This 611.8-mile journey from Wellington to Brent, Florida, will take approximately 11 hours and 3 minutes of driving time. Given the considerable distance and duration, it's strongly recommended to break this trip into two days. You'll be spending most of your time on major interstates, with Florida's Turnpike, I-75, and I-10 forming the backbone of your route. The estimated fuel cost for this extensive drive is around $97. While it's a long-distance drive primarily through Florida, planning for at least one overnight stop will make the experience much more manageable and enjoyable.
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
305.9 miles from Wellington, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 5h 32m into the drive
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly interstate experience on this route, with 98% of the drive utilizing major highways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 283.4 miles, all on I-10. This means you'll be covering significant ground quickly, but it also suggests long periods of consistent highway driving. The character of the drive is largely defined by these fast-paced interstate segments, offering efficiency for covering the 611.8 miles between Wellington and Brent. Be prepared for a consistent driving rhythm dictated by the speed limits of these major arteries.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 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 16 significant decision points across 611.8 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 7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 324.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 325 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
7 mi into trip|~12m 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
324.9 mi into trip|~5h 53m 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
325 mi into trip|~5h 53m 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
608.7 mi into trip|~10h 58m 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
610.1 mi into trip|~10h 59m 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 Wellington, FL to Brent, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
Tallahassee
324.9 mi in|~5h 53m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
283.4 mi
5h 3m
Florida's Turnpike
210.6 mi
3h 45m
I 75
106.9 mi
1h 54m
Southern Boulevard
5.1 mi
8m
Forest Hill Boulevard
1.6 mi
3m
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
0.4 mi
<1m
Brent Lane
0.3 mi
<1m
East Brent 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 Wellington, FL and Brent, FL.
1
Start on Montauk Drive
281 ft·14 sec·Montauk Drive
2
Turn right onto Westhampton Circle
0.1 mi·25 sec·Westhampton Circle
3
Turn left onto Forest Hill Boulevard
1.6 mi·3 min·Forest Hill Boulevard
4
Take the ramp
268 ft·7 sec
5
Merge onto US 98; US 441; FL 80
5.1 mi·8 min·Southern Boulevard
Use the right lane.
6
Turn left
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, OrlandoUse the left lane.
7
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
210 mi·3 hr 45 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
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.
9
Merge onto I 75
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Exit 435Toward I 10: Jacksonville, TallahasseeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·30 sec
Toward I 10 West: TallahasseeUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 10
283 mi·5 hr 3 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 12Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 110
0.4 mi·29 sec·Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 5Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Toward FL 296: Brent LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn right onto FL 296
0.3 mi·52 sec·Brent Lane
18
Continue on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi·29 sec·East Brent Lane
19
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
218 ft·12 sec·Sycamore Drive
20
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
34 ft·1 sec·East Brent Lane
21
Arrive at destination
East Brent Lane
Trip Plan
For this 11-hour drive, departing early in the morning is your best bet to maximize daylight driving. With three planned stops and a longest stretch of 283.4 miles, consider splitting the trip into two days, perhaps stopping around the halfway point of the total duration. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 283.4-mile segment on I-10, as services can sometimes be more spread out on longer interstate stretches. Budgeting approximately $97 for fuel is a good estimate for this 611.8-mile journey.
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 305.9 miles from Wellington, FL, or about 5h 32m 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 135 miles or 2h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 305.9 miles or 5h 32m 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 305.9 miles or 5h 32m
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 9h 56m
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 Wellington, 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 Wellington, FL
Aim for roughly 306 miles and 5.5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Brent, FL
Aim for roughly 306 miles and 5.5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 135 miles from Wellington, 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 305.9 mi from Wellington, FL
· 5h 32m 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 611.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$97.38 one way
$194.76 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg214 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$105.93
$211.87
premium
$4.72
$113.76
$227.52
diesel
$5.61
$135.08
$270.16
Estimated Tolls: $14.73
Florida's Turnpike
(210.4 mi)$14.73
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
$97
Tolls
$15
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$242–$352
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 214.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $64 in charging
· 2 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
183.5
2
$64.24
$29.37
Efficient EV
153
1
$53.53
$24.47
EV Truck/SUV
244.7
3
$85.65
$39.16
Gas CO2
214 kg
EV CO2
72 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Wellington, FL
Night
in Wellington on Friday
Local time
9:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Chance Rain Showers
E 10 mph28% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Brent, FL
Evening
in Brent on Friday
Local time
8:42 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.
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
2 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 3m 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 Wellington, FL to Brent, FL covers 611.8 miles and takes about 11h 3m 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 306 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 305.9 miles from Wellington, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $97.38 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 16 significant decision points across 611.8 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 7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 324.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 325 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Wellington, FL to Brent, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Gulf Islands National Seashore.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
