Origin
Perry, FL
Afternoon in Perry on Sunday
Local time
4:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Perry, FL to Cape Coral, FL
Drive Time
6h 30m
Distance
321.8 mi
518 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 19m
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6 AM
6h 31m
8 AM
6h 55m
10 AM
6h 39m
12 PM
6h 37m
3 PM
6h 41m
5 PM
6h 54m
8 PM
6h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Perry, FL
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Cape Coral, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Perry, FL to Cape Coral, FL covers 321.8 miles and takes about 6h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Byron Butler Parkway, US 19 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 117.5 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $53.76 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
160.9 miles from Perry, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 6h 30m highway drive covering 321.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Byron Butler Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 117.5 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 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 117.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Byron Butler Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 58.7 miles in near US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 321.8 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 58.7 miles (US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 168.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 180.5 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
58.7 mi into trip
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~1h 15m in
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US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
Keep slight right at fork onto US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
168.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 28m in
Take the exit toward FL 54: New Port Richey, Zephyrhills
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 19
Toward FL 54: New Port Richey, Zephyrhills
7
180.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 45m in
|
I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward South I 75: Naples
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward South I 75: Naples
6
254.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 5m in
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I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
297.3 mi into trip
|
~5h 51m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CR 762 West, to US 41
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CR 762 West, to US 41
Towns Along This Route
Between Perry, FL and Cape Coral, FL, road signs point toward Zephyrhills, Saint Petersburg, Cr 762: North Fort Myers, Cr 762 West and To Us 41.
Zephyrhills
168.4 mi in
|
~3h 28m
Saint Petersburg
178.9 mi in
|
~3h 43m
Cr 762: North Fort Myers
297 mi in
|
~5h 50m
Cr 762 West
297.3 mi in
|
~5h 51m
To Us 41
297.3 mi in
|
~5h 51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 117.5 mi | 2h 5m |
| Byron Butler Parkway | 57.3 mi | 1h 12m |
| US 19 | 55.2 mi | 1h 10m |
| Suncoast Parkway | 48.5 mi | 52m |
| Tamiami Trail | 10.4 mi | 12m |
| State Road 54 | 9.5 mi | 13m |
| Del Prado Boulevard North | 6.5 mi | 10m |
| Del Prado Boulevard South | 6.2 mi | 12m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 117.5 mi, about 2h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Perry, FL and Cape Coral, FL.
1
Start on South Quincy Street
103 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Quincy Street
2
Turn right onto West Main Street
300 ft
·
12 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Turn right onto CR 55
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Jefferson Street
4
Turn left onto US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
57 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
Byron Butler Parkway
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
55 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
Use the none lane.
6
Turn left onto FL 44
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 5th Street
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on FL 44
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Gulf to Lake Highway
Use the none lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward FL 589 Toll: Suncoast Parkway
9
Merge onto FL 589 Toll
49 mi
·
52 min
·
Suncoast Parkway
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19
Toward FL 54: New Port Richey, Zephyrhills
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto FL 54
9.5 mi
·
13 min
·
State Road 54
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on FL 56
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
State Road 56
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Continue on FL 56
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
FL 56
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
Toward I 75 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg
15
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 75 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg
16
Merge onto I 75
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 75
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
74 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
I 75
Toward South I 75: Naples
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
42 mi
·
45 min
·
I 75
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 158
Toward CR 762: North Fort Myers, Cape Coral
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward CR 762 West, to US 41
21
Turn straight onto CR 762
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Tuckers Grade
22
Turn left onto US 41
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Tamiami Trail
Use the none lane.
23
Turn right onto CR 867A
6.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Del Prado Boulevard North
Use the none lane.
24
Continue on CR 867A
6.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Del Prado Boulevard South
Use the none lane.
25
Turn right onto Cape Coral Parkway East
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Cape Coral Parkway East
Use the right lane.
26
Turn right
200 ft
·
14 sec
27
Arrive at 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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 160.9 miles from Perry, FL, or about 3h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.5 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 80 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 160.9 miles or 3h 20m 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 15m
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 Perry, 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 Perry, FL
This is one driving day of about 321.8 miles and 6h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Perry, 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 117.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 160.9 mi from Perry, FL · 3h 20m 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.
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 160.9 miles from Perry, 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 117.5 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.
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
$53.76 one way
$107.51 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
113 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $58.23 | $116.46 |
| premium | $4.90 | $62.03 | $124.06 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $71.49 | $142.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.91
Suncoast Parkway
(48.5 mi)
$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: 112.6 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 | 96.5 | 1 | $33.79 | $15.45 |
| Efficient EV | 80.5 | 0 | $28.16 | $12.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 128.7 | 1 | $45.05 | $20.60 |
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.
Destination
Cape Coral, FL
Afternoon in Cape Coral on Sunday
Local time
4:25 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
6 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 30m 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 Perry, FL to Cape Coral, FL covers 321.8 miles and takes about 6h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Byron Butler Parkway, US 19. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 160.9 miles from Perry, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $53.76 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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 321.8 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 58.7 miles (US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 168.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 180.5 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Perry, FL and Cape Coral, FL, road signs point toward Zephyrhills, Saint Petersburg, Cr 762: North Fort Myers, Cr 762 West and To Us 41.
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