How far is Lauderdale Lakes, FL from Cape Coral, FL?
The driving distance from Lauderdale Lakes, FL to Cape Coral, FL is about 135.3 miles (217.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111.2 miles (179 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 29m 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 14m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Collier County, Florida, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lauderdale Lakes and Cape Coral.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lauderdale Lakes and Cape Coral.
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Start on Northwest 44th Terrace
11 m · 4 sec · Northwest 44th Terrace
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Turn right onto Northwest 32nd Court
708 ft · 33 sec · Northwest 32nd Court
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Turn right onto Northwest 32nd Street
78 m · 17 sec · Northwest 32nd Street
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Turn left onto Northwest 46th Avenue
89 m · 17 sec · Northwest 46th Avenue
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Turn right onto West Oakland Park Boulevard
6.4 mi · 12 min · West Oakland Park Boulevard
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Continue on West Oakland Park Boulevard
1.2 km · 2 min · West Oakland Park Boulevard
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Merge slight left onto Sawgrass Expressway
3.3 mi · 4 min · Sawgrass Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 North: Alligator Alley, Naples
1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left
596 ft · 8 sec
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Merge slight left
112.3 mi · 2 hr
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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 Lauderdale Lakes and Cape Coral.
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 North
Merge slight left
112 mi · 02h 00m
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 Lauderdale Lakes and Mostly Sunny near Cape Coral.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lauderdale Lakes to Cape Coral?
The road trip is about 135.3 miles (217.7 km) and usually takes 02h 14m 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?
Immokalee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.5 miles from Lauderdale Lakes and 67.8 miles from Cape Coral.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111.2 miles (179 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.79 one way or $39.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lauderdale Lakes and Mostly Sunny near Cape Coral.
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 Lauderdale Lakes and Cape Coral. Straight-line distance: 111.21 mi (178.98 km).
#1 Lauderdale Lakes
City in Broward County, Florida, United States
| Population | 36,769 |
| Coordinates | 26.1664700, -80.2083800 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| 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: 218 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 41m |
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 | $19.79 | $39.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $21.92 | $43.85 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $23.35 | $46.71 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $20.75 | $41.50 |
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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