How Far Is Clearwater From Tampa FL?

It is 22 miles from downtown Tampa FL to downtown Clearwater FL and usually takes around 30 minutes to make the drive. It is 18.6 miles or around 27 minutes to cover the driving distance from Tampa Airport to downtown Clearwater FL or Clearwater Beach FL.

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Tampa To Clearwater FL In The Winter Months

Tampa and Clearwater FL because of Clearwater Beach have some fairly large groups of tourist. Taking a car ride between the cities or to the beaches often results in trouble finding a place to park. This is never more of a problem than during the spring and summer months. At times traffic will be backed up almost halfway across the bridge between these two cities.

Clearwater Beach Is A Barrier Island And Often Crowded On Weekends

We all know the Tampa Bay area is very popular. That has an effect on any Florida city during the weekend or peak seasons. Nowhere is that more noticeable than on a barrier island with only 1 bridge. It is not only the beach which draws people here it is also the Clearwater Marine Aquarium and marina. Not to mention the thousands who live on this island year round. Keep that in mind when you drive from Tampa FL.

Choose A Ride option, Car Rentals, Uber App Or Taxi

We highly recommend not getting car rentals when visiting Clearwater Beach. Parking becomes a hassle and you pay a price for it. The sand and atmosphere is amazing and you will normally just walk or grab bike or use your Uber App as that is the quickest way and the overall cost will be less.

See You Soon On The Gulf of Mexico

Clearwater FL is definitely worth the trip. Never mind the road distance as the atmosphere, live entertainment, great food and other attractions located here make it more than worth it. Try visiting on a Saturday and then spending the night to take it all in.