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Trip from Tedder, FL to Cape Coral, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 55m

Distance

150.9 mi

243 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 44m ★
6 AM
2h 56m
8 AM
3h 18m
10 AM
3h 3m
12 PM
3h 1m
3 PM
3h 4m
5 PM
3h 17m
8 PM
2h 49m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Tedder, FL, FL

Tedder, FL

Matt Fitz Gibaud

city in Lee County, Florida, United States

Cape Coral, FL

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Trip Overview

This 150.9-mile drive from Tedder, Florida, to Cape Coral, Florida, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, including I-75 and I-95, with a brief stint on the Port Everglades Expressway. Given its highway-focused profile, this route is designed for efficient travel rather than leisurely sightseeing. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $24. It’s a straightforward drive through the heart of Florida, connecting two points within the same 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

75.4 miles from Tedder, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 112.3 mi 2h
Port Everglades Expressway 11.6 mi 13m
I 95 9.2 mi 10m
Daniels Parkway 4.8 mi 8m
95 Express 4 mi 4m
College Parkway 3.2 mi 5m
Cape Coral Parkway East 1 mi 2m
South Cleveland Avenue 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 112.3 mi, about 2h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Tedder, FL and Cape Coral, FL.

1

Start on Northeast 43rd Street

0.2 mi · 42 sec · Northeast 43rd Street
2

Turn right onto Northeast 3rd Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Northeast 3rd Avenue
3

Turn right onto SR 834

0.4 mi · 37 sec · East Sample Road
4

Take the ramp

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 95 South: Miami
5

Merge onto I 95

9.2 mi · 10 min · I 95
Use the right lane.
6

Take the exit

369 ft · 9 sec
Toward Express Lanes Entrance Use the slight left lane.
7

Merge onto I 95

4.0 mi · 4 min · 95 Express
8

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 2 min
Toward I 595 West: I 75, Turnpike
9

Merge onto I 595

1.5 mi · 1 min · Port Everglades Expressway
10

Keep slight right at fork onto I 595

10 mi · 11 min · Port Everglades Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Merge onto I 75

112 mi · 2 hr · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Exit 131 Toward CR 876: Cape Coral Use the slight right lane.
13

Keep slight left at fork

524 ft · 16 sec
Toward CR 876 West: Lee County Sports Complex, Florida SouthWestern State College, Cape Coral Use the left lane.
14

Turn left

116 ft · 5 sec
Toward CR 876 West
15

Turn left onto CR 876

4.8 mi · 8 min · Daniels Parkway
Use the left lane.
16

Turn right onto US 41

0.7 mi · 1 min · South Cleveland Avenue
17

Turn left onto College Parkway

3.2 mi · 5 min · College Parkway
Use the left lane.
18

Continue on Cape Coral Bridge Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Cape Coral Bridge Road
19

Continue on Cape Coral Parkway East

1.0 mi · 2 min · Cape Coral Parkway East
20

Turn right

200 ft · 14 sec
21

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For this 2-hour and 55-minute drive, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of about $24, it's a cost-effective day trip. Consider starting your drive in the morning to take advantage of lighter traffic, especially as you navigate through the initial highway segments. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before departing Tedder, as the longest stretch on I-75 is over 100 miles, and it's always wise to be prepared.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75.4 miles from Tedder, FL, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 112.3 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 33 miles or 41m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 75.4 miles or 1h 26m 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 18m

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 Tedder, 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 Tedder, FL

This is one driving day of about 150.9 miles and 2h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Tedder, 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 112.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Collier County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Immokalee, FL

75 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

Sunshine Ranches, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Golden Gate, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 75.4 miles from Tedder, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 112.3 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 140.1

Fort Myers, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18555023851

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 140.1

Fort Myers, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 140.1

Fort Myers, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 150.9

Cape Coral, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 140.1

Fort Myers, Florida

Hours: 8:30 am–8 pm

+18776642738

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Later in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 118.5

Naples, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 118.5

Naples, Florida

+12392622600

Visit website

AmpUp Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 129.3

Estero, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Joseph C. Carter Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 10.8

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+19548285411

Visit website

Everglades Swamp Tours - Airboat Rides Fort Lauderdale

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 43.1

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+13058490135

Visit website

Sun-N-Fun Lagoon

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 118.5

Naples, Florida

Hours: Closed

+12392524021

Visit website

Wreck It Ft Laudy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 10.8

Oakland Park, Florida

iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Fort Lauderdale

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 21.6

Davie, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5:30 pm

+19542804359

Visit website

Wonder Gardens

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 129.3

Bonita Springs, Florida

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+12399922591

Visit website

Volunteer Park Community Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 21.6

Plantation, Florida

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+19544522558

Visit website

Gulf Coast Town Center Play Ground

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 140.1

Fort Myers, Florida

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 140.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
1.9 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 95

Merge onto I 95

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
6
11 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the exit toward Express Lanes Entrance

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward Express Lanes Entrance
6
17.6 mi into trip | ~23m in | I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
140 mi into trip | ~2h 35m in

Take the exit toward CR 876: Cape Coral

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 131 Toward CR 876: Cape Coral
8
140.3 mi into trip | ~2h 36m in

Keep slight left at fork toward CR 876 West: Lee County Sports Complex, Florida SouthWestern State College, Cape Coral

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward CR 876 West: Lee County Sports Complex,...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$24.02 one way

$48.04 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $26.13 $52.26
premium $4.72 $28.06 $56.12
diesel $5.61 $33.32 $66.63

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 52.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 45.3 0 $15.84 $7.24
Efficient EV 37.7 0 $13.20 $6.04
EV Truck/SUV 60.4 0 $21.13 $9.66

Gas CO2

53 kg

EV CO2

18 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Tedder, FL

Late night in Tedder on Sunday

Local time

12:16 AM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Cape Coral, FL

Late night in Cape Coral on Sunday

Local time

12:16 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

1 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

2h 55m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 94% of the journey taking place on interstates and expressways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 112.3 miles on I-75, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the drive. While the route is largely defined by its high-speed sections, be prepared for the natural transitions as you merge onto and exit these main arteries. This drive is characterized by its efficiency and directness, prioritizing getting you to your destination swiftly.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 112.3 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Port Everglades Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near I 95.

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 16 significant decision points across 150.9 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 1.9 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.6 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Tedder, FL and Cape Coral, FL, road signs point toward Express Lanes Entrance, Cr 876: Cape Coral, Cr 876 West: Lee County Sports Complex, Florida Southwestern State College and Cr 876 West.

Express Lanes Entrance

11 mi in | ~15m

Cr 876: Cape Coral

140 mi in | ~2h 35m

Cr 876 West: Lee County Sports Complex

140.3 mi in | ~2h 36m

Florida Southwestern State College

140.3 mi in | ~2h 36m

Cr 876 West

140.4 mi in | ~2h 36m

About the Cities

Arriving in Cape Coral, FL

Full guide →

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.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 55m. Total distance: 150.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 112.3 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 Cape Coral, 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.6 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cape Coral, FL before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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