How far is Tampa, FL from Suncoast Estates, FL?
The driving distance from Tampa, FL to Suncoast Estates, FL is about 122.7 miles (197.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 92.7 miles (149.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 42m 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 21m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tampa and Suncoast Estates.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tampa and Suncoast Estates.
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Start on East Kennedy Boulevard
36 m · 11 sec · East Kennedy Boulevard
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Turn left onto North Tampa Street
90 m · 13 sec · North Tampa Street
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Turn left onto East Jackson Street
2823 ft · 2 min · East Jackson Street
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Keep slight left to continue on East Jackson Street
21 m · 4 sec · East Jackson Street
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Turn left onto North Nebraska Avenue
123 m · 10 sec · North Nebraska Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward FL 618 Toll East: Brandon
853 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
7.8 mi · 9 min · Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 75 South: Naples
2585 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
55.8 mi · 1 hr
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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
11.4 mi · 14 min · Tamiami Trail
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Continue on North Tamiami Trail
1.2 km · 1 min · North Tamiami Trail
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Turn left onto Laurel Drive
1.1 mi · 3 min · Laurel Drive
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Continue on Gage Way
127 m · 13 sec · Gage Way
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Turn right onto Laurel Lane
2585 ft · 1 min · Laurel Lane
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Turn left onto McDaniel Drive
2185 ft · 2 min · McDaniel Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · McDaniel Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tampa and Suncoast Estates.
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
Merge slight left
55.8 mi · 01h 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 Tampa and Partly Sunny near Suncoast Estates.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tampa to Suncoast Estates?
The road trip is about 122.7 miles (197.4 km) and usually takes 02h 21m 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?
Bee Ridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.4 miles from Tampa and 61.2 miles from Suncoast Estates.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 92.7 miles (149.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 30 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 1:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.96 one way or $35.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Tampa and Partly Sunny near Suncoast Estates.
Stop Ideas Near Bee Ridge
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tampa and Suncoast Estates. Straight-line distance: 92.73 mi (149.24 km).
#1 Tampa
The third most populous city in Florida and the center of the Tampa metropolitan area.
| Population | 407,599 |
| Coordinates | 27.9475200, -82.4584300 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Suncoast Estates
Census-designated place in Lee County, Florida
| Population | 4,384 |
| Coordinates | 26.7117400, -81.8689700 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
End: Suncoast Estates (-81.86897, 26.71174)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 197 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 31m |
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 | $17.96 | $35.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $19.90 | $39.80 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $21.20 | $42.40 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $18.84 | $37.67 |
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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