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How to get fromClearwater to Gainesvilleby taxi, bus, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Clearwater to Gainesville by taxi, bus, or car

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  1. Taxi, bus

    best
    1. Take the taxi from Clearwater to University of South Florida - 3801 USF Holly Drtaxi taxi
    2. Take the bus from University of South Florida - 3801 USF Holly Dr to University of Florida - 1956 Gale Lemerand Drbus bus Miami
    3h 34m
    $114–145

  2. Drive  133.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Clearwater to Gainesvillecar car 133.3 mi
    2h 53m
    $25–36

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  • Distance: 152.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h 34m

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

There is no direct connection from Clearwater to Gainesville. However, you can take the taxi to University of South Florida - 3801 USF Holly Dr then take the bus to University of Florida - 1956 Gale Lemerand Dr. Alternatively, you can drive from Clearwater to Gainesville in around 2h 53m.

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