How far is Fort Lauderdale, FL from Punta Gorda Isles, FL?
The driving distance from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Punta Gorda Isles, FL is about 164.8 miles (265.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 131.7 miles (211.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 16m 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 08m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Collier County, Florida
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Lauderdale and Punta Gorda Isles.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Lauderdale and Punta Gorda Isles.
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Start on East Broward Boulevard
1.6 mi · 3 min · East Broward Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 95 South: Miami
885 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 595: Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood International Airport
2.2 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 595 West
1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Port Everglades Expressway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Port Everglades Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on Port Everglades Expressway
10.1 mi · 12 min · Port Everglades Expressway
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Merge slight left
141.9 mi · 2 hr 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 768: Punta Gorda, Punta Gorda Airport
1493 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight right onto Jones Loop Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Jones Loop Road
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Turn right onto Tamiami Trail
2.3 mi · 4 min · Tamiami Trail
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Turn left onto Pompano Terrace
97 m · 13 sec · Pompano Terrace
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Turn right onto Shreve Street
1 km · 2 min · Shreve Street
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Turn left onto West Henry Street
3239 ft · 1 min · West Henry Street
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Turn straight onto West Marion Avenue
1.1 mi · 3 min · West Marion Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Marion Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Lauderdale and Punta Gorda Isles.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Port Everglades Expressway
Merge slight left
142 mi · 02h 32m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fort Lauderdale and Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Punta Gorda Isles.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Lauderdale to Punta Gorda Isles?
The road trip is about 164.8 miles (265.3 km) and usually takes 03h 08m 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?
Orangetree is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.4 miles from Fort Lauderdale and 82.4 miles from Punta Gorda Isles.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 131.7 miles (211.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.1 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 10:44 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.14 one way or $48.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Fort Lauderdale and Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Punta Gorda Isles.
Stop Ideas Near Orangetree
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 Orangetree.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Lauderdale and Punta Gorda Isles. Straight-line distance: 131.64 mi (211.86 km).
#1 Fort Lauderdale
The second most populous city in Broward County, Florida.
| Population | 184,245 |
| Coordinates | 26.1223100, -80.1433800 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Punta Gorda Isles
City in Charlotte County, Florida, United States of America
| Population | 18,306 |
| Coordinates | 26.9175600, -82.0784200 |
| Altitude | 0 |
| Country | United States |
End: Punta Gorda Isles (-82.07842, 26.91756)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 265 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 03m |
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 | $24.14 | $48.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $26.75 | $53.50 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $28.49 | $56.99 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $25.32 | $50.63 |
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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