How far is Harlem, FL from Gulf Gate Estates, FL?
The driving distance from Harlem, FL to Gulf Gate Estates, FL is about 122.5 miles (197.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.7 miles (165.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 12m 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 36m.
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.
Census-designated place in Lee County, Florida
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Harlem and Gulf Gate Estates.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harlem and Gulf Gate Estates.
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Start on 10th Street
27 m · 5 sec · 10th Street
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Turn right onto Harlem Academy Avenue
2462 ft · 1 min · Harlem Academy Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 13th Street
630 ft · 23 sec · 13th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Lewis Boulevard
1.1 mi · 3 min · Lewis Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight left
779 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight right
4.9 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
2 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 80 West: La Belle, Fort Myers
2281 ft · 51 sec
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Turn left
46.5 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 North: Tampa
2149 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
54.1 mi · 58 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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Continue on North Tamiami Trail
4.4 mi · 7 min · North Tamiami Trail
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Continue on South Tamiami Trail
57 m · 10 sec · South Tamiami Trail
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Tamiami Trail
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Harlem and Gulf Gate Estates.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 75 North
Merge slight left
54.1 mi · 00h 58m
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 then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Harlem and Sunny near Gulf Gate Estates.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Harlem to Gulf Gate Estates?
The road trip is about 122.5 miles (197.2 km) and usually takes 02h 36m 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?
Suncoast Estates is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.3 miles from Harlem and 61.3 miles from Gulf Gate Estates.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.7 miles (165.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.8 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.92 one way or $35.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Harlem and Sunny near Gulf Gate Estates.
Stop Ideas Near Suncoast Estates
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 Suncoast Estates.
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Sebring
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Harlem and Gulf Gate Estates. Straight-line distance: 102.62 mi (165.15 km).
#1 Harlem
A census-designated place in Palm Beach County, Florida.
| Population | 2,705 |
| Coordinates | 26.7375700, -80.9509000 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gulf Gate Estates
Census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida
| Population | 10,911 |
| Coordinates | 27.2517300, -82.5147100 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gulf Gate Estates (-82.51471, 27.25173)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 197 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 31m |
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 | $17.92 | $35.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $19.85 | $39.71 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $21.15 | $42.30 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $18.79 | $37.58 |
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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