Origin
Brent, FL
Morning in Brent on Monday
Local time
10:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brent, FL to Gainesville, FL
Drive Time
5h
Distance
344 mi
554 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$57
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 47m
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6 AM
5h 0m
8 AM
5h 27m
10 AM
5h 10m
12 PM
5h 7m
3 PM
5h 11m
5 PM
5h 26m
8 PM
4h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brent, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Brent, FL to Gainesville, FL covers 344 miles and takes about 5h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Brent Lane, I 110 North, Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $57.46 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
172 miles from Brent, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h drive with frequent turns across 344 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Brent Lane is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Brent, FL to Gainesville, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Brent Lane | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 110 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I-75 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| FL 26 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Newberry Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West University Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Brent Lane
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brent, FL and Gainesville, FL.
1
Start on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
East Brent Lane
2
Continue on Brent Lane
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Brent Lane
3
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
4
Keep slight left to continue on I 110 North
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
I 110 North
5
Merge slight left onto Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
6
Keep slight right to continue on I 10 East, FL 291: Tallahassee, Davis Highway
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 10 East, FL 291: Tallahassee, Davis Highway
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 10 East: Tallahassee
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 10 East: Tallahassee
8
Merge slight left
283 mi
·
5 hr 3 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward I-75 South: Tampa
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
I-75 South: Tampa
10
Merge slight left
47 mi
·
50 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward FL 26: Gainesville, Newberry, Newberry Road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
FL 26: Gainesville, Newberry, Newberry Road
12
Turn right onto West Newberry Road
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
West Newberry Road
13
Continue on West University Avenue
3.4 mi
·
8 min
·
West University Avenue
14
Turn right onto South Main Street
115 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Main Street
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 172 miles from Brent, FL, or about 2h 30m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 172 miles or 2h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gainesville, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brent, FL
This is one driving day of about 344 miles and 5h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brent, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 172 mi from Brent, FL · 2h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
172 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 172 miles from Brent, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Gainesville, FL
The final approach into Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, FL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$57.46 one way
$114.93 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
120 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $62.25 | $124.49 |
| premium | $4.90 | $66.31 | $132.62 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $76.42 | $152.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$57
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 120.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 103.2 | 1 | $36.12 | $16.51 |
| Efficient EV | 86 | 0 | $30.10 | $13.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 137.6 | 1 | $48.16 | $22.02 |
Gas CO2
120 kg
EV CO2
40 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
Gainesville, FL
Morning in Gainesville on Monday
Local time
11:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°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.
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
5 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
5h on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Gainesville, FL covers 344 miles and takes about 5h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Brent Lane, I 110 North, Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 172 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 $57.46 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Brent, FL to Gainesville, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Brent, FL to Gainesville, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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