Buckle Up and Hit The Road: The Cost of Driving from Alton, NH to Cape Coral, FL

Are you thinking about taking a road trip from New Hampshire to Florida and wondering just how much it's going to cost you? Look no further, as we've got you covered! In this blog post, we will break down the cost of driving from Alton, NH to Cape Coral, FL, using current gas and toll prices, and highlighting different routes to help you decide which one suits you best.

Route #1: The I-95 S Route

The first route we'll look at takes you down I-95 S, one of the most direct routes to Cape Coral from Alton. The route length is approximately 1,569 miles and estimated to take around 24 hours of driving, without making any pit stops.

According to AAA's fuel gauge report (as of September 2021), the national average gas price is $3.17 per gallon. To drive from Alton, NH to Cape Coral, FL, in a car with an average fuel economy of 25 miles per gallon, you would need around 63 gallons of gas for this route, costing you approximately $199.71.

Additionally, there are several tolls to consider on this route, including a $2 toll when crossing the Hampton-Seabrook Bridge in New Hampshire, a $3 toll for the George Washington Bridge in New York, a $7 toll to cross the Delaware Memorial Bridge, and a $19 toll to enter Florida on the Florida Turnpike. In total, the tolls for this I-95 S route are estimated to cost $31.

Route #2: The I-81 S Route

Another option is to take a longer but more scenic route down I-81 S that will lead to I-75 S, which will bring you to Cape Coral. This route from Alton to Cape Coral covers approximately 1,921 miles and will take you approximately 30 hours of driving time.

Using the same fuel economy as above and the average gas price for the country, you'll need around 77 gallons of gas to complete this route, costing you around $244.09.

There are no tolls on this route, so the total cost is just the combined cost of gas and any pit stops you may make along the way.

Route #3: The Coastal Route

Looking for a more picturesque road trip? Then try out this coastal route from Alton to Cape Coral, which covers approximately 1,805 miles. This route will take you around 30 hours of drive time, with plenty of stunning ocean views along the way.

Using the fuel economy and gas prices mentioned early, you'll need around 72 gallons of gas, which will cost you around $228.24.

Again, there are no tolls on this route, so your total expense depends entirely on your gas costs and any stops you make.

Final Thoughts

So, there you have it. While the cost of gas and tolls is not insignificant, a road trip from Alton, NH to Cape Coral, FL, can be done for a reasonable amount. Of course, the actual cost depends on factors such as your mode of transportation, how often you'll stop for food and lodging, and the sights you'd like to observe along the way. At any rate, we hope this information has been helpful in planning your next road trip, no matter the route.

Happy travels!