Origin
Palm Springs, FL
Afternoon in Palm Springs on Sunday
Local time
4:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Palm Springs, FL to Brent, FL
Drive Time
12h 8m
Distance
666.9 mi
1,073 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$111
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
11h 57m
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6 AM
12h 8m
8 AM
12h 30m
10 AM
12h 16m
12 PM
12h 14m
3 PM
12h 17m
5 PM
12h 29m
8 PM
12h 2m
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
Traveling from Palm Springs to Brent covers approximately 666.9 miles across the state of Florida. Given the estimated drive time of 12 hours and 8 minutes, this is a significant long-distance haul that is best approached as a two-day trip. Your route relies heavily on major arteries, including Florida's Turnpike, I-75, and I-10. Expect to set aside about $111 for fuel to complete the journey. Because this trek spans nearly the entire length of the state, splitting the drive into two days allows for a much more manageable experience. It is a straightforward, functional route designed for efficiency rather than leisure.
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
333.4 miles from Palm Springs, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6h 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed, interstate-heavy journey as 98% of your time will be spent on major highways. The road maintains a consistent, utilitarian personality, prioritizing speed and direct access over winding backroads. You will face a significant, uninterrupted 283.4-mile stretch along I-10, which requires steady focus and endurance behind the wheel. As you transition between the turnpike and the interstate system, the rhythm of the drive remains largely uniform. This is an interstate grind that demands preparation for long periods of highway driving.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 7.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 666.9 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 7.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.2 miles (Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 379.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
7.3 mi into trip
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~13m in
Turn left toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
8
11.2 mi into trip
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~18m in
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Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Keep slight right at fork onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike Toll North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike Toll North
8
379.9 mi into trip
|
~6h 58m 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
380.1 mi into trip
|
~6h 58m 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
663.8 mi into trip
|
~12h 2m 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
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Palm Springs, FL to Brent, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
Tallahassee
379.9 mi in
|
~6h 58m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 283.4 mi | 5h 3m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 260.8 mi | 4h 43m |
| I 75 | 106.9 mi | 1h 54m |
| Northwest 57th Avenue/Red Road | 5 mi | 9m |
| Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| West 4th Avenue/Red Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| West 53rd Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 283.4 mi, about 5h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palm Springs, FL and Brent, FL.
1
Start on West 8th Avenue
163 ft
·
11 sec
·
West 8th Avenue
2
Turn left onto West 53rd Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West 53rd Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto SR 823
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
West 4th Avenue/Red Road
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on SR 823
5.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Northwest 57th Avenue/Red Road
Use the left / none lanes.
5
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
3.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike Toll North
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
8
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
261 mi
·
4 hr 43 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Florida's Turnpike
Toward I 75 North: Ocala
Use the straight lane.
10
Merge onto I 75
107 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
I 75
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 435
Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 10
283 mi
·
5 hr 3 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 12
Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 110
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
16
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.
17
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward FL 296: Brent Lane
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn right onto FL 296
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Brent Lane
Use the none lane.
19
Continue on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Brent Lane
20
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
218 ft
·
12 sec
·
Sycamore Drive
21
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
34 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Brent Lane
22
Arrive at destination
East Brent Lane
Trip Plan
To keep your energy high, plan for at least three well-timed stops throughout the 666.9-mile journey. Departing early in the morning is essential to avoid potential traffic congestion on Florida's busiest corridors. Since the longest stretch covers 283.4 miles on I-10, make sure to fuel up before merging onto that section to avoid unnecessary downtime. Splitting the trip into two days will help you arrive in Brent feeling refreshed rather than exhausted. Prioritize consistent pacing and regular breaks to navigate the 12-hour drive safely and effectively.
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 333.4 miles from Palm Springs, FL, or about 6h 8m 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 147 miles or 2h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 333.4 miles or 6h 8m 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 333.4 miles or 6h 8m
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 11h 1m
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 Palm Springs, 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 Palm Springs, FL
Aim for roughly 333 miles and 6.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Brent, FL
Aim for roughly 333 miles and 6.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 147 miles from Palm Springs, 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 333.4 mi from Palm Springs, FL · 6h 8m into the drive
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
220 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
440 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 Lake City, FLOvernight Options
Night 1
333 mi · about 6.1h in
A practical overnight split lands near Orlando, FL after about 333 miles or 6.1 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 147 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 333.4 miles from Palm Springs, 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 333 miles or 6.1 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
$111.40 one way
$222.81 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
233 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $120.67 | $241.34 |
| premium | $4.90 | $128.55 | $257.10 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $148.16 | $296.32 |
Estimated Tolls: $18.52
Florida's Turnpike
(260.5 mi)
$18.24
Homestead Extension
(4.6 mi)
$0.28
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
$111
Tolls
$19
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$260–$370
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 233.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $70 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 200.1 | 2 | $70.02 | $32.01 |
| Efficient EV | 166.7 | 1 | $58.35 | $26.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 266.8 | 3 | $93.37 | $42.68 |
Gas CO2
233 kg
EV CO2
78 kg (67% 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
3:02 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
12h 8m 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 Palm Springs, FL to Brent, FL covers 666.9 miles and takes about 12h 8m 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 333 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 333.4 miles from Palm Springs, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $111.40 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 18 significant decision points across 666.9 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 7.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.2 miles (Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 379.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Palm Springs, FL to Brent, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
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