Origin
Wright, FL
Afternoon in Wright on Thursday
Local time
3:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wright, FL to Brent, FL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
45.2 mi
73 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wright, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Brent, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Wright, FL to Brent, FL covers 45.2 miles and takes about 1h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Gulf Breeze Parkway, Navarre Parkway, East Miracle Strip Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.9 miles on Gulf Breeze Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.19 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 45.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 14m highway drive covering 45.2 miles, with most of the trip on Gulf Breeze Parkway and Navarre Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.9 miles on Gulf Breeze Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 14.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Gulf Breeze Parkway and Navarre Parkway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.8 miles in near US 98 / East Miracle Strip Parkway.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 14m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.8 miles (US 98 / East Miracle Strip Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 40.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 44.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
3.8 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 98 / East Miracle Strip Parkway
Turn right onto US 98 / East Miracle Strip Parkway
Navigation decision point
4
40.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward I 110 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 110 North
7
44.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m 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
4
45.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
Sycamore Drive
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
Navigation decision point
5
45.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
East Brent Lane
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf Breeze Parkway | 14.9 mi | 24m |
| Navarre Parkway | 9 mi | 14m |
| East Miracle Strip Parkway | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| Pensacola Bay Bridge | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Beal Parkway Northwest | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Mary Esther Cut Off | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Mary Esther Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Gulf Breeze Parkway
— 14.9 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wright, FL and Brent, FL.
1
Start on FL 189
71 ft
·
9 sec
·
Beal Parkway Northwest
2
Continue on FL 189
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Beal Parkway Northwest
3
Turn right onto FL 393
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Mary Esther Cut Off
4
Continue on FL 393
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Mary Esther Boulevard
5
Turn right onto US 98
8.6 mi
·
12 min
·
East Miracle Strip Parkway
6
Continue on US 98
9.0 mi
·
14 min
·
Navarre Parkway
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on US 98
15 mi
·
24 min
·
Gulf Breeze Parkway
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 98
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Pensacola Bay Bridge
9
Continue on US 98
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Gregory Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 110 North
11
Continue on I 110
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 5
Toward FL 296: Airport Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto FL 296
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Brent Lane
14
Continue on East Brent Lane
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Brent Lane
15
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
218 ft
·
12 sec
·
Sycamore Drive
16
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
34 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Brent Lane
17
Arrive at destination
East Brent Lane
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.6 mi from Wright, FL · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.6 miles from Wright, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.19 one way
$14.39 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $7.83 | $15.65 |
| premium | $4.72 | $8.40 | $16.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.98 | $19.96 |
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.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$7
Total
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.75 | $2.17 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Afternoon in Brent on Thursday
Local time
3:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
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
1h 14m 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 Wright, FL to Brent, FL covers 45.2 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Gulf Breeze Parkway, Navarre Parkway, East Miracle Strip 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 22.6 miles from Wright, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.19 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 1h 14m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.8 miles (US 98 / East Miracle Strip Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 40.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 44.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Wright, FL to Brent, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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