How far is Brent, FL from Palatka, FL?
The driving distance from Brent, FL to Palatka, FL is about 372 miles (598.6 km), with a travel time of about 07h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 339.5 miles (546.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 14h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 07h 05m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brent and Palatka.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brent and Palatka.
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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
288 mi · 5 hr 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 41: Lake City, White Springs
1441 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right onto Northwest US Highway 41
2.6 mi · 3 min · Northwest US Highway 41
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Continue on Northwest Main Boulevard
2419 ft · 38 sec · Northwest Main Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Northwest Main Boulevard
37 m · 2 sec · Northwest Main Boulevard
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Exit the roundabout onto Northwest Main Boulevard
1605 ft · 31 sec · Northwest Main Boulevard
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Turn left onto Northwest Bascom Norris Drive
1954 ft · 39 sec · Northwest Bascom Norris Drive
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Continue on Northeast Bascom Norris Drive
2.6 mi · 4 min · Northeast Bascom Norris Drive
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Continue straight
72.8 mi · 1 hr 38 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Reid Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · Reid Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Reid Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brent and Palatka.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 10 East
Merge slight left
288 mi · 05h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Sunny leaving Brent and Sunny near Palatka.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brent to Palatka?
The road trip is about 372 miles (598.6 km) and usually takes 07h 05m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Midway is a useful midpoint, sitting about 185.7 miles from Brent and 186.2 miles from Palatka.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 339.5 miles (546.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.5 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 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $54.42 one way or $108.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 116.6 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Brent and Palatka, 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 Palatka.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brent and Palatka. Straight-line distance: 339.52 mi (546.41 km).
#1 Brent
A city located in Pasco County, Florida.
| Population | 21,800 |
| Coordinates | 30.4688100, -87.2360800 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Palatka
County seat of Putnam County, Florida, United States
| Population | 10,457 |
| Coordinates | 29.6485800, -81.6375800 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: Palatka (-81.63758, 29.64858)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 599 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 38m |
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 | $54.42 | $108.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $60.30 | $120.60 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $64.24 | $128.47 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $57.07 | $114.14 |
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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