How far is Palatka, FL from Brent, FL?
The driving distance from Palatka, FL to Brent, FL is about 372 miles (598.7 km), with a travel time of about 05h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 339.5 miles (546.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 43m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 05h 51m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
The capital of Florida.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Palatka and Brent.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palatka and Brent.
-
1
Start on Reid Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Reid Street
-
2
Turn left onto Reid Street
38 mi · 51 min · Reid Street
-
3
Continue on Madison Street
24.9 mi · 34 min · Madison Street
-
4
Continue on Southeast State Road 100
10 mi · 13 min · Southeast State Road 100
-
5
Keep slight right
2.6 mi · 4 min
-
6
Continue on Northwest Bascom Norris Drive
1897 ft · 36 sec · Northwest Bascom Norris Drive
-
7
Turn right onto Northwest Main Boulevard
1613 ft · 31 sec · Northwest Main Boulevard
-
8
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Northwest Main Boulevard
41 m · 2 sec · Northwest Main Boulevard
-
9
Exit the roundabout onto Northwest Main Boulevard
2418 ft · 38 sec · Northwest Main Boulevard
-
10
Continue on Northwest US Highway 41
2.8 mi · 4 min · Northwest US Highway 41
-
11
Take the ramp left toward I 10 West: Live Oak
1140 ft · 28 sec
-
12
Merge slight left
288.2 mi · 5 hr 9 min
-
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach
1.4 km · 1 min
-
14
Merge slight left onto Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
2220 ft · 29 sec · Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
-
15
Take the exit slight right toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent Lane
1170 ft · 22 sec
-
16
Keep slight left to continue on FL 296: Brent Lane
1 mi · 2 min
-
17
Turn right onto Brent Lane
1807 ft · 53 sec · Brent Lane
-
18
Continue on East Brent Lane
736 ft · 30 sec · East Brent Lane
-
19
Turn left onto Sycamore Drive
67 m · 13 sec · Sycamore Drive
-
20
Turn left onto East Brent Lane
10 m · 1 sec · East Brent Lane
-
21
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Brent Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Palatka and Brent.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 10 West
Merge slight left
288 mi · 05h 09m
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 Palatka and Partly Sunny near Brent.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Palatka to Brent?
The road trip is about 372 miles (598.7 km) and usually takes 05h 51m 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?
Tallahassee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 185.9 miles from Palatka and 186.2 miles from Brent.
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 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:16 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $54.46 one way or $108.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 116.7 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Palatka and Brent, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Palatka and Partly Sunny near Brent.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Palatka and Brent. Straight-line distance: 339.52 mi (546.41 km).
#1 Palatka
County seat of Putnam County, Florida, United States
| Population | 10,457 |
| Coordinates | 29.6485800, -81.6375800 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| 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: 599 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 12m |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $54.46 | $108.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $60.35 | $120.69 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $64.28 | $128.57 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $57.12 | $114.23 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Florida · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.