How far is Davenport, FL from Cape Coral, FL?
The driving distance from Davenport, FL to Cape Coral, FL is about 146.7 miles (236.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 112.5 miles (181 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 47m 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 02h 53m.
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 Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Davenport and Cape Coral.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Davenport and Cape Coral.
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Start on the route
862 ft · 23 sec
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Turn right onto West Bay Street
1.4 km · 2 min · West Bay Street
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Continue straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.4 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
2.9 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto Lucerne Park Road
6.1 mi · 9 min · Lucerne Park Road
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Continue on 1st Street North
1.2 km · 2 min · 1st Street North
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Continue on Lake Silver Drive
1302 ft · 32 sec · Lake Silver Drive
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Continue on 1st Street North
1.9 mi · 4 min · 1st Street North
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Turn right onto Cypress Gardens Boulevard
1306 ft · 30 sec · Cypress Gardens Boulevard
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Turn left
1.4 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
38.6 mi · 56 min
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Continue straight
2.5 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
38.8 mi · 53 min
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Turn left onto I 75 South: Naples
2330 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left
5.8 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 762: North Fort Myers, Cape Coral
1532 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on CR 762 West, to US 41
859 ft · 21 sec
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Turn straight onto Tuckers Grade
1.4 km · 2 min · Tuckers Grade
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Turn left onto Tamiami Trail
10.4 mi · 13 min · Tamiami Trail
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Turn right onto Del Prado Boulevard North
6.5 mi · 11 min · Del Prado Boulevard North
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Continue on Del Prado Boulevard South
6.2 mi · 13 min · Del Prado Boulevard South
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Turn right onto Cape Coral Parkway East
1669 ft · 41 sec · Cape Coral Parkway East
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Turn right
61 m · 15 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 Davenport and Cape Coral.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Cypress Gardens Boulevard
Continue straight
38.8 mi · 00h 53m
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 Davenport and Partly Sunny near Cape Coral.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Davenport to Cape Coral?
The road trip is about 146.7 miles (236.1 km) and usually takes 02h 53m 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?
Sweetwater is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.1 miles from Davenport and 81.6 miles from Cape Coral.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 112.5 miles (181 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.2 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 12:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.49 one way or $42.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Davenport and Partly Sunny near Cape Coral.
Stop Ideas Near Sweetwater
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 Sweetwater.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Davenport and Cape Coral. Straight-line distance: 112.49 mi (181.04 km).
#1 Davenport
City in Florida
| Population | 7,301 |
| Coordinates | 28.1614000, -81.6017400 |
| Altitude | 42 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cape Coral
The second most populous city in Lee County, Florida.
| Population | 200,972 |
| Coordinates | 26.5628500, -81.9495300 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-81.94953, 26.562855)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 236 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 49m |
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 | $21.49 | $42.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $23.81 | $47.61 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $25.36 | $50.72 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $22.53 | $45.07 |
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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