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Trip from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Clearwater, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 5m

Distance

267.3 mi

430 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 52m ★
6 AM
5h 5m
8 AM
5h 32m
10 AM
5h 15m
12 PM
5h 12m
3 PM
5h 16m
5 PM
5h 31m
8 PM
4h 57m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city ​​in Broward County, Florida, United States

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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county seat of Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Clearwater, FL

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Trip Overview

This 267.3-mile journey from Fort Lauderdale to Clearwater, Florida, is efficiently covered in about 5 hours and 5 minutes, making it a very manageable single-day road trip. The route is heavily highway-focused, with 88% of the drive utilizing major roads like I-75 and the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. With an estimated fuel cost of $43, this trip is quite budget-friendly for a single day's travel across Florida. You'll find this drive to be a straightforward, efficient way to get from one coast of the state to the other, with one primary stop suggested along the way. Considering the duration and highway share, it’s an ideal day trip, offering a practical transit rather than an extensive scenic tour.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

133.7 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 209.2 mi 3h 44m
Sunshine Skyway Bridge 19.5 mi 22m
Port Everglades Expressway 11.5 mi 13m
US Highway 19 North 9.1 mi 12m
I 275 5.7 mi 7m
Gulf to Bay Boulevard 2.7 mi 5m
East Broward Boulevard 1.6 mi 3m
Court Street 1.5 mi 3m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 209.2 mi, about 3h 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Clearwater, FL.

1

Start on SR 842

1.6 mi · 3 min · East Broward Boulevard
2

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
3

Keep slight right at fork

2.2 mi · 3 min
Toward I 595: Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood International Airport Use the slight right lane.
4

Keep slight right at fork

1.0 mi · 2 min
Toward I 595 West Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
5

Merge onto I 595

1.4 mi · 1 min · Port Everglades Expressway
6

Keep slight right at fork onto I 595

10 mi · 11 min · Port Everglades Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Merge onto I 75

209 mi · 3 hr 44 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit onto I 275

5.7 mi · 7 min · I 275
Exit 228 Toward I 275 North: Saint Petersburg Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 19 sec
10

Merge onto I 275; US 19

19 mi · 22 min · Sunshine Skyway Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Exit 26B Toward 54th Avenue North Westbound Use the slight right lane.
12

Turn straight onto 54th Avenue North

0.9 mi · 1 min · 54th Avenue North
Use the straight lane.
13

Turn right onto US 19

0.6 mi · 1 min · 34th Street North
14

Continue on US 19

9.1 mi · 12 min · US Highway 19 North
Use the left lane.
15

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Toward FL 60: Seville Boulevard, Gulf To Bay Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Continue on US 19 Northbound Frontage Road

0.4 mi · 53 sec · US 19 Northbound Frontage Road
17

Continue on Northbound Frontage Road

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Northbound Frontage Road
18

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Use the left lane.
19

Continue on FL 60

2.7 mi · 5 min · Gulf to Bay Boulevard
20

Continue on FL 60

1.5 mi · 3 min · Court Street
Use the straight lane.
21

Turn right onto South Ft Harrison Avenue

0.2 mi · 39 sec · South Ft Harrison Avenue
Use the right lane.
22

Arrive at destination

North Fort Harrison Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour duration, starting your drive from Fort Lauderdale early in the morning is recommended to maximize your daylight and avoid peak traffic. With only one suggested stop and a significant highway share, pacing yourself on I-75 is key. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the 209.2-mile stretch on I-75, and plan your refueling accordingly. The fuel cost is estimated at $43, so factor that into your budget. This route is built for efficiency, so if you need to stop for a break or a meal, aim for one of the service plazas or larger exits along I-75 to minimize time lost.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 133.7 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL, or about 2h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 209.2 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 59 miles or 1h 8m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 133.7 miles or 2h 28m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clearwater, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Fort Lauderdale, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Fort Lauderdale, FL

This is one driving day of about 267.3 miles and 5h 5m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 209.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Warm Mineral Springs, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Warm Mineral Springs, FL

134 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Bonita Springs, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Punta Gorda, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 133.7 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 209.2 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Bandit Coffee Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Petersburg, Florida

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 248.2

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

Visit website

Southie Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Clearwater, Florida

1.8 mi

Paradeco Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Petersburg, Florida

1.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

The Under Grounds Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Petersburg, Florida

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 248.2

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17272703739

Visit website

Bad Mother

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Petersburg, Florida

1.6 mi

Yummies Coffee

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Clearwater, Florida

2.6 mi

Bandit Coffee Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 248.2

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

Visit website

Southie Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 267.3

Clearwater, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+17276213888

Visit website

Paradeco Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 248.2

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17272226458

Visit website

Yacht StarShip Cruises & Events

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 267.3

Clearwater, Florida

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+18132237999

Visit website

The Coffee Mill

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour Inexpensiv mile 267.3

Largo, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17272238595

Visit website

The Under Grounds Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 248.2

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17272703739

Visit website

Bad Mother

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 248.2

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

Visit website

Yummies Coffee

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 267.3

Clearwater, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18135497426

Visit website

Belleair Coffee Company & Roastery

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 267.3

Belleair Bluffs, Florida

Hours: 6:30 am–6:30 pm

+17275011010

Visit website

Kafe Tirona

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 267.3

Largo, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17274668532

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 190.9

Venice, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 267.3

Clearwater, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Jule Charging Station

2.2 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 190.9

Venice, Florida

+18555675853

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 190.9

Venice, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Mercedes-Benz Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 190.9

Venice, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336224743

Visit website

Ionna Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 267.3

Largo, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18334662474

Visit website

bp pulse Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 267.3

Clearwater, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18332778573

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 267.3

Clearwater, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

FloridaRAMA

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 248.2

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 12–3:30 pm

+17272105450

Visit website

Morean Arts Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 248.2

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+17278227872

Visit website

Clearwater Marine Aquarium

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 267.3

Clearwater, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+17274411790

Visit website

Pier Dolphin Cruises

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 248.2

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+17276471538

Visit website

Joseph C. Carter Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+19548285411

Visit website

Wonder Gardens

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 114.6

Bonita Springs, Florida

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+12399922591

Visit website

South Straub Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 248.2

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+17278937441

Visit website

The Dalí Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 248.2

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+17278233767

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 262 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
1.8 mi into trip | ~3m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 595: Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood International Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 595: Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale...
7
3.9 mi into trip | ~7m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 595 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 595 West
7
225.6 mi into trip | ~4h 6m in | I 275

Take the exit onto I 275 toward I 275 North: Saint Petersburg

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 228 Toward I 275 North: Saint Petersburg
7
251.1 mi into trip | ~4h 37m in

Take the exit toward 54th Avenue North Westbound

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 26B Toward 54th Avenue North Westbound
7
262 mi into trip | ~4h 53m in

Take the exit toward FL 60: Seville Boulevard, Gulf To Bay

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward FL 60: Seville Boulevard, Gulf To Bay

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$42.55 one way

$85.09 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 94 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $46.28 $92.57
premium $4.72 $49.70 $99.41
diesel $5.61 $59.02 $118.03

Estimated Tolls: $1.36

Sunshine Skyway Bridge (19.5 mi) $1.36

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$43

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 93.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 80.2 0 $28.07 $12.83
Efficient EV 66.8 0 $23.39 $10.69
EV Truck/SUV 106.9 1 $37.42 $17.11

Gas CO2

94 kg

EV CO2

31 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Late night in Fort Lauderdale on Sunday

Local time

12:25 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Partly Cloudy

E 6 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Fire Weather Watch

Fire Weather Watch issued April 17 at 2:19PM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Fire Weather Watch

Fire Weather Watch issued April 17 at 2:19PM EDT until April 20 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Destination

Clearwater, FL

Late night in Clearwater on Sunday

Local time

12:25 AM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

5 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

5h 5m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

De Soto National Memorial

De Soto National Memorial

National Memorial

In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...

6 mi from route ~14 min detour Free near mile 230.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 88% of the 267.3 miles on major arteries. The core of this route will be on I-75, where you'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 209.2 miles. This means you're in for a consistent, high-speed transit for a significant portion of your journey. While the Port Everglades Expressway and the Sunshine Skyway Bridge offer distinct segments, the overall character remains that of a direct interstate drive. The road primarily facilitates efficient travel, prioritizing speed and directness over varied scenery.

88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 209.2 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Sunshine Skyway Bridge. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 267.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 225.6 miles (I 275): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Clearwater, FL, road signs begin pointing toward 54Th Avenue North Westbound along the way.

54Th Avenue North Westbound

251.1 mi in | ~4h 37m

About the Cities

Starting in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Full guide →

Fort Lauderdale is a coastal city on the Atlantic Ocean in the US state of Florida. It is known as the "Venice of America" due to its expansive canal system. Situated in Broward County in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale metro area, the city's population is over 180,000 (2021). The city is most famous for its beaches and boats, and while the city of Fort Lauderdale is relatively small in area, the term 'Fort Lauderdale' is often used to refer to the larger metropolis that has grown up around it. It is the county seat for Broward county, and is part of the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metropolitan area, which has over 6.1 million people (2019).

Arriving in Clearwater, FL

Full guide →

Clearwater is a city in Pinellas County, a region in Florida. Perhaps most easily recognized as the headquarters city of the Church of Scientology, Clearwater also has miles of beautiful beaches and close proximity to other cities in the Tampa Bay area.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 5m. Total distance: 267.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 209.2 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $1.36 in tolls one way, starting with Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Clearwater, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 225.6 miles (I 275): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Clearwater, FL before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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