Driving from Ft Myers to TV
 

Hi,
I drove from Ft Myers to TV and it took me forever. What is the best route to drive?

I75 all the way to Rte 44

Unfortunately that was the way I came. Took over 4 1/2 hours and I did not see any accidents.

When?

A week ago, December 1st.

Scenic route Rt 80east to Rt29 then north on 27th

Took me 4 1-2 hours. I was driving and I am just renting for a month to see if I like it.

According to google maps, it should be about 3 hours 15 minutes - but that does not include stops for meals, bathroom breaks, fuel, etc. Were there any stops? Did you go the speed limit the entire time?

Google Maps time estimates are optimistic—giving you the time it takes to get from point A to point B under optimal conditions for the time of day. Most experts suggest adding 20-25% more time to account for less than optimal conditions.

I was alone, not stop unless the cars were stopped. Faster than speed limit. Also no stopping for anything except traffic.

It is 196 miles from Ft. Meyers to TV. Driving time should be a little over 3 hours. The best route is probably I-75 all the way.

The local traffic around the Fort Myers area may be heavier that usual because of the activities related to Hurricane Ian — contractors, clean up debris and gutting houses, and so on. Other than that, the drive is straightforward mostly on I-75.

If the drive from Ft. Myers to The Villages takes "forever" does that mean you are still on the road?

No matter what route it is a long drive , suggest I-75 .

I frequently drive that route and find that if I leave FtM before noon or after 7 PM the traffic is manageable. It usually takes
more than 3 hours to go from exit 136 to exit 329 and most times less.

Hi DiviAruba. We are at Dutch Village now! Although we use I75, we always use Waze which gives alternate routes when driving due to traffic or accident and is updated by drivers ahead of you.