Fort Myers to Gainesville, Florida: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fort Myers from Gainesville, Florida?

The distance from Fort Myers to Gainesville, Florida is 209.8 miles (337.7 km) as the crow flies. Gainesville, Florida is located N of Fort Myers. By car, the driving distance is approximately 262.3 miles, taking about 5h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fort Myers and Gainesville, Florida. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.