How far is Cape Coral, FL from Palmetto Estates, FL?
The driving distance from Cape Coral, FL to Palmetto Estates, FL is about 156.6 miles (252.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 118.1 miles (190 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 05m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Collier County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cape Coral and Palmetto Estates.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cape Coral and Palmetto Estates.
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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
106.5 mi · 1 hr 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 27: Miami, South Bay
1118 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 27 South: Miami
2407 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left
9.2 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight right
8.6 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit right toward Florida's Turnpike South: Homestead, Key West
1324 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
17.4 mi · 20 min · Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 992: Southwest 117th Avenue, Southwest 152nd Street
748 ft · 14 sec
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Continue on State Road 821 Access Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Road 821 Access Road
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Keep slight left to continue on State Road 821 Access Road
1161 ft · 29 sec · State Road 821 Access Road
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Turn left onto Southwest 152nd Street
1969 ft · 48 sec · Southwest 152nd Street
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Turn right onto Southwest 112th Avenue
2696 ft · 1 min · Southwest 112th Avenue
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Turn left onto Southwest 160th Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Southwest 160th Street
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Turn left onto Southwest 104th Avenue
79 m · 7 sec · Southwest 104th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Southwest 104th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cape Coral and Palmetto Estates.
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 South
Merge slight left
107 mi · 01h 54m
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 Cape Coral and Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Palmetto Estates.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cape Coral to Palmetto Estates?
The road trip is about 156.6 miles (252.1 km) and usually takes 03h 05m 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?
Immokalee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.4 miles from Cape Coral and 78.3 miles from Palmetto Estates.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 118.1 miles (190 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.5 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 10:50 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.94 one way or $45.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Cape Coral and Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Palmetto Estates.
Stop Ideas Near Immokalee
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 Immokalee.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cape Coral and Palmetto Estates. Straight-line distance: 118.04 mi (189.97 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 Palmetto Estates
Census-designated place in Miami-Dade County, Florida
| Population | 13,535 |
| Coordinates | 25.6214900, -80.3620000 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: Palmetto Estates (-80.362, 25.62149)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 252 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
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 | $22.94 | $45.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $25.42 | $50.83 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $27.07 | $54.15 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $24.06 | $48.11 |
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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