Origin
Mangonia Park, FL
Night in Mangonia Park on Friday
Local time
11:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mangonia Park, FL to Cape Coral, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 16m
Distance
138.6 mi
223 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 5m
★
6 AM
3h 16m
8 AM
3h 40m
10 AM
3h 25m
12 PM
3h 22m
3 PM
3h 26m
5 PM
3h 39m
8 PM
3h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mangonia Park, FL
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Cape Coral, FL
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Trip Overview
This 138.6-mile drive from Mangonia Park, FL to Cape Coral, FL will take you approximately 3 hours and 16 minutes to complete. It's a straightforward trip that works well as a single-day adventure, with an estimated fuel cost of $22. You'll primarily be navigating via FL 80, Southern Boulevard, and Main Street, making it a mostly direct journey across Florida. The route offers a mixed driving experience, so plan for a comfortable, manageable trip without the need for an overnight stop. This drive is entirely within Florida, connecting two points within the state.
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
69.3 miles from Mangonia Park, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 16m. Total distance: 138.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, with about 60% of it on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 69.5 miles along FL 80, offering a good period of consistent travel. As you move between main roads like FL 80, Southern Boulevard, and Main Street, the character of the drive will shift from more open highway to potentially more local road conditions. This blend means you'll experience both faster travel segments and areas requiring more attention to local traffic. It's a drive that keeps you engaged without being overly demanding.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 40 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
FL 80 is the longest continuous segment at about 69.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 28 significant decision points across 138.6 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 4.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 28 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
4.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 71
Toward Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard
7
4.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard
8
10.8 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward US 98, FL 80: Southern Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 97
Toward US 98, FL 80: Southern Boulevard
8
126.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 55m in
Take the exit toward FL 884: Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 136
Toward FL 884: Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres
8
126.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 55m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 884: Colonial Blvd
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward SR 884: Colonial Blvd
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Mangonia Park, FL and Cape Coral, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Florida's Turnpike, Florida's Turnpike South, Fort Myers and Lehigh Acres.
Florida's Turnpike Toll
8 mi in
|
~13m
Florida's Turnpike
8.1 mi in
|
~13m
Florida's Turnpike South
8.2 mi in
|
~14m
Fort Myers
74.8 mi in
|
~1h 45m
|
via FL 80
Lehigh Acres
126.7 mi in
|
~2h 55m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| FL 80 | 69.5 mi | 1h 34m |
| Southern Boulevard | 31.8 mi | 41m |
| Main Street | 5.2 mi | 9m |
| I 75 | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| Colonial Boulevard | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| College Parkway | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Okeechobee Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 2.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
FL 80
— 69.5 mi, about 1h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mangonia Park, FL and Cape Coral, FL.
1
Start on 54th Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
54th Street
2
Turn right onto North Australian Avenue
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
North Australian Avenue
3
Turn right onto CR 702
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
45th Street
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
1 min
5
Merge onto I 95
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 95
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 71
Toward Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
197 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard
Use the right lane.
8
Turn straight onto Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard
9
Turn slight right
302 ft
·
13 sec
10
Turn slight right onto FL 704
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Okeechobee Boulevard
Use the right lane.
11
Take the ramp
356 ft
·
8 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on this road
139 ft
·
3 sec
·
this road
Toward Florida's Turnpike
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on this road
363 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
Toward Florida's Turnpike
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike South
Use the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 97
Toward US 98, FL 80: Southern Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn left onto Pike Road
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Pike Road
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto US 98; FL 80
32 mi
·
41 min
·
Southern Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
19
Turn left onto FL 15; FL 80
5.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on FL 80
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East Palm Beach Road
21
Take the exit onto FL 80
23 mi
·
29 min
·
FL 80
22
Continue on US 27; FL 80
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 27; FL 80
23
Take the exit onto FL 80
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
FL 80
Toward FL 80 West: La Belle, Fort Myers
24
Turn left onto FL 80
47 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
FL 80
Use the left lane.
25
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 South
Use the straight lane.
26
Merge onto I 75
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 136
Toward FL 884: Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Keep slight right at fork
510 ft
·
14 sec
Toward SR 884: Colonial Blvd
Use the right lane.
29
Merge onto FL 884
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Colonial Boulevard
Use the right lane.
30
Turn left onto Fowler Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Fowler Street
Use the left lane.
31
Continue on Boy Scout Drive
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Boy Scout Drive
32
Turn straight onto CR 869
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Summerlin Road
33
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
34
Keep slight right at fork
167 ft
·
6 sec
35
Keep slight right at fork
147 ft
·
5 sec
36
Turn straight onto College Parkway
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
College Parkway
Use the left lane.
37
Continue on Cape Coral Bridge Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Cape Coral Bridge Road
38
Continue on Cape Coral Parkway East
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Cape Coral Parkway East
39
Turn right
200 ft
·
14 sec
40
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour-plus journey, consider an early morning departure to make the most of your day, especially if you plan to do any exploring upon arrival in Cape Coral. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing; however, breaking up the 69.5-mile stretch on FL 80 could be a good idea for a quick refresh. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $22, and it's always wise to top off before heading out. Since this is a manageable single-day trip, you can adapt your schedule easily, but being aware of the transition points between highway and local roads will help you anticipate changes in driving conditions.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.3 miles from Mangonia Park, FL, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.5 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 30 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.3 miles or 1h 38m 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 38m
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 Mangonia Park, 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.
+
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 Mangonia Park, FL
This is one driving day of about 138.6 miles and 3h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Mangonia Park, 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 FL 80 for about 69.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.3 mi from Mangonia Park, FL · 1h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69.3 miles from Mangonia Park, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before FL 80 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69.5 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.06 one way
$44.12 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $24.00 | $48.00 |
| premium | $4.72 | $25.77 | $51.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.60 | $61.20 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.14
Florida's Turnpike
(2.1 mi)
$0.14
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
$22
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.6 | 0 | $14.55 | $6.65 |
| Efficient EV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.13 | $5.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.4 | 0 | $19.40 | $8.87 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Night in Cape Coral on Friday
Local time
11:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Clear
E 6 to 9 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 14 at 4:28PM EDT until April 16 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 14 at 12:29PM EDT until April 15 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
79°F
Harlem, FL
69 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
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
3h 16m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Mangonia Park, FL to Cape Coral, FL covers 138.6 miles and takes about 3h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are FL 80, Southern Boulevard, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.3 miles from Mangonia Park, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.06 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 28 significant decision points across 138.6 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 4.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Mangonia Park, FL and Cape Coral, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Florida's Turnpike, Florida's Turnpike South, Fort Myers and Lehigh Acres.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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