How far is Everglades City, FL from Cape Coral, FL?
The driving distance from Everglades City, FL to Cape Coral, FL is about 74.8 miles (120.3 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Everglades City and Cape Coral.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Everglades City and Cape Coral.
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Start on the route
700 ft · 32 sec
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Turn left
49 m · 10 sec
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Turn right onto Collier Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · Collier Avenue
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Continue on County Road 29
2.7 mi · 4 min · County Road 29
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Turn left onto Tamiami Trail
23.9 mi · 31 min · Tamiami Trail
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Turn right onto Collier Boulevard
7 mi · 11 min · Collier Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 75 North: Tampa
2572 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
28.7 mi · 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 876: Cape Coral
1765 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on CR 876 West: Lee County Sports Complex, Florida SouthWestern State College, Cape Coral
160 m · 17 sec
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Turn left onto CR 876 West
35 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto Daniels Parkway
4.8 mi · 8 min · Daniels 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 College Parkway
3.2 mi · 6 min · College Parkway
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Continue on Cape Coral Bridge Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Cape Coral Bridge Road
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Continue on Cape Coral Parkway East
1 mi · 2 min · 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 Everglades City 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.
I 75 North
Merge slight left
28.7 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 Everglades City and Sunny near Cape Coral.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Everglades City to Cape Coral?
The road trip is about 74.8 miles (120.3 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 37.4 miles from Everglades City and 37.3 miles from Cape Coral.
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 14.8 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 $10.12 one way or $20.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Everglades City and Sunny near Cape Coral.
Stop Ideas Near Golden Gate
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Everglades City and Cape Coral. Straight-line distance: 60.02 mi (96.59 km).
#1 Everglades City
City in Collier County, Florida, United States
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 25.8601000, -81.3803600 |
| Altitude | 0 |
| 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: Cape Coral (-81.94953, 26.56285)
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 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 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 | $10.12 | $20.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.32 | $11.41 | $22.83 |
| Premium | $4.66 | $12.31 | $24.62 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $15.64 | $31.27 |
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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