How far is Brent, FL from Madison, FL?
The driving distance from Brent, FL to Madison, FL is about 245.8 miles (395.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 227.7 miles (366.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 57m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 28m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brent and Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brent and Madison.
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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
238.1 mi · 4 hr 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 14: Madison, Perry
1722 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left
1364 ft · 21 sec
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Continue straight
3.9 mi · 6 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Southwest Range Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brent and Madison.
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
238 mi · 04h 15m
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.
Sunny leaving Brent and Sunny near Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brent to Madison?
The road trip is about 245.8 miles (395.6 km) and usually takes 04h 28m 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?
Cottondale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 122.7 miles from Brent and 123.1 miles from Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 227.7 miles (366.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.1 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 8:02 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.00 one way or $72.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 77.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Brent and Madison, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Brent and Sunny near Madison.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brent and Madison. Straight-line distance: 227.66 mi (366.39 km).
#1 Brent
A city located in Pasco County, Florida.
| Population | 21,800 |
| Coordinates | 30.4688100, -87.2360800 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Madison
City in Madison County, Florida, United States
| Population | 2,789 |
| Coordinates | 30.4693800, -83.4129300 |
| Altitude | 59 |
| Country | United States |
End: Madison (-83.41293, 30.46938)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 396 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $36.00 | $72.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $39.89 | $79.79 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $42.50 | $84.99 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $37.76 | $75.52 |
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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