How far is Cape Coral, FL from Everglades City, FL?
The driving distance from Cape Coral, FL to Everglades City, FL is about 74.6 miles (120 km), with a travel time of about 01h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 60 miles (96.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 39m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cape Coral and Everglades City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cape Coral and Everglades City.
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Start on the route
29 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto Cape Coral Parkway East
38 m · 9 sec · Cape Coral Parkway East
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Continue on Cape Coral Parkway East
1.1 mi · 2 min · Cape Coral Parkway East
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Continue on Cape Coral Bridge Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Cape Coral Bridge Road
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Continue on College Parkway
2.9 mi · 5 min · College Parkway
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Turn right onto South Cleveland Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · South Cleveland Avenue
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Turn left onto Daniels Parkway
4.6 mi · 8 min · Daniels Parkway
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 75 South: Naples
2673 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
28.9 mi · 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 951: Naples, Marco Island
2103 ft · 52 sec
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Keep slight right
134 m · 15 sec
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Turn straight onto Collier Boulevard
6.7 mi · 11 min · Collier Boulevard
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Turn left onto Tamiami Trail
23.9 mi · 31 min · Tamiami Trail
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Turn right onto County Road 29
2.7 mi · 4 min · County Road 29
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Continue on Collier Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · Collier Avenue
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Turn left
903 ft · 39 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cape Coral and Everglades City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 75 South
Merge slight left
28.9 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Sunny leaving Cape Coral and Sunny near Everglades City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cape Coral to Everglades City?
The road trip is about 74.6 miles (120 km) and usually takes 01h 39m 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?
Golden Gate is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.3 miles from Cape Coral and 37.2 miles from Everglades City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60 miles (96.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.6 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:12 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.09 one way or $20.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Cape Coral and Sunny near Everglades City.
Stop Ideas Near Golden Gate
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cape Coral and Everglades City. Straight-line distance: 60.02 mi (96.59 km).
#1 Cape Coral
The second most populous city in Lee County, Florida.
| Population | 200,972 |
| Coordinates | 26.5628500, -81.9495300 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Everglades City
City in Collier County, Florida, United States
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 25.8601000, -81.3803600 |
| Altitude | 0 |
| Country | United States |
End: Everglades City (-81.38036, 25.8601)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 120 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
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 | $3.84 | $10.09 | $20.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.32 | $11.37 | $22.74 |
| Premium | $4.66 | $12.26 | $24.52 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $15.58 | $31.15 |
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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