This 450-mile journey from Cape Coral to Blountstown, Florida, will take approximately 8 hours and 27 minutes of driving time, making it a solid two-day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $75, you'll be navigating primarily local roads, with a 0% highway share, suggesting a more involved, turn-heavy experience. This route is best enjoyed with an overnight stop, allowing you to break up the drive and make the most of the two planned stops. Since you're staying within Florida, expect a consistent regional feel throughout your travels.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
225 miles from Cape Coral, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 15m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
276.8 mi
4h 57m
I 10
121.8 mi
2h 10m
Bristol Highway
17.7 mi
23m
North Tamiami Trail
10.4 mi
12m
Del Prado Boulevard North
6.5 mi
10m
Del Prado Boulevard South
5.2 mi
10m
FL 20
4.6 mi
7m
Greensboro Highway
2.4 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 276.8 mi, about 4h 57m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 61 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~3,428 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,247
Quietest
2 AM
~367 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cape Coral, FL and Blountstown, FL.
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Start on this road
95 ft·7 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto Cape Coral Parkway East
125 ft·7 sec·Cape Coral Parkway East
3
Turn right onto Vincennes Boulevard
357 ft·13 sec·Vincennes Boulevard
Use the right lane.
4
Enter roundabout onto Vincennes Boulevard
61 ft·2 sec·Vincennes Boulevard
5
Continue on Vincennes Boulevard
0.5 mi·1 min·Vincennes Boulevard
6
Turn right onto Coronado Parkway
0.6 mi·1 min·Coronado Parkway
7
Turn left onto CR 867A
5.2 mi·10 min·Del Prado Boulevard South
8
Continue on CR 867A
6.5 mi·10 min·Del Prado Boulevard North
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto US 41
10 mi·12 min·North Tamiami Trail
Use the right lane.
10
Turn right onto CR 762
1.1 mi·2 min·Tuckers Grade
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Take the ramp
0.4 mi·56 sec
Toward I 75 North: Tampa
12
Merge onto I 75
277 mi·4 hr 57 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Exit 435Toward I 10: Jacksonville, TallahasseeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·30 sec
Toward I 10 West: TallahasseeUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 10
122 mi·2 hr 10 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
Exit 174Toward FL 12: Gretna, GreensboroUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
366 ft·11 sec
Toward FL `12 South: Greensboro
18
Turn straight onto FL 12
2.4 mi·3 min·Greensboro Highway
19
Continue on FL 12
0.6 mi·1 min·Selman Street
20
Turn left onto FL 12
0.4 mi·57 sec·Green Avenue
21
Continue on FL 12
18 mi·23 min·Bristol Highway
22
At end of road, turn right onto FL 20
4.6 mi·7 min·FL 20
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Arrive at destination
FL 20
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 8-hour and 27-minute drive from Cape Coral to Blountstown, consider an early start to maximize daylight hours, especially since this is a two-day trip. Plan for your two stops strategically to allow for breaks and potential meals, keeping in mind the $75 fuel estimate. Since this route is 0% highway and turn-heavy, pay close attention to your GPS and be prepared for frequent turns. A good tip is to check your tire pressure before you leave, as consistent local road driving can be harder on tires than highway cruising.
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 225 miles from Cape Coral, FL, or about 4h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 276.8 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 99 miles or 2h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 225 miles or 4h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 225 miles or 4h 15m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blountstown, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cape Coral, 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.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cape Coral, FL
Aim for roughly 225 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Blountstown, FL
Aim for roughly 225 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 99 miles from Cape Coral, FL.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 276.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 424.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Vincennes Boulevard
Turn right onto Vincennes Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
301.7 mi into trip|~5h 38m in
Take the exit toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
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 435
Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
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301.8 mi into trip|~5h 38m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
8
424 mi into trip|~7h 49m in
Take the exit toward FL 12: Gretna, Greensboro
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 174
Toward FL 12: Gretna, Greensboro
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424.2 mi into trip|~7h 50m in
Keep slight left at fork toward FL `12 South: Greensboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward FL `12 South: Greensboro
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$68.12 one way
$136.24 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg157 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$74.75
$149.49
premium
$4.55
$80.61
$161.22
diesel
$4.80
$84.97
$169.94
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$68
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$198–$308
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 157.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $47 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
135
1
$47.25
$21.60
Efficient EV
112.5
1
$39.38
$18.00
EV Truck/SUV
180
2
$63.00
$28.80
Gas CO2
157 kg
EV CO2
53 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.
Forecast as of Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Cape Coral, FL
Evening
in Cape Coral on Sunday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Partly Cloudy then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
NW 2 to 9 mph17% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 8:22PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 7:58PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Destination
Blountstown, FL
Evening
in Blountstown on Sunday
Local time
5:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Clear
WNW 0 to 5 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 8:22PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 7:58PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
5 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
8h 27m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
De Soto National Memorial
National Memorial
In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 93.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 450-mile route. With no highway segments, you'll be spending your time on roads like Cape Coral Parkway East, Vincennes Boulevard, and Coronado Parkway for a significant portion of the journey. This means a more engaged driving experience, as you'll be managing more intersections and variable speed limits. The lack of a longest uninterrupted stretch also points to a drive where you'll be making frequent adjustments, making it crucial to stay focused on navigation and road conditions.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 276.8 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Vincennes Boulevard.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 450 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: near the start (Vincennes Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 301.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 301.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
204 ft-2 ft
Total Climb
428 ft
Total Descent
374 ft
Highest Point
204 ft
~417.8 mi in
Elevation Range
206 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Cape Coral, FL and Blountstown, FL, road signs point toward Tallahassee, Greensboro and Fl `12 South: Greensboro.
Cape Coral is a city in Southwest Florida. Visitors are drawn by its beaches, nature trails and sea kayaking opportunities on Black Island in Lovers Key State Park.
The longest stretch is about 276.8 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 225 miles on day one.
Yes — we found about 48 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Blountstown, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. There are 48 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Vincennes Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 301.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 301.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 8.5 hours each way, a round trip means 16.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Blountstown, FL before the return drive.
