How far is Punta Gorda, FL from Rotonda West, FL?
The driving distance from Punta Gorda, FL to Rotonda West, FL is about 24.4 miles (39.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.4 miles (24.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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A city in Sarasota County, Florida.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Punta Gorda and Rotonda West.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Punta Gorda and Rotonda West.
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Start on the route
10 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Carmalita Street
54 m · 5 sec · Carmalita Street
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Turn right onto Taylor Road
718 ft · 22 sec · Taylor Road
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Turn right onto Tamiami Trail
8.4 mi · 15 min · Tamiami Trail
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Turn left onto El Jobean Road
11.2 mi · 16 min · El Jobean Road
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Turn left onto Sunnybrook Boulevard
1.2 mi · 3 min · Sunnybrook Boulevard
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Continue on Rotonda Boulevard North
716 ft · 26 sec · Rotonda Boulevard North
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Turn right onto Rotonda Circle
2.9 mi · 7 min · Rotonda Circle
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Turn left onto Golfview Road
1248 ft · 57 sec · Golfview Road
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Turn right onto Golfview Terrace
157 m · 25 sec · Golfview Terrace
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Golfview Place
44 m · 6 sec · Golfview Place
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Golfview Place
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Punta Gorda and Rotonda West.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
El Jobean Road
Turn left onto El Jobean Road
11.2 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Punta Gorda and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rotonda West.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Punta Gorda to Rotonda West?
The road trip is about 24.4 miles (39.3 km) and usually takes 00h 43m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
North Port is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.2 miles from Punta Gorda and 12.2 miles from Rotonda West.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.4 miles (24.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.57 one way or $7.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Punta Gorda and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Rotonda West.
Stop Ideas Near North Port
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Punta Gorda and Rotonda West. Straight-line distance: 15.41 mi (24.8 km).
#1 Punta Gorda
City in Charlotte County, Florida, United States
| Population | 20,698 |
| Coordinates | 26.9297800, -82.0453700 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rotonda West
Census designated place
| Population | 3,435 |
| Coordinates | 26.8836800, -82.2900900 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rotonda West (-82.29009, 26.88368)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 39 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
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 | $3.57 | $7.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $3.95 | $7.91 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $4.21 | $8.42 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $3.74 | $7.48 |
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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