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

The cheapest way to get from Florida to Clearwater is to bus which costs $30 - $55 and takes 7h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Florida to Clearwater is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Florida and Clearwater?

No, there is no direct bus from Florida to Clearwater. However, there are services departing from Jacksonville and arriving at Fort Harrison Ave S + Court St via Gainesville, Marion Transit Parking Lot and Psta 34Th St Complex - Shelter - A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Florida and Clearwater?

No, there is no direct train from Florida to Clearwater. However, there are services departing from Jacksonville and arriving at Tampa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Florida to Clearwater?

The distance between Florida and Clearwater is 269 miles. The road distance is 200.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Florida to Clearwater without a car is to train which takes 7h 24m and costs $130 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Florida to Clearwater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Florida to Clearwater bus from?

Florida to Clearwater bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Jacksonville station.

Where do I catch the Florida to Clearwater train from?

Florida to Clearwater train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Jacksonville station.

Train or bus from Florida to Clearwater?

The best way to get from Florida to Clearwater is to train which takes 7h 24m and costs $130 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Florida to Clearwater bus arrive?

Florida to Clearwater bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Gainesville station.

Where does the Florida to Clearwater train arrive?

Florida to Clearwater train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Tampa station.

Can I drive from Florida to Clearwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Florida to Clearwater is 201 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Florida to Clearwater.

Where can I stay near Clearwater?

There are 1528+ hotels available in Clearwater.

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There are 3 ways to get from Florida to Clearwater by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Jacksonville to Tampatrain Floridian
7h 24m
$132–243
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Gainesvillebus FlixBus 2431
2. Take the bus from Gainesville to Tampa Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2467
7h 26m
$34–52
Drive 199.8 mi
1. Drive from Jacksonville to Clearwatercar 199.8 mi
4h 22m
$37–53

Florida to Clearwater by bus (Flixbus)

6Weekly Buses

7h 26mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 267.8 mi
Duration: 7h 24m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Jacksonville to Tampa once daily. Tickets cost $70–160 and the journey takes 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jacksonville to Fort Harrison Ave S + Court St via Gainesville, Tampa Bus Station, Marion Transit Parking Lot, and Psta 34Th St Complex - Shelter - A in around 7h 26m.

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