Origin
Cooper City, FL
Afternoon in Cooper City on Sunday
Local time
4:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cooper City, FL to Cape Coral, FL
Drive Time
2h 35m
Distance
132.4 mi
213 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 25m
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6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 56m
10 AM
2h 43m
12 PM
2h 41m
3 PM
2h 44m
5 PM
2h 55m
8 PM
2h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cooper City, FL
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Cape Coral, FL
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Cooper City to Cape Coral covers 132.4 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 35 minutes. This highway-focused trip is straightforward enough to be completed in a single day, making it an efficient choice for those looking to cross the state quickly. You can expect to spend approximately $22 on fuel for the journey. Since the route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, it is a practical option for travelers prioritizing speed over sightseeing. Whether you are heading to the coast for a weekend getaway or a quick business trip, the direct nature of this drive keeps your travel time predictable.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
66.2 miles from Cooper City, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a consistent interstate experience, as 95% of this journey is spent on high-speed highways. Your route primarily utilizes I-75, the Port Everglades Expressway, and Daniels Parkway to navigate toward the Gulf Coast. You will spend the bulk of your time on a single 112.3-mile stretch along I-75, which defines the character of this drive as a steady, highway-heavy cruise. The road transitions from the dense infrastructure near Cooper City to the more open stretches leading into the Cape Coral area. It is a functional, efficient drive that requires focused highway driving rather than navigating winding local backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 112.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Daniels Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near SR 818 / Griffin Road.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 132.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (SR 818 / Griffin Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (Southwest 100th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (SR 84): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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SR 818 / Griffin Road
At end of road, turn left onto SR 818 / Griffin Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
1.1 mi into trip
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~3m in
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Southwest 100th Avenue
Turn right onto Southwest 100th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
4.2 mi into trip
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~8m in
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SR 84
Turn left onto SR 84
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
121.5 mi into trip
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~2h 15m in
Take the exit toward CR 876: Cape Coral
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 131
Toward CR 876: Cape Coral
8
121.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CR 876 West: Lee County Sports Complex, Florida SouthWestern State College, Cape Coral
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward CR 876 West: Lee County Sports Complex,...
Towns Along This Route
Between Cooper City, FL and Cape Coral, FL, road signs point toward Cr 876: Cape Coral, Cr 876 West: Lee County Sports Complex, Florida Southwestern State College and Cr 876 West.
Cr 876: Cape Coral
121.5 mi in
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~2h 15m
Cr 876 West: Lee County Sports Complex
121.8 mi in
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~2h 16m
Florida Southwestern State College
121.8 mi in
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~2h 16m
Cr 876 West
121.9 mi in
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~2h 16m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 112.3 mi | 2h |
| Daniels Parkway | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| Port Everglades Expressway | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| College Parkway | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Nob Hill Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| SR 84 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| South Nob Hill Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Cape Coral Parkway East | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 112.3 mi, about 2h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cooper City, FL and Cape Coral, FL.
1
Start on this road
103 ft
·
9 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto Southwest 51st Street
474 ft
·
28 sec
·
Southwest 51st Street
3
Turn left onto Southwest 90th Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Southwest 90th Avenue
4
At end of road, turn left onto SR 818
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Griffin Road
Use the none lane.
5
Turn right onto Southwest 100th Avenue
210 ft
·
6 sec
·
Southwest 100th Avenue
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on Nob Hill Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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Nob Hill Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on South Nob Hill Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Nob Hill Road
Use the none lane.
8
Turn left onto SR 84
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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SR 84
Use the left lane.
9
Turn slight left onto SR 84
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 84
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 595 West
Use the left lane.
11
Merge onto I 595
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Port Everglades Expressway
Use the none lane.
12
Merge onto I 75
112 mi
·
2 hr
·
I 75
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 131
Toward CR 876: Cape Coral
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
524 ft
·
16 sec
Toward CR 876 West: Lee County Sports Complex, Florida SouthWestern State College, Cape Coral
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left
116 ft
·
5 sec
Toward CR 876 West
16
Turn left onto CR 876
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Daniels Parkway
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto US 41
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Cleveland Avenue
18
Turn left onto College Parkway
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
College Parkway
Use the none lane.
19
Continue on Cape Coral Bridge Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Cape Coral Bridge Road
20
Continue on Cape Coral Parkway East
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Cape Coral Parkway East
Use the none lane.
21
Turn right
200 ft
·
14 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short drive of under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Planning for just one stop is usually sufficient to break up the 132.4-mile trip comfortably. Keep in mind that since the vast majority of the route is on I-75, traffic conditions on that specific interstate will be the biggest factor in your total travel time. Try to avoid peak commuting hours if you prefer a smoother, less congested experience on the highway. Filling up your tank before you leave or budgeting for the $22 fuel cost ensures you won't have to worry about stops until you reach your destination.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 66.2 miles from Cooper City, FL, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 112.3 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.2 miles or 1h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 1m
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 Cooper City, 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 Cooper City, FL
This is one driving day of about 132.4 miles and 2h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cooper City, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 112.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.2 mi from Cooper City, FL · 1h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66.2 miles from Cooper City, 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 112.3 miles.
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.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.12 one way
$44.23 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $23.96 | $47.91 |
| premium | $4.90 | $25.52 | $51.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.41 | $58.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.90 | $6.36 |
| Efficient EV | 33.1 | 0 | $11.58 | $5.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53 | 0 | $18.54 | $8.47 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% 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
Afternoon in Cape Coral on Sunday
Local time
4:38 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
2 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
2h 35m 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 Cooper City, FL to Cape Coral, FL covers 132.4 miles and takes about 2h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Daniels Parkway, Port Everglades Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.2 miles from Cooper City, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.12 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 132.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (SR 818 / Griffin Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (Southwest 100th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (SR 84): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Cooper City, FL and Cape Coral, FL, road signs point toward Cr 876: Cape Coral, Cr 876 West: Lee County Sports Complex, Florida Southwestern State College and Cr 876 West.
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