Drive Time
7h 41m
Distance
393.4 mi
633 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$66
one way
Photo: Matt Fitz Gibaud
The drive from Brent, FL to Brooksville, FL covers 393.4 miles and takes about 7h 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, US 19, Florida Georgia Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 211.6 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $65.72 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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
196.7 miles from Brent, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 33m into the drive .
This is a 7h 41m highway drive covering 393.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and US 19. The longest continuous stretch is about 211.6 miles on I 10.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US 19. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 393.4 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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight left at fork toward I 110 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 19: Florida-Georgia Parkway, Monticello, Perry
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Between Brent, FL and Brooksville, FL, road signs point toward Monticello and Perry.
Monticello
Perry
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 211.6 mi | 3h 46m |
| US 19 | 110.2 mi | 2h 19m |
| Florida Georgia Parkway | 37.2 mi | 47m |
| Ponce de Leon Boulevard | 11.9 mi | 16m |
| Suncoast Parkway | 11.6 mi | 12m |
| Gulf to Lake Highway | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| Northeast 5th Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Brent, FL and Brooksville, FL.
Start on East Brent Lane
Continue on FL 296
Turn left
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 110
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Turn right onto US 19
At end of road, turn left onto US 19; US 27
Continue on US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
Keep slight right at fork onto US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
Turn left onto FL 44
Continue on FL 44
Take the ramp
Merge onto FL 589 Toll
Take the exit
Turn straight onto US 98
Enter roundabout onto US 98
Continue on US 98
Turn left onto US 98; FL 50A
Turn right onto US 41; US 98; FL 50A
Turn left onto US 41; US 98; FL 50A
Turn left onto Lemon Avenue
Turn left onto US 41; US 98; FL 50A
Arrive at destination
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 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 87 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 196.7 miles or 3h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brooksville, FL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Brent, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brent, FL
This is one driving day of about 393.4 miles and 7h 41m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 196.7 mi from Brent, FL · 3h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
197 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.
A short stop after about 87 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 196.7 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 211.6 miles.
The final approach into Brooksville, 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 Brooksville, FL.
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.
Regular Gas
$65.72 one way
$131.43 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $71.18 | $142.37 |
| premium | $4.90 | $75.83 | $151.66 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $87.40 | $174.80 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.70
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
$66
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$91–$116
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 137.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 118 | 1 | $41.31 | $18.88 |
| Efficient EV | 98.4 | 1 | $34.42 | $15.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 157.4 | 1 | $55.08 | $25.18 |
Gas CO2
138 kg
EV CO2
46 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Brent on Saturday
Local time
8:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Night in Brooksville on Saturday
Local time
9:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
61°F
Tallahassee, FL
197 mi in
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
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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