Origin
Midway, FL
Late night in Midway on Wednesday
Local time
12:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Midway, FL to Brent, FL
Data updated 37 minutes ago
Drive Time
37m
Distance
21.1 mi
34 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Midway, FL
Arian Fernandez
Brent, FL
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 21.1-mile drive from Midway, FL to Brent, FL is easily manageable as a day trip, taking approximately 37 minutes. With 71% of the route on highways, expect a focused driving experience. You'll primarily be on Gulf Breeze Parkway, Pensacola Bay Bridge, and Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $3, making it an economical option. Given its short length and efficient profile, this route is ideal for a quick transition between locations within Florida without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
10.5 miles from Midway, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 71% of the mileage dedicated to faster roads. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 11.5 miles on Gulf Breeze Parkway, offering a consistent pace. The route's character is shaped by its main arteries: Gulf Breeze Parkway, Pensacola Bay Bridge, and Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway, suggesting a progression through a mix of parkway and potentially bridge-related infrastructure. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes directness and efficient travel over winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Gulf Breeze Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 11.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Gulf Breeze Parkway and Pensacola Bay Bridge. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Keystone Drive.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 37m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Keystone Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (US 98 / Gulf Breeze Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Keystone Drive
Turn right onto Keystone Drive
Navigation decision point
7
0.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 98 / Gulf Breeze Parkway
At end of road, turn right onto US 98 / Gulf Breeze Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
16.1 mi into trip
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~29m in
Take the exit toward I 110 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 110 North
7
20.1 mi into trip
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~34m in
Take the exit toward FL 296: Airport Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward FL 296: Airport Boulevard
5
21.1 mi into trip
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~37m in
|
East Brent Lane
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf Breeze Parkway | 11.5 mi | 20m |
| Pensacola Bay Bridge | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| East Gregory Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Brent Lane | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Wheeler Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Brent Lane | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Keystone Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Gulf Breeze Parkway
— 11.5 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Midway, FL and Brent, FL.
1
Start on Cedar Street
388 ft
·
19 sec
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Cedar Street
2
Turn right onto Keystone Drive
477 ft
·
24 sec
·
Keystone Drive
3
Turn left onto Wheeler Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Wheeler Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 98
12 mi
·
20 min
·
Gulf Breeze Parkway
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on US 98
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Pensacola Bay Bridge
6
Continue on US 98
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Gregory Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 110 North
8
Continue on I 110
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 5
Toward FL 296: Airport Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto FL 296
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Brent Lane
11
Continue on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Brent Lane
12
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
218 ft
·
12 sec
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Sycamore Drive
13
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
34 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Brent Lane
14
Arrive at destination
East Brent Lane
Trip Plan
For this short 37-minute trip covering 21.1 miles, flexibility is your best asset. You can depart anytime without needing to meticulously plan stops, though a brief pause for fuel is always a good idea, with an estimated cost of $3. The longest continuous stretch is 11.5 miles on Gulf Breeze Parkway, so you'll have opportunities to break up the drive if desired. Pay attention to signage as you transition between the main roads – Gulf Breeze Parkway, Pensacola Bay Bridge, and Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway – to ensure you stay on course for Brent, FL.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 10.5 miles from Midway, FL, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.5 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 21.1 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.5 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
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 Midway, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Midway, FL
This is one driving day of about 21.1 miles and 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Midway, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Gulf Breeze Parkway for about 11.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.5 mi from Midway, FL · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 21.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.5 miles from Midway, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Brent, 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
$3.36 one way
$6.72 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $3.65 | $7.31 |
| premium | $4.72 | $3.92 | $7.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.66 | $9.32 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.00
Bay Bridge
$7.00
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
$3
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.22 | $1.01 |
| Efficient EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.95 | $1.35 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Late night in Brent on Wednesday
Local time
12:16 AM
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.
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
37m 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 Midway, FL to Brent, FL covers 21.1 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Gulf Breeze Parkway, Pensacola Bay Bridge, Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.5 miles from Midway, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.36 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.
This is a straightforward 37m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Keystone Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (US 98 / Gulf Breeze Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Midway, FL to Brent, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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