexibility left in the schedule.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$80.15 one way
$160.30 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
168 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $86.82 | $173.63 |
| premium | $4.90 | $92.48 | $184.97 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $106.59 | $213.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$80
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$210–$320
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 167.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $50 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 143.9 | 1 | $50.38 | $23.03 |
| Efficient EV | 120 | 1 | $41.98 | $19.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 191.9 | 2 | $67.17 | $30.71 |
Gas CO2
168 kg
EV CO2
56 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
Afternoon in Brent on Sunday
Local time
4:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
3 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 41m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Apollo Beach, FL to Brent, FL covers 479.8 miles and takes about 8h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, I 75, Tamiami Trail. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 240 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 239.9 miles from Apollo Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $80.15 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 479.8 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 192.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 193.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 476.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Apollo Beach, FL to Brent, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
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