Origin
Brent, FL
Night in Brent on Friday
Local time
9:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brent, FL to Eglin Village, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
67.1 mi
108 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brent, FL
DΛVΞ GΛRCIΛ
Eglin Village, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Trip Overview
Brent, FL to Eglin Village, FL is 67.1 miles and takes about 1h 22m via I 10 and South Ferdon Boulevard, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused trip entirely within Florida, connecting two points in the state. Given its short duration and minimal fuel cost, it's an easy day trip. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, making it a practical option for getting from point A to point B efficiently. Consider this route if you prioritize speed and simplicity for your journey.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 67.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 68% of the drive taking place on major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 43 miles on I 10, offering a consistent and relatively fast pace. After the interstate segment, the drive transitions to local roads like South Ferdon Boulevard and Roger J Clary Highway. This change means you'll likely encounter more varied traffic and potentially lower speed limits as you approach your destination. Expect a blend of open highway driving and more town-centric travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 43 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and South Ferdon Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.1 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.9 mi into trip
|
~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
|
~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...
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
5
3.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
46.2 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward SR 85: Crestview, Niceville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 56
Toward SR 85: Crestview, Niceville
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 Brent, FL to Eglin Village, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Niceville along the way.
Niceville
46.2 mi in
|
~51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 43 mi | 46m |
| South Ferdon Boulevard | 11.2 mi | 14m |
| Roger J Clary Highway | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| Eglin Parkway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Eglin Boulevard | 1 mi | 2m |
| Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Lewis Turner Boulevard | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Brent Lane | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 43 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brent, FL and Eglin Village, 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
·
1 min
·
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
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
43 mi
·
46 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 56
Toward SR 85: Crestview, Niceville
10
Turn right onto FL 85
11 mi
·
14 min
·
South Ferdon Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 85
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
·
FL 85
12
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 123
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Roger J Clary Highway
13
Continue on FL 85
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Eglin Parkway
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto FL 189
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
Lewis Turner Boulevard
Use the left lane.
15
At end of road, turn left onto FL 397
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Eglin Boulevard
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto Gaffney Road
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Gaffney Road
17
Continue on Hatchee Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Hatchee Road
18
Turn left onto Nakina Drive
195 ft
·
8 sec
·
Nakina Drive
19
Arrive at destination
Nakina Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.5 mi from Brent, FL · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.5 miles from Brent, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Eglin Village, FL
The final approach into Eglin Village, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.68 one way
$21.36 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $11.62 | $23.24 |
| premium | $4.72 | $12.48 | $24.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.81 | $29.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.05 | $3.22 |
| Efficient EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.87 | $2.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.39 | $4.29 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Eglin Village, FL
Night in Eglin Village on Friday
Local time
9:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 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
1h 22m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 Eglin Village, FL covers 67.1 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, South Ferdon Boulevard, Roger J Clary Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.5 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 $10.68 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.1 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Brent, FL to Eglin Village, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Niceville along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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