[midiwiz]

Originally Posted by DiviAruba

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

only 1 real way 75 all the way, but not sure why the issue. You didn't mention time of day, speed, etc. All I can assume is that you got slowed by mid-day Tampa traffic. add to that whether you go with the flow or the speed limit or under. eh 4 hrs isn't all that bad
gas stops?
food?

[defrey12]

Originally Posted by Keefelane66

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

Only 6 hours

[Janie123]

Originally Posted by DiviAruba

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

Google maps every time… it will change the route based on traffic and accidents.

Right now, Google maps says 3hr 22 min with 2 small accidents along the way. If you don’t want to pay the toll, 3 hr 58 min

[ohioshooter]

Originally Posted by Janie123

Google maps every time… it will change the route based on traffic and accidents.

Right now, Google maps says 3hr 22 min with 2 small accidents along the way. If you don’t want to pay the toll, 3 hr 58 min

What toll? Have driven that route many times, never paid a toll. I75 all the way.

[lindaelane]

I can't drive on I-75 (big trucks passing on the left scare me too much, and yes, I do go 55, or used to when I used interstates - when younger I went 65 or 70).

I'd like a good, rather rural route TV to Ft. Myers as I will attend an event there next year. Can anyone help? I've looked at Google which shows more than one possibility but I do not know which is best.

edit to explain: Time is of no concern here - 6 or 7 hours is fine - I just need to avoid I-75. I also cannot drive over large bridges without fear interfering with my driving. I am a good driver, careful and not too slow, but I know to stay away from anything that challenges me, such as high-speed freeways and high bridges.

[kkingston57]

Originally Posted by DiviAruba

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

Not surprised. A lot of traffic on 75 especially around TV.

[kkingston57]

Originally Posted by lindaelane

I can't drive on I-75 (big trucks passing on the left scare me too much, and yes, I do go 55, or used to when I used interstates - when younger I went 65 or 70).

I'd like a good, rather rural route TV to Ft. Myers as I will attend an event there next year. Can anyone help? I've looked at Google which shows more than one possibility but I do not know which is best.

edit to explain: Time is of no concern here - 6 or 7 hours is fine - I just need to avoid I-75. I also cannot drive over large bridges without fear interfering with my driving. I am a good driver, careful and not too slow, but I know to stay away from anything that challenges me, such as high-speed freeways and high bridges.

Looks like you need an old fashioned paper map and have a lot of time and patience. There are a lot of small speed trap towns between TV and Fort Myers. US 27 goes in the general direction. It is probably a lot more dangerous than 75 since vehicles can cross this road. There was a 2X fatality accident on 12/3 at it's intersection with the turnpike. Good luck.

[airstreamingypsy]

Google map Ft Myers to Wildwood. It will show you two routes. I-75 is the one in blue, the alternative is in gray. If this forum didn't make it so difficult to post photos I would post one.

[jfkilduff]

Drive it every week or so 3 hours

[Wondering]

Originally Posted by DiviAruba

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

Route 75 is always busy with traffic and construction, not to mention if there is an accident. Try coming up the center of the State, even though you will pass through small towns.

[DiviAruba]

Such as what routes?

[DiviAruba]

Originally Posted by Wondering

Route 75 is always busy with traffic and construction, not to mention if there is an accident. Try coming up the center of the State, even though you will pass through small towns.

What routes would that be?

[jjombrello]

We use I-75 and I generally plan for a four hour trip.

[Smalley]

For health reasons it's advisable to stop and get out of the car for a few minutes at least every two hours. Better for the back, legs, alertness and to avoid deep vein thrombosis. My two cents.

[DiviAruba]

Originally Posted by Smalley

For health reasons it's advisable to stop and get out of the car for a few minutes at least every two hours. Better for the back, legs, alertness and to avoid deep vein thrombosis. My two cents.

I normally wiggle my feet when sitting. I’ve had blood clots before and make sure I move my legs and feet when on a plane or car.