Origin
Cape Coral, FL
Night in Cape Coral on Thursday
Local time
10:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cape Coral, FL to Southgate, FL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 43m
Distance
79 mi
127 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 36m
★
6 AM
1h 43m
8 AM
1h 59m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 47m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cape Coral, FL
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Southgate, FL
Arian Fernandez
Trip Overview
This 79-mile drive from Cape Coral to Southgate, Florida, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 43 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion, so you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. The route primarily uses I-75, North Tamiami Trail, and Del Prado Boulevard North, with a significant portion on the highway. Budget around $13 for fuel, making it an economical choice for a short hop within Florida. This journey offers a practical way to get from one point to another without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.5 miles from Cape Coral, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 79 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience on this route, with 63% of the drive taking place on expressways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 49.1 miles on I-75, offering a consistent pace. While I-75 provides efficiency, you'll also navigate portions of North Tamiami Trail and Del Prado Boulevard North, which will offer a change of scenery and potentially more local traffic. This mix means you'll experience both open highway cruising and more typical road travel as you progress toward your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 49.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and North Tamiami Trail. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Cape Coral Parkway East.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 79 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (Cape Coral Parkway East): Navigation decision point; near the start (Vincennes Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (Vincennes Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Cape Coral Parkway East
Turn right onto Cape Coral Parkway East
Navigation decision point
7
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Vincennes Boulevard
Turn right onto Vincennes Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Vincennes Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto Vincennes Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
12.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
US 41 / North Tamiami Trail
Turn left onto US 41 / North Tamiami Trail
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
74 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward FL 758: Sarasota
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 207
Toward FL 758: Sarasota
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 49.1 mi | 52m |
| North Tamiami Trail | 10.4 mi | 12m |
| Del Prado Boulevard North | 6.5 mi | 10m |
| Del Prado Boulevard South | 5.2 mi | 10m |
| Bee Ridge Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Tuckers Grade | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Webber Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Beneva Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 49.1 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cape Coral, FL and Southgate, FL.
1
Start on this road
95 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Cape Coral Parkway East
125 ft
·
7 sec
·
Cape Coral Parkway East
3
Turn right onto Vincennes Boulevard
357 ft
·
13 sec
·
Vincennes Boulevard
Use the right lane.
4
Enter roundabout onto Vincennes Boulevard
61 ft
·
2 sec
·
Vincennes Boulevard
5
Continue on Vincennes Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Vincennes Boulevard
6
Turn right onto Coronado Parkway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Coronado Parkway
7
Turn left onto CR 867A
5.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Del Prado Boulevard South
8
Continue on CR 867A
6.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Del Prado Boulevard North
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto US 41
10 mi
·
12 min
·
North Tamiami Trail
Use the right lane.
10
Turn right onto CR 762
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Tuckers Grade
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 75 North: Tampa
12
Merge onto I 75
49 mi
·
52 min
·
I 75
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 207
Toward FL 758: Sarasota
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
15
Turn left onto FL 758
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Bee Ridge Road
16
Turn right onto CR 773
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Beneva Road
17
Turn left onto Webber Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Webber Street
18
Arrive at destination
Webber Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just over an hour and a half, you have the flexibility to leave Cape Coral at your convenience. There are no designated stops in the data, so you can decide on any breaks as needed. With a fuel cost estimated at $13, it's a budget-friendly trip. Keep an eye on traffic, especially as you approach Southgate. A good tip for this route is to be aware of the transition points from I-75 to the local roads, as these can sometimes involve more complex interchanges.
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 39.5 miles from Cape Coral, FL, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.1 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 17 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.5 miles or 56m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Southgate, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Cape Coral, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cape Coral, FL
This is one driving day of about 79 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Cape Coral, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 49.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.5 mi from Cape Coral, FL · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.5 miles from Cape Coral, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Southgate, FL
The final approach into Southgate, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.57 one way
$25.15 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $13.68 | $27.36 |
| premium | $4.72 | $14.69 | $29.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.44 | $34.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.30 | $3.79 |
| Efficient EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.91 | $3.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.06 | $5.06 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Southgate, FL
Night in Southgate on Thursday
Local time
10:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 43m 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 Cape Coral, FL to Southgate, FL covers 79 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, North Tamiami Trail, Del Prado Boulevard North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.5 miles from Cape Coral, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.57 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 79 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (Cape Coral Parkway East): Navigation decision point; near the start (Vincennes Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (Vincennes Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Cape Coral, FL to Southgate, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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