How far is Sunshine Ranches, FL from Cape Coral, FL?
The driving distance from Sunshine Ranches, FL to Cape Coral, FL is about 130.9 miles (210.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 106.6 miles (171.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 11m 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 05m.
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.
City in Collier County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sunshine Ranches and Cape Coral.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sunshine Ranches and Cape Coral.
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Start on Southwest 136th Avenue
666 ft · 35 sec · Southwest 136th Avenue
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Turn right onto Stirling Road
1 mi · 3 min · Stirling Road
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Turn right onto Southwest 148th Avenue
1.3 mi · 3 min · Southwest 148th Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Griffin Road
693 ft · 21 sec · Griffin Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 75 North: Naples
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
2.9 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Alligator Alley, Naples
114 mi · 2 hr 2 min
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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 Sunshine Ranches and Cape Coral.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Alligator Alley
Keep slight left to continue on Alligator Alley, Naples
114 mi · 02h 02m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Sunshine Ranches 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 Sunshine Ranches to Cape Coral?
The road trip is about 130.9 miles (210.6 km) and usually takes 02h 05m 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 65.5 miles from Sunshine Ranches and 65.4 miles from Cape Coral.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 106.6 miles (171.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.3 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 2:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.16 one way or $38.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Sunshine Ranches 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 Sunshine Ranches and Cape Coral. Straight-line distance: 106.54 mi (171.46 km).
#1 Sunshine Ranches
Census-designated place in Broward County, Florida
| Population | 1,884 |
| Coordinates | 26.0459200, -80.3289400 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| 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: 211 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
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 | $19.16 | $38.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $21.23 | $42.47 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $22.62 | $45.24 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $20.10 | $40.19 |
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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