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

The cheapest way to get from Gainesville to Clearwater is to bus and line 30 bus which costs $25 - $40 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gainesville to Clearwater is to bus which takes 2h 45m and costs $75 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Gainesville and Clearwater?

No, there is no direct bus from Gainesville to Clearwater station. However, there are services departing from Gainesville and arriving at Tampa Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Gainesville to Clearwater?

The distance between Gainesville and Clearwater is 152 miles. The road distance is 131.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gainesville to Clearwater without a car is to bus which takes 2h 45m and costs $75 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Gainesville to Clearwater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainesville to Clearwater bus from?

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

Where does the Gainesville to Clearwater bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gainesville to Clearwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainesville to Clearwater is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Gainesville to Clearwater.

Where can I stay near Clearwater?

There are 1885+ hotels available in Clearwater.

Gainesville to Clearwater - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and line 30 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Gainesville to Clearwater by bus (Flixbus) or car

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Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Gainesville to Tampa Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2467
2h 45m
$78–104
Drive 131 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gainesville to Clearwatercar 131 mi
2h 59m
$24–35
Bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Gainesville to Tampa Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Marion Transit Center to Northwest Transfer Centerbus 30
3. Take the bus from North West Transfer Center Tampa to Park St Terminal - Platform - Hbus 78
5h 42m
$25–36

Gainesville to Clearwater by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 42mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.5 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Gainesville to Tampa Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $18–29 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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