Origin
Brent, FL
Morning in Brent on Thursday
Local time
11:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
7h 58m
Distance
437.1 mi
703 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$70
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Ormond Beach, FL
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The drive from Brent, FL to Ormond Beach, FL covers 437.1 miles and takes about 7h 58m 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 $69.57 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
218.6 miles from Brent, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 59m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 58m. Total distance: 437.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 58m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a 7h 58m drive with frequent turns across 437.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 58m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Brent, FL to Ormond Beach, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Brent Lane | — | — |
| I 110 North | — | — |
| Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway | — | — |
| I 10 East | — | — |
| I 295 | — | — |
| West Beltway | — | — |
| I 95 South | — | — |
| US 1 | — | — |
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Step-by-step road directions between Brent, FL and Ormond Beach, FL.
Start on East Brent Lane
Continue on Brent Lane
Turn left
Keep slight left to continue on I 110 North
Merge slight left onto Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
Keep slight right to continue on I 10 East, FL 291: Tallahassee, Davis Highway
Keep slight left to continue on I 10 East: Tallahassee
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I 295: Daytona Beach, Savannah
Keep slight right
Merge slight left onto West Beltway
Keep slight right to continue on West Beltway
Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South: Daytona Beach
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward US 1: Ormond Beach, Bunnell
Turn left onto US Highway 1
Continue on North Yonge Street
Turn left onto West Granada Boulevard
Turn left onto North Ridgewood Avenue
Turn right onto New Britain Avenue
Turn right
Arrive at your 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 96 miles or 1h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 218.6 miles or 3h 59m 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ormond Beach, 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 437.1 miles and 7h 58m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 218.6 mi from Brent, FL · 3h 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
219 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 96 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 218.6 miles from Brent, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Ormond Beach, 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 Ormond Beach, FL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$69.57 one way
$139.15 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $75.68 | $151.37 |
| premium | $4.72 | $81.28 | $162.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $96.51 | $193.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$70
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$95–$120
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 152.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $46 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 131.1 | 1 | $45.90 | $20.98 |
| Efficient EV | 109.3 | 1 | $38.25 | $17.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 174.8 | 2 | $61.19 | $27.97 |
Gas CO2
153 kg
EV CO2
51 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Brent on Thursday
Local time
11:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Ormond Beach on Thursday
Local time
12:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
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.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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