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Trip from Brent, FL to Marathon, FL

Drive Time

14h 43m

Distance

780.9 mi

1,257 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$130

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
14h 30m ★
6 AM
14h 43m
8 AM
15h 10m
10 AM
14h 53m
12 PM
14h 50m
3 PM
14h 54m
5 PM
15h 8m
8 PM
14h 35m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Brent, FL to Marathon, FL covers 780.9 miles and takes about 14h 43m behind the wheel. It usually feels better as a 2-day road trip than as one long push.

The route leans on I 10, Florida's Turnpike, I 75 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is long-distance drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 282.9 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $130.45 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

4 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

390.4 miles from Brent, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7h 1m into the drive .

Drive Character

At 780.9 miles and 14h 43m of driving, this is a route where fuel stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single turn. The main roads are I 10 and Florida's Turnpike.

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 282.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Florida's Turnpike. 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 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 780.9 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 393.8 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These 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...
8
393.8 mi into trip | ~7h 4m in | Florida's Turnpike

Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 328 Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
7
654.8 mi into trip | ~11h 47m in | Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

Take the exit onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Homestead

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. Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Homestead
7
655 mi into trip | ~11h 48m in | Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike toward Homestead

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Homestead

Towns Along This Route

Between Brent, FL and Marathon, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando, Florida's Turnpike Toll South and Homestead.

Florida's Turnpike South

393.8 mi in | ~7h 4m | via Florida's Turnpike

Orlando

393.8 mi in | ~7h 4m | via Florida's Turnpike

Florida's Turnpike Toll South

654.8 mi in | ~11h 47m | via Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

Homestead

654.8 mi in | ~11h 47m | via Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 10 282.9 mi 5h 3m
Florida's Turnpike 261 mi 4h 43m
I 75 107.2 mi 1h 54m
Overseas Highway 59.1 mi 1h 32m
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike 47.1 mi 54m
Dixie Highway 19.2 mi 26m
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway 0.9 mi 1m
Brent Lane 0.4 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 Marathon, 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

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

107 mi · 1 hr 54 min · I 75
Use the straight lane.
11

Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike

261 mi · 4 hr 43 min · Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328 Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando Use the slight left / straight lanes.
12

Take the exit onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Homestead Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

47 mi · 54 min · Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Toward Homestead Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
15

Merge onto US 1

19 mi · 26 min · Dixie Highway
Use the left lane.
16

Continue on US 1

59 mi · 1 hr 32 min · Overseas Highway
Use the straight lane.
17

Turn right onto 39th Street Gulf

0.1 mi · 29 sec · 39th Street Gulf
18

Turn left onto Louisa Street

396 ft · 17 sec · Louisa Street
19

Arrive at destination

Louisa Street

Trip Plan

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 4 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 390.4 miles from Brent, FL, or about 7h 1m 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 172 miles or 3h 6m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 390.4 miles or 7h 1m 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 390.4 miles or 7h 1m

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 13h 9m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marathon, 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 390 miles and 7.4 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Marathon, FL

Aim for roughly 390 miles and 7.4 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 172 miles from Brent, FL.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 4 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 390.4 mi from Brent, FL · 7h 1m into the drive

First major stop

Coffee and fuel

Gainesville, FL

258 mi into the route

Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch

This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.

private club typically offering recreational sports and entertainment facilities

Second major stop

Overnight candidate

Country Club, FL

515 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 Country Club, FL

Overnight Options

Night 1

Palm Bay, FL

390 mi · about 7.4h in

A practical overnight split lands near Palm Bay, FL after about 390 miles or 7.4 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Tallahassee, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 172 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Orlando, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 390.4 miles from Brent, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 282.9 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 390 miles or 7.4 hours on the road.

Arriving in Marathon, FL

The final approach into Marathon, 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 Marathon, FL.

On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Marathon, 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Gulf Islands National Seashore

Gulf Islands National Seashore

National Seashore

Millions of visitors are drawn to the Gulf of America for Gulf Islands National Seashore's emerald coast waters, magnificent white beaches, fertile marshes and historical landscapes. Come explore with...

10 mi from route ~26 min detour $25
Park Closure: Fort Pickens Campground Restroom A Loop Closure
Caution: Road workers on Park Road in Davis Bayou
View on nps.gov
Biscayne National Park

Biscayne National Park

National Park

Within sight of Miami, yet worlds away, Biscayne protects a rare combination of aquamarine waters, emerald islands, and fish-bejeweled coral reefs. Evidence of 10,000 years of human history is here to...

15 mi from route ~38 min detour Free near mile 700.1
View on nps.gov
Everglades National Park

Everglades National Park

National Park

Established in 1947 as the first national park created for its biodiversity, Everglades National Park protects 1.5 million acres of wetland, forest, and marine habitats and the native plants and anima...

28 mi from route ~69 min detour $35 near mile 700.1
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$130.45 one way

$260.89 round trip

$4.24/gal 25.4 MPG avg 273 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.60 $141.30 $282.60
premium $4.90 $150.52 $301.05
diesel $5.64 $173.49 $346.98

Estimated Tolls: $21.09

Florida's Turnpike (261 mi) $18.27
Homestead Extension (47.1 mi) $2.82

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

$130

Tolls

$21

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$282–$392

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 273.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $82 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 234.3 2 $81.99 $37.48
Efficient EV 195.2 2 $68.33 $31.24
EV Truck/SUV 312.4 3 $109.33 $49.98

Gas CO2

273 kg

EV CO2

91 kg (67% less)

Plan for 2 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 4 days ago

Origin

Brent, FL

Afternoon in Brent on Monday

Local time

2:01 PM

CDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Marathon, FL

Afternoon in Marathon on Monday

Local time

3:01 PM

EDT

Current temp

74°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

9 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

14h 43m 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 Marathon, FL covers 780.9 miles and takes about 14h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Florida's Turnpike, I 75. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
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 390 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 390.4 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 $130.45 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 4 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 780.9 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 393.8 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Brent, FL and Marathon, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando, Florida's Turnpike Toll South and Homestead.

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