How far is Ochopee, FL from Cape Coral, FL?

The driving distance from Ochopee, FL to Cape Coral, FL is about 74.9 miles (120.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 38m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 60.8 miles (97.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
74.91 mi
01h 38m
Flight
60.76 mi
97.78 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Ochopee.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
60.76 mi
Kilometers
97.78 km
Flight Time
00h 07m

Driving Distance

Road route
74.91 mi
Kilometers
120.55 km
Drive Time
01h 38m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 38m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Cape Coral
Fri, Nov 6, 4:37 PM EST
Return by in Ochopee
Fri, Nov 6, 6:16 PM EST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Ochopee
2026-11-06T14:59
Arrive Cape Coral
Fri, Nov 6, 4:37 PM EST
Route Timing
01h 38m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:38 AM to 11:38 AM EST

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:14 PM EST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Ochopee
9:30 PM EST
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Golden Gate
FL

Census designated place

From Ochopee
37.5 mi
00h 49m
To Cape Coral
37.4 mi
00h 49m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
70°F
Overnight

Mostly Clear

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 3:00 AM EST
Wind
2 mph N
Destination
72°F
Overnight

Mostly Clear

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 1:00 AM EST
Wind
2 mph E

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Ochopee and Cape Coral.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ochopee and Cape Coral.

  1. 1

    Start on Tamiami Trail

    27.8 mi · 35 min · Tamiami Trail

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Collier Boulevard

    7 mi · 11 min · Collier Boulevard

  3. 3

    Take the ramp slight left toward I 75 North: Tampa

    2572 ft · 1 min

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    28.7 mi · 31 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward CR 876: Cape Coral

    1765 ft · 43 sec

  6. 6

    Keep slight left to continue on CR 876 West: Lee County Sports Complex, Florida SouthWestern State College, Cape Coral

    160 m · 17 sec

  7. 7

    Turn left onto CR 876 West

    35 m · 5 sec

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Daniels Parkway

    4.8 mi · 8 min · Daniels Parkway

  9. 9

    Turn right onto South Cleveland Avenue

    1.1 km · 1 min · South Cleveland Avenue

  10. 10

    Turn left onto College Parkway

    3.2 mi · 6 min · College Parkway

  11. 11

    Continue on Cape Coral Bridge Road

    1.1 km · 1 min · Cape Coral Bridge Road

  12. 12

    Continue on Cape Coral Parkway East

    1 mi · 2 min · Cape Coral Parkway East

  13. 13

    Turn right

    61 m · 15 sec

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Ochopee and Cape Coral.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
14 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
18.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 75 North
29.2 mi · 39%
Tamiami Trail
27.8 mi · 37%
Collier Boulevard
6.98 mi · 9%
Daniels Parkway
4.82 mi · 6%
College Parkway
3.21 mi · 4%
Cape Coral Parkway East
1.01 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 38m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14.1 mi
60.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Golden Gate
00h 49m from Ochopee
Leave By
3:14 PM EST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Clear leaving Ochopee and Mostly Clear near Cape Coral.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Ochopee to Cape Coral?

The road trip is about 74.9 miles (120.6 km) and usually takes 01h 38m 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 37.5 miles from Ochopee and 37.4 miles from Cape Coral.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 60.8 miles (97.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:14 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 $20.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Ochopee and Mostly Clear near Cape Coral.

Stop Ideas Near Golden Gate

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Golden Gate, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Golden Gate.

BUS

Fort Myers, Florida

58 mi away
6050 Plaza Drive
BUS

Port Charlotte, Florida

98 mi away
909 King Highway

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Ochopee and Cape Coral. Straight-line distance: 60.76 mi (97.78 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Ochopee

Ochopee is a place in Florida, United States.

Population0
Coordinates25.9014900, -81.3034100
Altitude1
CountryUnited States
Cape Coral

#2 Cape Coral

The second most populous city in Lee County, Florida.

Population200,972
Coordinates26.5628500, -81.9495300
Altitude1
CountryUnited States
Start: Ochopee (-81.30341, 25.90149)
End: Cape Coral (-81.94953, 26.56285)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 121 km by road

SpeedTime
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 56m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.64 gal
10.01 L · about $10.12
Round trip
$20.24
5.28 gal · 20.02 L
Estimated CO2
23.5 kg one way
Round trip: 46.9 kg / 103 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.83 $10.12 $20.24
Mid-grade $4.32 $11.40 $22.81
Premium $4.66 $12.31 $24.62
Diesel $5.94 $15.68 $31.37

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Florida · Nov 06, 2026

There is no time difference between Ochopee and Cape Coral. The current time is 14:59:39.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.