How far is Destin, FL from Brent, FL?
The driving distance from Destin, FL to Brent, FL is about 63 miles (101.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.4 miles (71.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 16m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Okaloosa County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Destin and Brent.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Destin and Brent.
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Start on Mountain Drive
9 m · 1 sec · Mountain Drive
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Benning Drive
3 m · 1 sec · Benning Drive
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Exit the roundabout onto Benning Drive
152 m · 18 sec · Benning Drive
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Turn right onto Harbor Boulevard
6.9 mi · 13 min · Harbor Boulevard
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Keep slight left to continue on Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast
2362 ft · 1 min · Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast
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Continue on Miracle Strip Pkwy Southwest
1.7 mi · 4 min · Miracle Strip Pkwy Southwest
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Continue on East Miracle Strip Parkway
9.4 mi · 14 min · East Miracle Strip Parkway
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Continue on Navarre Parkway
9 mi · 15 min · Navarre Parkway
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Continue on Gulf Breeze Parkway
14.9 mi · 25 min · Gulf Breeze Parkway
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Continue on Pensacola Bay Bridge
3.5 mi · 6 min · Pensacola Bay Bridge
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Continue on East Gregory Street
3006 ft · 1 min · East Gregory Street
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Take the exit straight toward I 110 North
2524 ft · 39 sec
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Continue on Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
3.5 mi · 4 min · Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 296: Airport Boulevard
1690 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto Brent Lane
2458 ft · 1 min · Brent Lane
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Continue on East Brent Lane
736 ft · 30 sec · East Brent Lane
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Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
67 m · 13 sec · Sycamore Drive
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Turn left onto East Brent Lane
10 m · 1 sec · East Brent Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Brent Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Destin and Brent.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Gulf Breeze Parkway
Continue on Gulf Breeze Parkway
14.9 mi · 00h 25m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Destin and Mostly Sunny near Brent.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Destin to Brent?
The road trip is about 63 miles (101.4 km) and usually takes 01h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mary Esther is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.7 miles from Destin and 37.3 miles from Brent.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44.4 miles (71.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.21 one way or $18.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Destin and Mostly Sunny near Brent.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Destin and Brent. Straight-line distance: 44.41 mi (71.47 km).
#1 Destin
City in Florida
| Population | 14,284 |
| Coordinates | 30.3935300, -86.4957800 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brent
A city located in Pasco County, Florida.
| Population | 21,800 |
| Coordinates | 30.4688100, -87.2360800 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Brent Lane (-87.23608, 30.468809)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 101 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $9.21 | $18.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $10.20 | $20.41 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $10.87 | $21.74 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $9.66 | $19.31 |
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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