Origin
Arcadia, FL
Evening in Arcadia on Sunday
Local time
6:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arcadia, FL to Cape Coral, FL
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
54.4 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
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6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arcadia, FL
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Cape Coral, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Arcadia to Cape Coral, you are looking at a 54.4-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes to complete. This trip is perfectly suited as a quick day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You can expect to spend approximately $9 on fuel for the entire run. The route transitions from the inland landscape of Arcadia down toward the coastal environment of Cape Coral. Since the drive is short, you have plenty of flexibility to head out whenever it fits your schedule best. It is a straightforward connection that keeps you moving through Florida without the need for extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
27.2 miles from Arcadia, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will spend only about 11% of the trip on highways, meaning the majority of your time is spent navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is a 22.8-mile stretch on South Brevard Avenue. As you progress, you will shift from those local roads onto the Tamiami Trail before finishing your approach into Cape Coral via Del Prado Boulevard North. Because the route relies heavily on local streets, you should be prepared for frequent turns and a more hands-on driving feel compared to a standard freeway commute.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Brevard Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 22.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 23.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.4 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 23.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
23.4 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Turn left toward I 75 South: Naples
Navigation decision point
Toward I 75 South: Naples
6
29.6 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward CR 762: North Fort Myers, Cape Coral
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 158
Toward CR 762: North Fort Myers, Cape Coral
7
29.9 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CR 762 West, to US 41
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CR 762 West, to US 41
5
31 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
US 41 / Tamiami Trail
Turn left onto US 41 / Tamiami Trail
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
41.4 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
CR 867A / Del Prado Boulevard North
Turn right onto CR 867A / Del Prado Boulevard North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Arcadia, FL and Cape Coral, FL, road signs point toward Cr 762: North Fort Myers, Cr 762 West and To Us 41.
Cr 762: North Fort Myers
29.6 mi in
|
~40m
Cr 762 West
29.9 mi in
|
~41m
To Us 41
29.9 mi in
|
~41m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Brevard Avenue | 22.8 mi | 31m |
| Tamiami Trail | 10.4 mi | 12m |
| Del Prado Boulevard North | 6.5 mi | 10m |
| Del Prado Boulevard South | 6.2 mi | 12m |
| I 75 | 5.8 mi | 6m |
| Tuckers Grade | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| DeSoto Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Cape Coral Parkway East | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Brevard Avenue
— 22.8 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arcadia, FL and Cape Coral, FL.
1
Start on FL 70
463 ft
·
20 sec
·
East Hickory Street
2
Turn left onto US 17
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
DeSoto Avenue
3
Continue on US 17
23 mi
·
31 min
·
South Brevard Avenue
Use the none / right lanes.
4
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 75 South: Naples
5
Merge onto I 75
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
I 75
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 158
Toward CR 762: North Fort Myers, Cape Coral
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward CR 762 West, to US 41
8
Turn straight onto CR 762
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Tuckers Grade
9
Turn left onto US 41
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Tamiami Trail
Use the none lane.
10
Turn right onto CR 867A
6.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Del Prado Boulevard North
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on CR 867A
6.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Del Prado Boulevard South
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right onto Cape Coral Parkway East
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Cape Coral Parkway East
Use the right lane.
13
Turn right
200 ft
·
14 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of being able to depart at your leisure without worrying about long-haul fatigue. While there are no designated stops programmed into this 1 hour and 20-minute drive, keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route requires your full attention behind the wheel. Given the $9 fuel estimate, it is wise to ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Arcadia, as you will be navigating local roads for most of the 54.4 miles. Pay close attention to your navigation when transitioning between South Brevard Avenue and the Tamiami Trail to ensure you stay on the most efficient path. Because the drive is brief, use the extra time at your destination to enjoy the coastal atmosphere of Cape Coral.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 27.2 miles from Arcadia, FL, or about 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 54.4 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.2 miles or 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cape Coral, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Arcadia, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Arcadia, FL
This is one driving day of about 54.4 miles and 1h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Arcadia, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on South Brevard Avenue for about 22.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.2 mi from Arcadia, FL · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 54.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.2 miles from Arcadia, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cape Coral, FL
The final approach into Cape Coral, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Cape Coral, FL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.09 one way
$18.17 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $9.84 | $19.69 |
| premium | $4.90 | $10.49 | $20.97 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.09 | $24.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.76 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.62 | $3.48 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Cape Coral, FL
Evening in Cape Coral on Sunday
Local time
6:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 20m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Arcadia, FL to Cape Coral, FL covers 54.4 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Brevard Avenue, Tamiami Trail, Del Prado Boulevard North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.2 miles from Arcadia, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.09 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.4 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 23.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Arcadia, FL and Cape Coral, FL, road signs point toward Cr 762: North Fort Myers, Cr 762 West and To Us 41.
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