Origin
West Samoset, FL
Late night in West Samoset on Friday
Local time
3:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Samoset, FL to Cape Coral, FL
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 48m
Distance
100.9 mi
162 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 40m
★
6 AM
1h 48m
8 AM
2h 4m
10 AM
1h 54m
12 PM
1h 52m
3 PM
1h 55m
5 PM
2h 4m
8 PM
1h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Samoset, FL
Arian Fernandez
Cape Coral, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from West Samoset, FL to Cape Coral, FL covers 100.9 miles and takes about 1h 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 32nd Avenue East, 9th Street East, 30th Avenue East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.06 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.5 miles from West Samoset, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 100.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 48m drive with frequent turns across 100.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
32nd Avenue East is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from West Samoset, FL to Cape Coral, FL is easy. At 1h 48m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Samoset, FL to Cape Coral, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 32nd Avenue East | — | — |
| 9th Street East | — | — |
| 30th Avenue East | — | — |
| 53rd Avenue East | — | — |
| I 75 South | — | — |
| CR 762 | — | — |
| US 41 | — | — |
| Tuckers Grade | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
32nd Avenue East
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Samoset, FL and Cape Coral, FL.
1
Start on 8th Street East
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
8th Street East
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto 32nd Avenue East
456 ft
·
25 sec
·
32nd Avenue East
3
Turn left onto 9th Street East
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
9th Street East
4
Turn right onto 30th Avenue East
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
30th Avenue East
5
Turn slight right
2.1 mi
·
3 min
6
Turn left onto 53rd Avenue East
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
53rd Avenue East
7
Take the ramp slight right toward I 75 South: Naples
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 75 South: Naples
8
Merge slight left
17 mi
·
18 min
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
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.5 miles from West Samoset, FL, or about 54m 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 22 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.5 miles or 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cape Coral, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving West Samoset, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from West Samoset, FL
This is one driving day of about 100.9 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from West Samoset, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.5 mi from West Samoset, FL · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.5 miles from West Samoset, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.06 one way
$32.12 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $17.47 | $34.94 |
| premium | $4.72 | $18.76 | $37.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.28 | $44.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.59 | $4.84 |
| Efficient EV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.83 | $4.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.13 | $6.46 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Late night in Cape Coral on Friday
Local time
3:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
19 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
1h 48m 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 West Samoset, FL to Cape Coral, FL covers 100.9 miles and takes about 1h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 32nd Avenue East, 9th Street East, 30th Avenue East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.5 miles from West Samoset, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.06 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.
The drive from West Samoset, FL to Cape Coral, FL is easy. At 1h 48m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Samoset, FL to Cape Coral, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from West Samoset, FL to Cape Coral, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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