Drive Time
6h 33m
Distance
322 mi
518 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
The drive from Cape Coral, FL to Perry, FL covers 322 miles and takes about 6h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Young Boulevard, Suncoast Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 115.6 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $53.79 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
161 miles from Cape Coral, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 13m into the drive .
The drive from Cape Coral, FL to Perry, FL covers 322 miles and takes about 6h 33m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Vincennes Boulevard.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 322 miles you will encounter 18 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 (Vincennes Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (Vincennes Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.6 miles (Coronado Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Vincennes Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto Vincennes Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right onto Coronado Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward FL 56: Land O Lakes, Tarpon Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward FL 56 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Between Cape Coral, FL and Perry, FL, road signs point toward Tarpon Springs and Brooksville.
Tarpon Springs
Brooksville
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 115.6 mi | 2h 4m |
| Young Boulevard | 65.5 mi | 1h 23m |
| Suncoast Parkway | 48.5 mi | 52m |
| Suncoast Boulevard | 47 mi | 59m |
| North Tamiami Trail | 10.4 mi | 12m |
| State Road 54 | 9.4 mi | 13m |
| Del Prado Boulevard North | 6.5 mi | 10m |
| Del Prado Boulevard South | 5.2 mi | 10m |
Step-by-step road directions between Cape Coral, FL and Perry, FL.
Start on this road
Turn right onto Cape Coral Parkway East
Turn right onto Vincennes Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto Vincennes Boulevard
Continue on Vincennes Boulevard
Turn right onto Coronado Parkway
Turn left onto CR 867A
Continue on CR 867A
Turn left onto US 41
Turn right onto CR 762
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 75
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto FL 56
Continue on FL 54
Take the ramp
Merge onto FL 589 Toll
Take the exit
Turn left onto FL 44
Continue on FL 44
Turn right onto US 19; US 98
Continue on US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
Turn right onto US 221
Turn left onto West Green Street
Turn right onto South Quincy Street
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 80 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 161 miles or 3h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Perry, FL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Cape Coral, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Cape Coral, FL
This is one driving day of about 322 miles and 6h 33m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 161 mi from Cape Coral, FL · 3h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
161 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 161 miles from Cape Coral, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 115.6 miles.
The final approach into Perry, 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 Perry, FL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$53.79 one way
$107.58 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $58.26 | $116.53 |
| premium | $4.90 | $62.07 | $124.13 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $71.54 | $143.07 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.91
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$54
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 96.6 | 1 | $33.81 | $15.46 |
| Efficient EV | 80.5 | 0 | $28.17 | $12.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 128.8 | 1 | $45.08 | $20.61 |
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Cape Coral on Saturday
Local time
6:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Perry on Saturday
Local time
6:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
69°F
Clearwater, FL
161 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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