Origin
Brent, FL
Evening in Brent on Sunday
Local time
6:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brent, FL to Okeechobee County, FL
Drive Time
9h 44m
Distance
536.9 mi
864 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$90
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
9h 36m
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6 AM
9h 45m
8 AM
10h 2m
10 AM
9h 51m
12 PM
9h 49m
3 PM
9h 52m
5 PM
10h 1m
8 PM
9h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brent, FL
DΛVΞ GΛRCIΛ
Okeechobee County, FL
Arian Fernandez
Trip Overview
Spanning 536.9 miles from Brent to Okeechobee County, this journey across Florida is a substantial undertaking that requires roughly 9 hours and 44 minutes of drive time. Because of the length, trying to tackle the entire distance in one day can be exhausting, so we recommend planning for a two-day trip to keep your energy levels high. You will primarily rely on I-10, I-75, and Florida's Turnpike to navigate between these two points. Budgeting around $90 for fuel is a smart move for this long-distance trek. While the route stays within the same state, the shift from the Florida Panhandle toward the southern interior provides a significant change in landscape and atmosphere.
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
268.5 miles from Brent, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient transit, as 94% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend a significant portion of your time on major interstates, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 282.9 miles on I-10. This is a classic long-distance haul characterized by steady speeds and high-volume traffic corridors rather than winding backroads. As you transition from the interstate system onto Florida's Turnpike, the road maintains its focus on speed and connectivity. Prepare for a consistent, interstate-focused experience that prioritizes reaching your destination steadily rather than offering technical or scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 536.9 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 2.6 miles: 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 none / 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
2.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
8
393.8 mi into trip
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~7h 4m in
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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
8
508.8 mi into trip
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~9h 8m in
Take the exit toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
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 193
Toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
Towns Along This Route
Between Brent, FL and Okeechobee County, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
Florida's Turnpike South
393.8 mi in
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~7h 4m
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via Florida's Turnpike
Orlando
393.8 mi in
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~7h 4m
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via Florida's Turnpike
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 282.9 mi | 5h 3m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 115.1 mi | 2h 3m |
| I 75 | 107.2 mi | 1h 54m |
| Kenansville Road | 22.8 mi | 28m |
| Northwest 160th Street | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Brent Lane | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| FL 60 | 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 Okeechobee County, FL.
1
Start on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi
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26 sec
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East Brent Lane
2
Continue on FL 296
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Brent Lane
Use the none 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 none / 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
Use the none lane.
8
Merge onto I 10
283 mi
·
5 hr 3 min
·
I 10
Use the none / 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
115 mi
·
2 hr 3 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 193
Toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
245 ft
·
6 sec
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto FL 60
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
FL 60
15
Turn sharp left onto US 441
23 mi
·
28 min
·
Kenansville Road
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto CR 68
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Northwest 160th Street
17
Arrive at destination
CR 68
Trip Plan
To manage the 536.9-mile distance effectively, we suggest breaking the trip into two days to avoid driver fatigue. With two planned stops, you can space out your breaks to stay refreshed while tackling the long interstate segments. Since the majority of your time is spent on high-speed roads, try to time your departure to avoid peak rush hour traffic near major urban hubs along the way. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, especially during that initial 282.9-mile stretch on I-10 where service intervals can vary. Planning your overnight stay near the midpoint of the route will make the second half of your journey much more manageable.
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 268.5 miles from Brent, FL, or about 4h 50m 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 118 miles or 2h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 268.5 miles or 4h 50m 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 268.5 miles or 4h 50m
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 8h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Okeechobee County, 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 268 miles and 4.9 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Okeechobee County, FL
Aim for roughly 268 miles and 4.9 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 118 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 268.5 mi from Brent, FL · 4h 50m into the drive
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
177 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.
Second major stop
Overnight candidate
354 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 Orlando, FLOvernight Options
Night 1
268 mi · about 4.9h in
A practical overnight split lands near Lake City, FL after about 268 miles or 4.9 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 118 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 268.5 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 268 miles or 4.9 hours on the road.
Arriving in Okeechobee County, FL
The final approach into Okeechobee County, 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 Okeechobee County, FL.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Okeechobee County, 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
$89.69 one way
$179.38 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
188 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $97.15 | $194.30 |
| premium | $4.90 | $103.49 | $206.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $119.28 | $238.56 |
Estimated Tolls: $8.05
Florida's Turnpike
(115.1 mi)
$8.05
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
$90
Tolls
$8
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$228–$338
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 187.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $56 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 161.1 | 1 | $56.37 | $25.77 |
| Efficient EV | 134.2 | 1 | $46.98 | $21.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 214.8 | 2 | $75.17 | $34.36 |
Gas CO2
188 kg
EV CO2
63 kg (66% 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
Okeechobee County, FL
Evening in Okeechobee County on Sunday
Local time
7:20 PM
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.
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
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
9h 44m 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 Okeechobee County, FL covers 536.9 miles and takes about 9h 44m 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 268 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 268.5 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 $89.69 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 536.9 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 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Brent, FL and Okeechobee County, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
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