Origin
Brent, FL
Afternoon in Brent on Sunday
Local time
4:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brent, FL to Apollo Beach, FL
Drive Time
8h 40m
Distance
479.6 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 33m
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6 AM
8h 41m
8 AM
8h 57m
10 AM
8h 46m
12 PM
8h 45m
3 PM
8h 47m
5 PM
8h 56m
8 PM
8h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brent, FL
DΛVΞ GΛRCIΛ
Apollo Beach, FL
Arian Fernandez
Trip Overview
Spanning 479.6 miles from Brent to Apollo Beach, this journey across Florida is a significant undertaking that requires roughly 8 hours and 40 minutes of driving time. Because of the duration, splitting this trip over two days is highly recommended to keep your energy levels steady. You should budget approximately $78 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Navigating this route involves a combination of Brent Lane, I-110 North, and the Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway. Whether you are looking for a quick transit or a leisurely trek, this drive offers a practical way to traverse the state while allowing for two well-placed stops along the way.
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
239.8 miles from Brent, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features 0% highway share. You will navigate a complex series of local roads, meaning your attention needs to remain sharp as you transition between segments like Brent Lane and the Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway. Because the longest stretch is 0 miles on Brent Lane, the path constantly shifts, requiring frequent adjustments behind the wheel. This is not a route for cruising on autopilot; instead, it demands active engagement with local road layouts throughout the entire 479.6-mile trek. The personality of this drive is defined by its technical, non-highway nature, which keeps the journey feeling dynamic.
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 282.9 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 0.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 479.6 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 0.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 447.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 110 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 110 North
9
2.3 mi into trip
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~4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 East, FL 291: Tallahassee, Davis Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6
Toward I 10 East, FL 291: Tallahassee, Davis Hi...
7
447.1 mi into trip
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~8h 1m in
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I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward South I 75: Naples
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward South I 75: Naples
7
474.3 mi into trip
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~8h 30m in
Take the exit toward CR 672: Apollo Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 246
Toward CR 672: Apollo Beach
6
474.9 mi into trip
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~8h 32m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CR 672 West: Apollo Beach, Manatee Viewing Centre
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CR 672 West: Apollo Beach, Manatee Viewi...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 282.9 mi | 5h 3m |
| I 75 | 187.7 mi | 3h 21m |
| Tamiami Trail | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Big Bend Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Apollo Beach Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Brent Lane | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Brent Lane | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 282.9 mi, about 5h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brent, FL and Apollo Beach, FL.
1
Start on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
East Brent Lane
2
Continue on FL 296
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Brent Lane
3
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 110 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 110
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
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28 sec
Exit 6
Toward I 10 East, FL 291: Tallahassee, Davis Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
8
Merge onto I 10
283 mi
·
5 hr 3 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 296A
Toward I-75 South: Tampa
10
Merge onto I 75
161 mi
·
2 hr 52 min
·
I 75
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
27 mi
·
29 min
·
I 75
Toward South I 75: Naples
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 246
Toward CR 672: Apollo Beach
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward CR 672 West: Apollo Beach, Manatee Viewing Centre
14
Turn straight onto CR 672
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Big Bend Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Turn left onto US 41
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Tamiami Trail
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto Apollo Beach Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Apollo Beach Boulevard
17
Turn left onto Fairway Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Fairway Boulevard
18
Arrive at destination
Fairway Boulevard
Trip Plan
To manage the 8 hours and 40 minutes effectively, plan to depart early in the morning to avoid the stress of navigating local turns after dark. With two recommended stops built into your itinerary, use them to refuel and stretch your legs, especially since the turn-heavy nature of the drive can be more mentally taxing than a standard highway route. Keep your $78 fuel budget in mind, as frequent turning and local driving may impact your vehicle's efficiency differently than high-speed interstate travel. Since you aren't relying on long highway stretches, stay alert for local traffic patterns and changing speed limits on the various parkways and lanes. Splitting the journey over two days is your best strategy for maintaining a relaxed pace and enjoying the transition between these two Florida regions.
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 239.8 miles from Brent, FL, or about 4h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 282.9 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 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 239.8 miles or 4h 19m 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 239.8 miles or 4h 19m
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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Apollo Beach, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brent, 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 Brent, FL
Aim for roughly 240 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Apollo Beach, 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 Brent, 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 282.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 239.8 mi from Brent, FL · 4h 19m 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 Adel, GAOvernight Options
Night 1
240 mi · about 4.3h in
A practical overnight split lands near Adel, GA 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 239.8 miles from Brent, 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 282.9 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 240 miles or 4.3 hours on the road.
Arriving in Apollo Beach, FL
The final approach into Apollo Beach, 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 Apollo Beach, FL.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Apollo Beach, 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
$80.12 one way
$160.23 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
168 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $86.78 | $173.56 |
| premium | $4.90 | $92.45 | $184.89 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $106.55 | $213.10 |
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: 167.8 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 | $50.36 | $23.02 |
| Efficient EV | 119.9 | 1 | $41.96 | $19.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 191.8 | 2 | $67.14 | $30.69 |
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
Apollo Beach, FL
Evening in Apollo Beach on Sunday
Local time
5:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°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 later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
8h 40m 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 Brent, FL to Apollo Beach, FL covers 479.6 miles and takes about 8h 40m 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 239.8 miles from Brent, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $80.12 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 15 significant decision points across 479.6 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 0.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 447.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Brent, FL to Apollo Beach, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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