How far is Cape Coral, FL from Osprey, FL?
The driving distance from Cape Coral, FL to Osprey, FL is about 70.3 miles (113.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55 miles (88.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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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 34m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cape Coral and Osprey.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cape Coral and Osprey.
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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 · 7 sec · Cape Coral Parkway East
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Turn right onto Vincennes Boulevard
109 m · 13 sec · Vincennes Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Vincennes Boulevard
19 m · 2 sec · Vincennes Boulevard
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Exit the roundabout onto Vincennes Boulevard
2436 ft · 1 min · Vincennes Boulevard
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Turn right onto Coronado Parkway
1 km · 2 min · Coronado Parkway
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Turn left onto Del Prado Boulevard South
5.2 mi · 11 min · Del Prado Boulevard South
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Continue on Del Prado Boulevard North
6.5 mi · 11 min · Del Prado Boulevard North
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Turn left onto North Tamiami Trail
10.4 mi · 13 min · North Tamiami Trail
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Turn right onto Tuckers Grade
1.1 mi · 2 min · Tuckers Grade
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 75 North: Tampa
2299 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
37.4 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 762: Nokomis, Laurel
1176 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on CR 762 West
147 m · 14 sec
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Turn left onto Laurel Road East
3.2 mi · 6 min · Laurel Road East
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Turn right onto Tamiami Trail
4.5 mi · 7 min · Tamiami Trail
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Turn sharp left
29 m · 14 sec
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Turn right onto West Bay Street
14 m · 2 sec · West Bay Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Bay Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cape Coral and Osprey.
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 75 North
Merge slight left
37.4 mi · 00h 40m
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 Osprey.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cape Coral to Osprey?
The road trip is about 70.3 miles (113.1 km) and usually takes 01h 34m 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?
Harbour Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.2 miles from Cape Coral and 35.1 miles from Osprey.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55 miles (88.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.3 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.29 one way or $20.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Cape Coral and Sunny near Osprey.
Stop Ideas Near Harbour Heights
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Harbour Heights.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cape Coral and Osprey. Straight-line distance: 55 mi (88.52 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 Osprey
Census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida
| Population | 6,100 |
| Coordinates | 27.1961600, -82.4903700 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: Osprey (-82.49037, 27.19616)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 113 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $10.29 | $20.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $11.40 | $22.80 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $12.14 | $24.28 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $10.79 | $21.58 |
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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