The distance from Punta Gorda, Florida to Tampa, Florida is approximately 104 miles (167 kilometers) by driving, which typically takes about 1 hour and 31 minutes. The straight-line flight distance ("as the crow flies") between the two cities is about 75 miles (120 kilometers)
. Different sources show slight variations in driving distance, ranging from about 97 to 111 miles, but 104 miles is commonly cited as the driving distance on main routes such as Interstate 75 and U.S. Highway 41
. In summary:
- Driving distance: ~104 miles (167 km)
- Driving time: ~1 hour 30 minutes
- Flight distance: ~75 miles (120 km)
This makes Punta Gorda roughly 1.5 to 2 hours away from Tampa by car, depending on traffic and exact route
