How far is South Bradenton, FL from Cape Coral, FL?
The driving distance from South Bradenton, FL to Cape Coral, FL is about 101.9 miles (164 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.4 miles (118.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 40m 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 01h 50m.
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.
A city in Sarasota County, Florida.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Bradenton and Cape Coral.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Bradenton and Cape Coral.
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Start on the route
41 m · 16 sec
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Turn left onto 20th Street West
44 m · 8 sec · 20th Street West
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Turn left onto Cortez Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Cortez Road
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Turn slight right onto 44th Avenue
2207 ft · 46 sec · 44th Avenue
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Turn slight right onto 301 Boulevard East
1.1 mi · 2 min · 301 Boulevard East
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Continue on 15th Street East
1259 ft · 27 sec · 15th Street East
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Turn left onto 53rd Avenue East
5.1 mi · 9 min · 53rd Avenue East
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 75 South: Naples
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
16.8 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight left
42.2 mi · 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 762: North Fort Myers, Cape Coral
1532 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on CR 762 West, to US 41
859 ft · 21 sec
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Turn straight onto Tuckers Grade
1.4 km · 2 min · Tuckers Grade
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Turn left onto Tamiami Trail
10.4 mi · 13 min · Tamiami Trail
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Turn right onto Del Prado Boulevard North
6.5 mi · 11 min · Del Prado Boulevard North
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Continue on Del Prado Boulevard South
6.2 mi · 13 min · Del Prado Boulevard South
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Turn right onto Cape Coral Parkway East
1669 ft · 41 sec · 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 South Bradenton 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 South
Keep slight left
42.2 mi · 00h 45m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny leaving South Bradenton and Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cape Coral.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Bradenton to Cape Coral?
The road trip is about 101.9 miles (164 km) and usually takes 01h 50m 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?
North Port is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.3 miles from South Bradenton and 55.7 miles from Cape Coral.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.4 miles (118.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.5 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 2:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.93 one way or $29.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny around South Bradenton and Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cape Coral.
Stop Ideas Near North Port
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 North Port.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Bradenton and Cape Coral. Straight-line distance: 73.37 mi (118.08 km).
#1 South Bradenton
Census-designated place in Manatee County, Florida
| Population | 22,178 |
| Coordinates | 27.4631000, -82.5817600 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| 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: 164 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $14.93 | $29.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $16.55 | $33.09 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $17.63 | $35.25 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $15.66 | $31.32 |
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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