What is the cheapest way to get from Alachua to Clearwater?

The cheapest way to get from Alachua to Clearwater is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alachua to Clearwater?

The fastest way to get from Alachua to Clearwater is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Alachua and Clearwater?

No, there is no direct bus from Alachua to Clearwater. However, there are services departing from Gainesville and arriving at Fort Harrison Ave S + Court St via Marion Transit Parking Lot and Psta 34Th St Complex - Shelter - A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Alachua to Clearwater?

The distance between Alachua and Clearwater is 170 miles. The road distance is 141.3 miles.

How do I travel from Alachua to Clearwater without a car?

The best way to get from Alachua to Clearwater without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 3h 49m and costs $160 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Alachua to Clearwater?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Alachua to Clearwater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alachua to Clearwater bus from?

Alachua to Clearwater bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Gainesville station.

Where does the Alachua to Clearwater bus arrive?

Alachua to Clearwater bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Tampa Bus Station.

Can I drive from Alachua to Clearwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Alachua to Clearwater is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Alachua to Clearwater.

Where can I stay near Clearwater?

There are 1900+ hotels available in Clearwater.

Alachua to Clearwater - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Alachua to Clearwater by bus, taxi, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from University of Florida - 1956 Gale Lemerand Dr to University of South Florida - 3801 USF Holly Drbus Tallahassee
2. Take the taxi from University of South Florida - 3801 USF Holly Dr to Clearwatertaxi
3h 49m
$165–210
Drive 140.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alachua to Clearwatercar 140.5 mi
3h 17m
$26–37
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Gainesville to Tampa Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2467
6h 46m
$88–115

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Distance: 169.1 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Alachua, FL, USA and Clearwater, FL, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Gainesville to Tampa Bus Station 5 times a week. Tickets cost $28–45 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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