Clearwater
Florida
Clearwater is a gateway to great road trips in 19 driving routes available. Browse 19 routes with drive times, distances, and gas costs.
Driving Times from Clearwater
19 destinations
Short Drives — 8
Medium Trips — 11
Frequently Asked Questions
How Far Is Clearwater from Major Cities?
Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Clearwater to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Tampa, roughly 20 miles away by road.
Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.
Nearest Major Airports to Clearwater
If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Clearwater by road:
Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.
Driving from Clearwater: What to Know
Located in Florida in the Southeast, Clearwater is well positioned for road trips both short and long. For longer drives, plan a rest stop roughly every two hours, keep your tank above a quarter full, and aim to leave outside the morning and evening rush windows to save time. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-75, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.
All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.