Origin
DeFuniak Springs, FL
Night in DeFuniak Springs on Thursday
Local time
10:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from DeFuniak Springs, FL to Brent, FL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
77.1 mi
124 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
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 DeFuniak Springs, FL to Brent, FL covers 77.1 miles and takes about 1h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 90 East, Highway 331 South, I 10 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.27 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 77.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 12m drive with frequent turns across 77.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 90 East 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from DeFuniak Springs, FL to Brent, FL is easy. At 1h 12m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from DeFuniak Springs, FL to Brent, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 90 East | — | — |
| Highway 331 South | — | — |
| I 10 West | — | — |
| I 110 South | — | — |
| Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway | — | — |
| FL 750 | — | — |
| FL 296 | — | — |
| Brent Lane | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Highway 90 East
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between DeFuniak Springs, FL and Brent, FL.
1
Start on South 9th Street
125 ft
·
13 sec
·
South 9th Street
2
Turn left onto US Highway 90 East
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
US Highway 90 East
3
Turn left onto US Highway 331 South
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US Highway 331 South
4
Take the ramp slight right toward I 10 West: Pensacola
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 10 West: Pensacola
5
Merge slight left
71 mi
·
1 hr 16 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach
7
Merge slight left onto Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
8
Take the exit slight right toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent Lane
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent Lane
9
Keep slight left to continue on FL 296: Brent Lane
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
FL 296: Brent Lane
10
Turn right onto Brent Lane
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Brent Lane
11
Continue on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
East Brent Lane
12
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
220 ft
·
13 sec
·
Sycamore Drive
13
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
33 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Brent Lane
14
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.6 mi from DeFuniak Springs, FL · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.6 miles from DeFuniak Springs, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brent, FL
The final approach into Brent, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.27 one way
$24.54 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $13.35 | $26.70 |
| premium | $4.72 | $14.34 | $28.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.02 | $34.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 27 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.10 | $3.70 |
| Efficient EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.75 | $3.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.79 | $4.93 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Brent, FL
Night in Brent on Thursday
Local time
10:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
22 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
1h 12m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from DeFuniak Springs, FL to Brent, FL covers 77.1 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 90 East, Highway 331 South, I 10 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.6 miles from DeFuniak Springs, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.27 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from DeFuniak Springs, FL to Brent, FL is easy. At 1h 12m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from DeFuniak Springs, FL to Brent, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from DeFuniak Springs, FL to Brent, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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