Origin
Kendall Green, FL
Afternoon in Kendall Green on Sunday
Local time
4:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kendall Green, FL to Brent, FL
Drive Time
11h 33m
Distance
637.6 mi
1,026 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$107
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
11h 23m
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6 AM
11h 33m
8 AM
11h 54m
10 AM
11h 41m
12 PM
11h 39m
3 PM
11h 42m
5 PM
11h 53m
8 PM
11h 27m
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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Trip Overview
Spanning 637.6 miles from Kendall Green to Brent, this cross-state journey takes approximately 11 hours and 33 minutes of pure drive time. Because of the significant distance, you should plan on splitting this trip over two days to avoid fatigue. Your route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, including Florida's Turnpike, I-75, and I-10, keeping you on high-speed roads for 99% of the way. Budgeting around $107 for fuel is a smart move for your planning. While the drive is straightforward, the sheer length makes it a serious commitment that requires careful pacing. By breaking the trip into two manageable segments, you can comfortably navigate the transition from South Florida to the Panhandle.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
3 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
318.8 miles from Kendall Green, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed interstate grind, as 99% of your journey stays on major highways designed for efficiency rather than local sightseeing. You will spend the vast majority of your time behind the wheel on I-10, I-75, and Florida's Turnpike, which offer consistent, fast-paced travel. The most grueling portion of the trip is the 283.4-mile stretch along I-10, where you will settle into a long, uninterrupted rhythm. Because this is a long-distance drive, the road character remains remarkably uniform, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding backroads. Prepare yourself for a steady, focused driving experience that demands alertness during these lengthy highway segments.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 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 Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 637.6 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 4.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 350.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 350.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
4.1 mi into trip
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~9m in
Turn left toward Florida's Turnpike: Miami, Orlando
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Florida's Turnpike: Miami, Orlando
8
350.7 mi into trip
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~6h 23m 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
350.9 mi into trip
|
~6h 23m 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
634.6 mi into trip
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~11h 28m 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
635.9 mi into trip
|
~11h 29m 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 Along This Route
On the drive from Kendall Green, FL to Brent, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
Tallahassee
350.7 mi in
|
~6h 23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 283.4 mi | 5h 3m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 239.2 mi | 4h 18m |
| I 75 | 106.9 mi | 1h 54m |
| West Copans Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| North Powerline Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Sample Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Brent Lane | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 283.4 mi, about 5h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kendall Green, FL and Brent, FL.
1
Start on Northwest 19th Street
149 ft
·
11 sec
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Northwest 19th Street
2
Turn left onto Northwest 1st Avenue
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
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Northwest 1st Avenue
3
Turn left onto North Cypress Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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North Cypress Road
4
Turn left onto West Copans Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
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West Copans Road
Use the straight / none lanes.
5
Turn right onto SR 845
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Powerline Road
Use the none lane.
6
Turn left onto SR 834
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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West Sample Road
Use the none lane.
7
Turn left
456 ft
·
13 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike: Miami, Orlando
Use the left lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North Toll
9
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
239 mi
·
4 hr 18 min
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Florida's Turnpike
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
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Florida's Turnpike
Toward I 75 North: Ocala
Use the straight lane.
11
Merge onto I 75
107 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
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I 75
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 435
Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 10
283 mi
·
5 hr 3 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 12
Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 110
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
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Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 5
Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent Lane
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward FL 296: Brent Lane
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn right onto FL 296
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Brent Lane
Use the none lane.
20
Continue on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Brent Lane
21
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
218 ft
·
12 sec
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Sycamore Drive
22
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
34 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Brent Lane
23
Arrive at destination
East Brent Lane
Trip Plan
To make this 637.6-mile trek easier, aim to depart early in the morning to beat congestion near major urban hubs. You should plan for at least three stops along the way to stretch your legs and keep your energy levels consistent. Since the longest stretch covers 283.4 miles on I-10, prioritize refueling before you hit this section to avoid unnecessary stress in remote areas. Splitting the drive over two days is highly recommended; consider stopping midway to ensure you arrive in Brent refreshed. Keep your $107 fuel estimate in mind, and always verify your route conditions on I-10 before heading out, as traffic patterns on these primary arteries can shift quickly.
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 drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 318.8 miles from Kendall Green, FL, or about 5h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 283.4 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 140 miles or 2h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 318.8 miles or 5h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 318.8 miles or 5h 49m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10h 27m
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 Kendall Green, 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.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Kendall Green, FL
Aim for roughly 319 miles and 5.8 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Brent, FL
Aim for roughly 319 miles and 5.8 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 140 miles from Kendall Green, FL.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 3 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 318.8 mi from Kendall Green, FL · 5h 49m into the drive
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
210 mi into the route
Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch
This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.
Second major stop
Overnight candidate
421 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Tallahassee, FLOvernight Options
Night 1
319 mi · about 5.8h in
A practical overnight split lands near Gainesville, FL after about 319 miles or 5.8 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 140 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 318.8 miles from Kendall Green, 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 283.4 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 319 miles or 5.8 hours on the road.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Brent, FL.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Brent, FL with some flexibility left in the schedule.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$106.51 one way
$213.02 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
223 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $115.37 | $230.74 |
| premium | $4.90 | $122.90 | $245.80 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $141.65 | $283.31 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.72
Florida's Turnpike
(238.9 mi)
$16.72
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
$107
Tolls
$17
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$253–$363
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 223.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $67 in charging · 2 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 191.3 | 2 | $66.95 | $30.60 |
| Efficient EV | 159.4 | 1 | $55.79 | $25.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 255 | 3 | $89.26 | $40.81 |
Gas CO2
223 kg
EV CO2
75 kg (66% less)
Plan for 2 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Afternoon in Brent on Sunday
Local time
3:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live 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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
6 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
11h 33m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Kendall Green, FL to Brent, FL covers 637.6 miles and takes about 11h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Florida's Turnpike, I 75. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 319 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 318.8 miles from Kendall Green, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $106.51 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 3 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 20 significant decision points across 637.6 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 4.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 350.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 350.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Kendall Green, FL to Brent, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
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