Origin
Brent, FL
Late night in Brent on Saturday
Local time
5:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brent, FL to Shady Hills, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 55m
Distance
404.2 mi
650 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$64
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 47m
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6 AM
7h 56m
8 AM
8h 13m
10 AM
8h 2m
12 PM
8h 0m
3 PM
8h 3m
5 PM
8h 13m
8 PM
7h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brent, FL
DΛVΞ GΛRCIΛ
Shady Hills, FL
Jose Valverde
Trip Overview
The drive from Brent, FL to Shady Hills, FL covers 404.2 miles and takes about 7h 55m 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 $64.34 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
202.1 miles from Brent, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 57m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 55m. Total distance: 404.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 55m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 7h 55m drive with frequent turns across 404.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 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.
Driving Effort
4/10
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 55m, 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 Shady Hills, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Brent Lane | — | — |
| I 110 North | — | — |
| Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway | — | — |
| I 10 East | — | — |
| US 19 | — | — |
| Florida Georgia Parkway | — | — |
| Northeast 5th Street | — | — |
| Gulf to Lake Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Brent Lane
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brent, FL and Shady Hills, 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
212 mi
·
3 hr 46 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward US 19: Florida-Georgia Parkway, Monticello, Perry
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
US 19: Florida-Georgia Parkway, Monticello, Perry
10
Turn right onto Florida Georgia Parkway
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Florida Georgia Parkway
11
At the end of the road, turn left onto Florida Georgia Parkway
32 mi
·
41 min
·
Florida Georgia Parkway
12
Continue straight
55 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
13
Keep slight right
55 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
14
Turn left onto Northeast 5th Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 5th Street
15
Continue on Gulf to Lake Highway
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Gulf to Lake Highway
16
Take the ramp right toward FL 589 Toll: Suncoast Parkway
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
FL 589 Toll: Suncoast Parkway
17
Merge slight left onto Suncoast Parkway
30 mi
·
32 min
·
Suncoast Parkway
18
Take the exit slight right toward CR 578: County Line Road
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
CR 578: County Line Road
19
Keep slight right
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
20
Turn straight onto County Line Road
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
County Line Road
21
Turn left onto Monteverde Drive
1.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Monteverde Drive
22
Turn left onto Dalberg Drive
138 ft
·
6 sec
·
Dalberg Drive
23
Arrive at your destination
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 202.1 miles from Brent, FL, or about 3h 57m 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 89 miles or 1h 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 202.1 miles or 3h 57m 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 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Shady Hills, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brent, FL
This is one driving day of about 404.2 miles and 7h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 89 miles from Brent, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 202.1 mi from Brent, FL · 3h 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
202 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 89 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 202.1 miles from Brent, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Shady Hills, FL
The final approach into Shady Hills, 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 Shady Hills, 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
$64.34 one way
$128.68 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
141 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $69.99 | $139.97 |
| premium | $4.72 | $75.16 | $150.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $89.24 | $178.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$64
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$89–$114
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 141.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $42 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 121.3 | 1 | $42.44 | $19.40 |
| Efficient EV | 101.1 | 1 | $35.37 | $16.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 161.7 | 2 | $56.59 | $25.87 |
Gas CO2
141 kg
EV CO2
47 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
Shady Hills, FL
Morning in Shady Hills on Saturday
Local time
6:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
81°F
Perry, FL
202 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
25 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
7h 55m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Brent, FL to Shady Hills, FL covers 404.2 miles and takes about 7h 55m 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 202.1 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 $64.34 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 55m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Brent, FL to Shady Hills, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Brent, FL to Shady Hills, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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