What is the cheapest way to get from Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale?

The cheapest way to get from Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale?

The fastest way to get from Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct train between Clearwater and Fort Lauderdale?

No, there is no direct train from Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale station. However, there are services departing from Tampa and arriving at Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale?

The distance between Clearwater and Fort Lauderdale is 257 miles. The road distance is 259 miles.

How do I travel from Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale without a car?

The best way to get from Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs $130 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale?

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale train from?

Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Tampa station.

Where does the Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale train arrive?

Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale.

Where can I stay near Fort Lauderdale?

There are 4386+ hotels available in Fort Lauderdale.

Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale - 4 ways to travel via train, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Clearwater to Fort Lauderdale by train (Amtrak), car, bus, plane, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
5h 20m
$139–235
Drive 257.5 mi
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1. Drive from Clearwater to Fort Lauderdalecar 257.5 mi
4h 38m
$47–68
Line 52 bus, line 300 bus, fly to Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport
1. Take the bus from Park St Terminal - Platform - B to Psta 34Th St Complex - Shelter - Abus
2. Take the bus from Psta 34Th St Layby - Platform - D to TPA RENTAL CAR FACILITY westboundbus
3. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL)plane TPA - FLL
5h 13m
$117–558
Line 52 bus, fly to Miami International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Park St Terminal - Platform - B to Psta 34Th St Complex - Shelter - Abus
2. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Miami International Airport (MIA)plane TPA - MIA
3. Take the train from Miami Airport Station to Fort Lauderdale Stationtrain
5h 59m
$759–1,111

Tampa (TPA) to Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) flights

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1h 7mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255.9 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Clearwater, FL, USA and Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $75–160 and the journey takes 4h 48m.

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