If you are planning a trip from Town 'n' Country to Cape Coral, expect to cover 148.7 miles over approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. This journey is perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Budgeting around $24 for fuel should keep you covered for the entire trip. Since you will be navigating through Florida, you can expect a fairly straightforward transition between these two locations. By keeping your pace steady, you can easily complete the drive in one go, making this an ideal choice for travelers who prefer efficiency over a multi-day trek.
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
69.8 miles from Town 'n' Country, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 25m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
70.2 mi
1h 15m
I 275
24 mi
29m
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
13.4 mi
15m
Tamiami Trail
10.4 mi
12m
Del Prado Boulevard North
6.5 mi
10m
Del Prado Boulevard South
6.2 mi
12m
Memorial Highway
2.6 mi
4m
Webb Road
1.4 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 70.2 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Town 'n' Country, FL and Cape Coral, FL.
1
Start on Fountain Avenue
0.1 mi·32 sec·Fountain Avenue
2
Turn right onto Webb Road
1.4 mi·3 min·Webb Road
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto CR 576
1.3 mi·2 min·Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn slight right onto Independence Parkway
0.6 mi·1 min·Independence Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
6
Merge onto FL 589 Toll
0.6 mi·51 sec·Veterans Expressway
Toward FL 60: Tampa, Saint Petersburg
7
Continue on FL 60
0.2 mi·13 sec·Memorial Highway
Toward FL 60: Tampa, St. Petersburg
8
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 60
1.1 mi·1 min·Memorial Highway
Toward FL 60: Tampa, St. PetersburgUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
1.0 mi·2 min
Toward I 275 South: Saint PetersburgUse the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 275
23 mi·26 min·I 275
Toward I 275: Saint PetersburgUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·17 sec
12
Merge onto I 275; US 19
13 mi·15 min·Sunshine Skyway Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 275
1.1 mi·2 min·I 275
Toward I 75 South: Naples
14
Merge onto I 75
28 mi·30 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
42 mi·45 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 158Toward CR 762: North Fort Myers, Cape Coral
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward CR 762 West, to US 41
18
Turn straight onto CR 762
0.9 mi·1 min·Tuckers Grade
19
Turn left onto US 41
10 mi·12 min·Tamiami Trail
Use the right lane.
20
Turn right onto CR 867A
6.5 mi·10 min·Del Prado Boulevard North
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on CR 867A
6.2 mi·12 min·Del Prado Boulevard South
22
Turn right onto Cape Coral Parkway East
0.3 mi·41 sec·Cape Coral Parkway East
Use the right lane.
23
Turn right
200 ft·14 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy local route, try to depart during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the local roads you will be navigating. You only need to plan for one stop, which gives you plenty of flexibility to stretch your legs whenever you feel the need. Because the entire route consists of local roads rather than major highways, keep a close eye on your GPS to stay on track through the various turns. Make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave, as the $24 estimate is based on typical consumption for the 148.7-mile distance. Staying alert is key, as the lack of highway miles means you will be working the wheel more frequently than on a standard interstate trip.
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 69.8 miles from Town 'n' Country, FL, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.2 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 31 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.8 miles or 1h 25m 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 13m
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 Town 'n' Country, 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 Town 'n' Country, FL
This is one driving day of about 139.6 miles and 2h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Town 'n' Country, 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 70.2 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 115.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Webb Road
Turn right onto Webb Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
4.8 mi into trip|~9m in|FL 60 / Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 60 / Memorial Highway toward FL 60: Tampa, St. Petersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward FL 60: Tampa, St. Petersburg
6
5.9 mi into trip|~11m in
Take the exit toward I 275 South: Saint Petersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 275 South: Saint Petersburg
6
6.9 mi into trip|~13m in|I 275
Merge onto I 275 toward I 275: Saint Petersburg
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 275: Saint Petersburg
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115.1 mi into trip|~2h 14m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.22 one way
$44.44 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg49 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$24.17
$48.34
premium
$4.72
$25.96
$51.92
diesel
$5.61
$30.82
$61.64
Estimated Tolls: $0.99
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
(13.4 mi)$0.94
Veterans Expressway
(0.6 mi)$0.05
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
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.8 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
41.9
0
$14.66
$6.70
Efficient EV
34.9
0
$12.21
$5.58
EV Truck/SUV
55.8
0
$19.54
$8.93
Gas CO2
49 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Town 'n' Country, FL
Afternoon
in Town 'n' Country on Sunday
Local time
12:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Cape Coral, FL
Afternoon
in Cape Coral on Sunday
Local time
12:32 PM
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
2 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
2h 53m 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.
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...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 38.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route relies on local infrastructure like Webb Road, Memorial Highway, and Independence Parkway to navigate the region. Because the highway share is 0%, you should anticipate a constant flow of turns rather than long, straight stretches of open road. With the longest stretch on Webb Road measuring 0 miles, the drive requires your full attention as you transition between various local roads. This is a hands-on driving experience that rewards those who prefer detailed navigation over high-speed cruising.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 70.2 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 275. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Webb Road.
Driving Effort10/10
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 18 significant decision points across 139.6 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 0.1 miles (Webb Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (FL 60 / Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
52 ft0 ft
Total Climb
103 ft
Total Descent
105 ft
Highest Point
52 ft
~19.9 mi in
Elevation Range
52 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Town 'n' Country, FL and Cape Coral, FL, road signs point toward Cr 762: North Fort Myers, Cr 762 West and To Us 41.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 53m. Total distance: 139.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 70.2 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.99 in tolls one way, starting with Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 0.1 miles (Webb Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (FL 60 / Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cape Coral, FL before heading back.
