Origin
DeFuniak Springs, FL
Morning in DeFuniak Springs on Monday
Local time
10:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from DeFuniak Springs, FL to Cape Coral, FL
Drive Time
7h 56m
Distance
523.8 mi
843 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$88
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 48m
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6 AM
7h 56m
8 AM
8h 14m
10 AM
8h 3m
12 PM
8h 1m
3 PM
8h 4m
5 PM
8h 13m
8 PM
7h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from DeFuniak Springs, FL to Cape Coral, FL covers 523.8 miles and takes about 7h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 90 East, Highway 331 South, I 10 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is long-distance drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $87.50 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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
261.9 miles from DeFuniak Springs, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 58m into the drive .
Drive Character
At 523.8 miles and 7h 56m of driving, this is a route where fuel stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single turn. The main roads are Highway 90 East and Highway 331 South.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 90 East is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
At 7h 56m, this is a long-haul route where pacing matters more than any single turn. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 56m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from DeFuniak Springs, FL to Cape Coral, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 90 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 331 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I-75 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 75 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CR 762 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 41 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Tuckers Grade | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Highway 90 East
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between DeFuniak Springs, FL and Cape Coral, FL.
1
Start on South 9th Street
125 ft
·
13 sec
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South 9th Street
2
Turn left onto US Highway 90 East
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
US Highway 90 East
3
Turn left onto US Highway 331 South
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US Highway 331 South
4
Take the ramp left toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
I 10 East: Tallahassee
5
Merge slight left
211 mi
·
3 hr 46 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I-75 South: Tampa
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
I-75 South: Tampa
7
Merge slight left
161 mi
·
2 hr 52 min
8
Keep slight left to continue on South I 75: Naples
74 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
South I 75: Naples
9
Keep slight left
42 mi
·
45 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward CR 762: North Fort Myers, Cape Coral
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
CR 762: North Fort Myers, Cape Coral
11
Keep slight right to continue on CR 762 West, to US 41
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
CR 762 West, to US 41
12
Turn straight onto Tuckers Grade
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Tuckers Grade
13
Turn left onto Tamiami Trail
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Tamiami Trail
14
Turn right onto Del Prado Boulevard North
6.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Del Prado Boulevard North
15
Continue on Del Prado Boulevard South
6.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Del Prado Boulevard South
16
Turn right onto Cape Coral Parkway East
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Cape Coral Parkway East
17
Turn right
200 ft
·
15 sec
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 261.9 miles from DeFuniak Springs, FL, or about 3h 58m into the drive.
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 115 miles or 1h 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 261.9 miles or 3h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 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 DeFuniak Springs, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from DeFuniak Springs, FL
This is one driving day of about 523.8 miles and 7h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 115 miles from DeFuniak Springs, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 261.9 mi from DeFuniak Springs, FL · 3h 58m into the drive
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
173 mi into the route
Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch
This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.
Second major stop
Meal stop
346 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 115 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 261.9 miles from DeFuniak Springs, 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
$87.50 one way
$175.00 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
183 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $94.78 | $189.56 |
| premium | $4.90 | $100.97 | $201.93 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $116.37 | $232.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$88
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$113–$138
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 183.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $55 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 157.1 | 1 | $55.00 | $25.14 |
| Efficient EV | 131 | 1 | $45.83 | $20.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 209.5 | 2 | $73.33 | $33.52 |
Gas CO2
183 kg
EV CO2
61 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Cape Coral, FL
Morning in Cape Coral on Monday
Local time
11:53 AM
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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
18 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
7h 56m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from DeFuniak Springs, FL to Cape Coral, FL covers 523.8 miles and takes about 7h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 90 East, Highway 331 South, I 10 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 261.9 miles from DeFuniak Springs, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $87.50 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 56m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from DeFuniak Springs, FL to Cape Coral, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from DeFuniak Springs, FL to Cape Coral, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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