The drive from Wabasso Beach, FL to Brent, FL covers 538.8 miles and takes about 9h 59m behind the wheel.
It usually feels better as a 2-day road trip than as one long push.
The route leans on I 10, I 75, Florida's Turnpike for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is long-distance drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 283.4 miles on I 10.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $85.76 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
269.4 miles from Wabasso Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 5h 8m into the drive
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Drive Character
At 538.8 miles and 9h 59m of driving, this is a route where fuel stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single turn. The main roads are I 10 and I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 32 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 35.2 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 538.8 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 35.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 251.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 252 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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35.2 mi into trip|~46m in
Take the exit toward US 192: West Melbourne, Melbourne
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 180
Toward US 192: West Melbourne, Melbourne
8
251.9 mi into trip|~4h 49m 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
252 mi into trip|~4h 49m 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
535.7 mi into trip|~9h 53m 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
537 mi into trip|~9h 55m 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.
Between Wabasso Beach, FL and Brent, FL, road signs point toward Melbourne, Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll, Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala and Tallahassee.
Melbourne
35.2 mi in|~46m
Ocala
80 mi in|~1h 44m
Miami
80 mi in|~1h 44m
Florida's Turnpike Toll
80 mi in|~1h 44m
Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala
80.2 mi in|~1h 44m
Tallahassee
251.9 mi in|~4h 49m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
283.4 mi
5h 3m
I 75
106.9 mi
1h 54m
Florida's Turnpike
64.1 mi
1h 8m
New Haven Avenue
37 mi
44m
I 95
23.9 mi
25m
85th Street
4.7 mi
8m
Bronson Highway
3.3 mi
5m
Wabasso Beach Road
2.6 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 283.4 mi, about 5h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wabasso Beach, FL and Brent, FL.
1
Start on East Barefoot Place
71 ft·9 sec·East Barefoot Place
2
Turn left onto SR A1A
0.1 mi·18 sec·SR A1A
3
Continue on FL 510
2.6 mi·4 min·Wabasso Beach Road
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on CR 510
4.7 mi·8 min·85th Street
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on CR 510
1.2 mi·2 min·90th Avenue
6
Turn left onto CR 512
0.4 mi·42 sec·Sebastian Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Continue on CR 512
2.0 mi·3 min·Fellsmere Road
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
9
Merge onto I 95
24 mi·25 min·I 95
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 180Toward US 192: West Melbourne, MelbourneUse the slight right lane.
11
Continue on US 192
37 mi·44 min·New Haven Avenue
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on US 192; US 441
1.2 mi·1 min·East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
13
Continue on US 192; US 441
2.6 mi·5 min·13th Street
14
Continue on US 192; US 441
0.2 mi·21 sec·East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
15
Continue on US 192; US 441
3.3 mi·5 min·Bronson Highway
Use the right lane.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala
18
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
64 mi·1 hr 8 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike
0.2 mi·15 sec·Florida's Turnpike
Toward I 75 North: OcalaUse the straight lane.
20
Merge onto I 75
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Exit 435Toward I 10: Jacksonville, TallahasseeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·30 sec
Toward I 10 West: TallahasseeUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
23
Merge onto I 10
283 mi·5 hr 3 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 12Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Merge onto I 110
0.4 mi·29 sec·Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 5Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Toward FL 296: Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Turn right onto FL 296
0.3 mi·52 sec·Brent Lane
29
Continue on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi·29 sec·East Brent Lane
30
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
218 ft·12 sec·Sycamore Drive
31
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
34 ft·1 sec·East Brent Lane
32
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 269.4 miles from Wabasso Beach, FL, or about 5h 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 119 miles or 2h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 269.4 miles or 5h 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 269.4 miles or 5h 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 8h 52m
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 Wabasso Beach, 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 Wabasso Beach, FL
Aim for roughly 269 miles and 5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Brent, FL
Aim for roughly 269 miles and 5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 119 miles from Wabasso Beach, FL.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
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 269.4 mi from Wabasso Beach, FL
· 5h 8m 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 538.8
Park Closure: Fort Pickens Campground Restroom A Loop Closure
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $57 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
161.6
1
$56.57
$25.86
Efficient EV
134.7
1
$47.14
$21.55
EV Truck/SUV
215.5
2
$75.43
$34.48
Gas CO2
189 kg
EV CO2
63 kg (67% 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 15, 2026
Origin
Wabasso Beach, FL
Morning
in Wabasso Beach on Saturday
Local time
11:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Brent, FL
Morning
in Brent on Saturday
Local time
10:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Lake Butler, FL
178 mi in
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
16 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
9h 59m 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 Wabasso Beach, FL to Brent, FL covers 538.8 miles and takes about 9h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, I 75, Florida's Turnpike. 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 269 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 269.4 miles from Wabasso Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $85.76 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 21 significant decision points across 538.8 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 35.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 251.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 252 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Wabasso Beach, FL and Brent, FL, road signs point toward Melbourne, Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll, Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala and Tallahassee.
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.
