The drive from Hill 'n Dale, FL to Brent, FL covers 424.3 miles and takes about 7h 39m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 10, I 75, Cortez Boulevard for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 283.4 miles on I 10.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $67.54 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
212.1 miles from Hill 'n Dale, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 50m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 39m. Total distance: 424.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 39m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
This is a 7h 39m highway drive covering 424.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and I 75. The longest continuous stretch is about 283.4 miles on I 10.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 283.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 98; FL 50 / Cortez Boulevard.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 424.3 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 0.3 miles (US 98; FL 50 / Cortez Boulevard): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 137.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 137.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|US 98; FL 50 / Cortez Boulevard
Turn uturn onto US 98; FL 50 / Cortez Boulevard
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
8
137.3 mi into trip|~2h 29m in
Take the exit toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
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 435
Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
8
137.5 mi into trip|~2h 30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
8
421.2 mi into trip|~7h 34m in
Take the exit toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach
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 12
Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach
8
422.5 mi into trip|~7h 36m in
Take the exit toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent Lane
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 5
Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Hill 'n Dale, FL to Brent, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
Tallahassee
137.3 mi in|~2h 29m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
283.4 mi
5h 3m
I 75
132.6 mi
2h 22m
Cortez Boulevard
3.8 mi
5m
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
0.4 mi
<1m
Brent Lane
0.3 mi
<1m
Rolling Acres Drive
0.2 mi
<1m
East Brent Lane
0.1 mi
<1m
Contiena Lane
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 283.4 mi, about 5h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hill 'n Dale, FL and Brent, FL.
1
Start on Contiena Lane
443 ft·19 sec·Contiena Lane
2
Turn left onto Croft Lane
206 ft·10 sec·Croft Lane
3
Turn right onto Rolling Acres Drive
0.2 mi·45 sec·Rolling Acres Drive
4
Turn uturn onto US 98; FL 50
3.8 mi·5 min·Cortez Boulevard
5
Turn left
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 75 North: Ocala
6
Merge onto I 75
133 mi·2 hr 22 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Exit 435Toward I 10: Jacksonville, TallahasseeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·30 sec
Toward I 10 West: TallahasseeUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 10
283 mi·5 hr 3 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 12Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 110
0.4 mi·29 sec·Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 5Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Toward FL 296: Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto FL 296
0.3 mi·52 sec·Brent Lane
15
Continue on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi·29 sec·East Brent Lane
16
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
218 ft·12 sec·Sycamore Drive
17
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
34 ft·1 sec·East Brent Lane
18
Arrive at destination
East Brent Lane
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 212.1 miles from Hill 'n Dale, FL, or about 3h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 283.4 miles.
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 93 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 212.1 miles or 3h 50m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brent, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hill 'n Dale, 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 Hill 'n Dale, FL
This is one driving day of about 424.3 miles and 7h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 93 miles from Hill 'n Dale, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 283.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 212.1 mi from Hill 'n Dale, FL
· 3h 50m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Gulf Islands National Seashore
National Seashore
Millions of visitors are drawn to the Gulf of America for Gulf Islands National Seashore's emerald coast waters, magnificent white beaches, fertile marshes and historical landscapes. Come explore with...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
$25
near mile 424.3
Park Closure: Fort Pickens Campground Restroom A Loop Closure
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
127.3
1
$44.55
$20.37
Efficient EV
106.1
1
$37.13
$16.97
EV Truck/SUV
169.7
2
$59.40
$27.16
Gas CO2
148 kg
EV CO2
50 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Hill 'n Dale, FL
Evening
in Hill 'n Dale on Friday
Local time
5:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Brent, FL
Afternoon
in Brent on Friday
Local time
4:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
S 5 to 10 mph0% chanceLive 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.
Time zone
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
23 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 39m 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 Hill 'n Dale, FL to Brent, FL covers 424.3 miles and takes about 7h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, I 75, Cortez Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 212.1 miles from Hill 'n Dale, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $67.54 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 424.3 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 0.3 miles (US 98; FL 50 / Cortez Boulevard): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 137.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 137.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Hill 'n Dale, FL to Brent, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
