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Miami to Naples: The Drive

Trade the Atlantic for the Gulf. The Miami to Naples drive crosses the Everglades to Florida's calm, sunset-facing west coast - an easy day trip.

Short answer: Miami to Naples is about 125 miles and 2 hours via I-75 Alligator Alley, straight across the Everglades to the Gulf Coast. With iRent's unlimited Florida miles for out-of-state renters, it is a perfect day trip with no per-mile charge.

The route

Take I-75 west — Alligator Alley — across the heart of the Everglades. It is a straight, easy 2-hour run to Naples on the Gulf Coast. The stretch is remote, so fuel up before you go and keep water in the car.

What to do in Naples

White-sand Gulf beaches and famously calm water — great for families.
Sunsets over the water — the opposite coast means the sun sets over the sea.
Downtown Naples — Fifth Avenue South shopping and dining.
Marco Island just to the south for more beaches.

Driving tips

Fuel & snacks before Alligator Alley — services are scarce.
SunPass-ready car for the toll road; unlimited Florida miles from iRent.
Combine it with an Everglades stop on the way.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Miami from Naples, Florida?

About 125 miles, or a 2-hour drive via I-75 Alligator Alley across the Everglades to the Gulf Coast.

Is Alligator Alley a toll road?

Yes, I-75 Alligator Alley has a toll. Every iRent car is SunPass-ready, so the toll is handled automatically as you drive.

What is there to do in Naples?

Naples has white-sand Gulf beaches, calm water, sunsets over the sea, and Fifth Avenue South for shopping and dining. Marco Island is just south.

Can I drive a rental from Miami to Naples?

Yes. Naples is within Florida, so iRent's unlimited Florida miles cover the round trip with no per-mile charge. Fuel up before Alligator Alley.

Cross to the Gulf with iRent

Two hours to Naples across Alligator Alley — SunPass-ready cars and unlimited Florida miles.

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