How far is Brent, FL from Live Oak, FL?
The driving distance from Brent, FL to Live Oak, FL is about 272 miles (437.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 253.7 miles (408.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Jackson County, Florida, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brent and Live Oak.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brent and Live Oak.
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Start on East Brent Lane
701 ft · 26 sec · East Brent Lane
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Continue on Brent Lane
2372 ft · 1 min · Brent Lane
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Turn left
1811 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 110 North
2883 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
1.4 km · 1 min · Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 10 East, FL 291: Tallahassee, Davis Highway
1328 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 10 East: Tallahassee
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
261.1 mi · 4 hr 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 90: Live Oak, Lee
2070 ft · 50 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 90 East: Live Oak
997 ft · 24 sec
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Turn straight
7 mi · 10 min
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Turn right onto Dowling Avenue
106 m · 15 sec · Dowling Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dowling Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brent and Live Oak.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 10 East
Merge slight left
261 mi · 04h 40m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Brent and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Live Oak.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brent to Live Oak?
The road trip is about 272 miles (437.8 km) and usually takes 04h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Grand Ridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 135.8 miles from Brent and 136.2 miles from Live Oak.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 253.7 miles (408.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:06 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.82 one way or $79.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 85.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Brent and Live Oak, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Brent and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Live Oak.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brent and Live Oak. Straight-line distance: 253.71 mi (408.31 km).
#1 Brent
A city located in Pasco County, Florida.
| Population | 21,800 |
| Coordinates | 30.4688100, -87.2360800 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Live Oak
County seat of Suwannee County, Florida, United States
| Population | 6,990 |
| Coordinates | 30.2949500, -82.9840200 |
| Altitude | 32 |
| Country | United States |
End: Live Oak (-82.98402, 30.29495)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 438 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.15 | $39.82 | $79.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $44.12 | $88.24 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $47.00 | $94.00 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $41.76 | $83.52 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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