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Trip from Kings Point, 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

4h 58m

Distance

244.3 mi

393 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$39

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 45m ★
6 AM
4h 59m
8 AM
5h 26m
10 AM
5h 8m
12 PM
5h 6m
3 PM
5h 10m
5 PM
5h 24m
8 PM
4h 51m

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

Downtown Kings Point, FL, FL

Kings Point, FL

Matt Fitz Gibaud

county seat of Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Clearwater, FL

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Trip Overview

This 244.7-mile journey from Kings Point, FL to Clearwater, FL will take approximately 4 hours and 10 minutes of driving time. It's a straightforward trip, best suited for a single day, with an estimated fuel cost of $41. The route largely sticks to local roads, indicated by its 'Turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you'll encounter more intersections and traffic signals than on a highway-focused trip. You'll stay within the state of Florida for this entire drive. The single recommended stop suggests a brief pause to break up the drive. Given the total duration, it's an manageable day trip for most travelers.

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

122.2 miles from Kings Point, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 17m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Florida's Turnpike 110.8 mi 1h 59m
FL 60 70.9 mi 1h 31m
I 4 25.7 mi 28m
Polk Parkway 9.9 mi 11m
Bartow Road 7 mi 9m
I 275 4.8 mi 6m
Gulf to Bay Boulevard 4.7 mi 9m
West Atlantic Avenue 1.6 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 110.8 mi, about 1h 59m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kings Point, FL and Clearwater, FL.

1

Start on Normandy Lane

0.4 mi · 1 min · Normandy Lane
2

Turn right onto Jog Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Jog Road
3

Turn left onto SR 806

1.6 mi · 3 min · West Atlantic Avenue
Use the left lane.
4

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 58 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando Use the right lane.
5

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

111 mi · 1 hr 59 min · Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 193 Toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
7

Keep slight right at fork

245 ft · 6 sec
Use the slight right lane.
8

Merge onto FL 60

62 mi · 1 hr 19 min · FL 60
Use the left lane.
9

Turn left onto US 98; FL 60

0.6 mi · 1 min · Van Fleet Drive
Use the left lane.
10

Turn right onto US 98

0.6 mi · 1 min · Broadway Avenue
Use the right lane.
11

Continue on US 98

7.0 mi · 9 min · Bartow Road
Use the left lane.
12

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Toward FL 570 Toll West: Polk Parkway West Use the right lane.
13

Merge onto FL 570 Toll

9.9 mi · 11 min · Polk Parkway
Use the right lane.
14

Keep slight left at fork

1.1 mi · 2 min
Toward I 4 West: Tampa Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Merge onto I 4

26 mi · 28 min · I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 275 South: Tampa International Airport, Saint Petersburg Use the slight left lane.
17

Merge onto I 275

4.8 mi · 6 min · I 275
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Exit 39 Toward FL 60 West: Tampa International Airport, Clearwater Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Merge onto FL 60

0.4 mi · 35 sec · Memorial Highway
Toward FL 60, FL 589 Toll: Tampa International Airport, Clearwater
20

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll

0.9 mi · 1 min · Veterans Expressway
Toward FL 589 Toll Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 49 sec
Exit 2A Toward FL 60 West: Clearwater Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Continue on FL 60

9.3 mi · 12 min · FL 60
Toward FL 60: Clearwater Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Continue on FL 60

4.7 mi · 9 min · Gulf to Bay Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
24

Continue on FL 60

1.5 mi · 3 min · Court Street
Use the straight lane.
25

Turn right onto South Ft Harrison Avenue

0.2 mi · 39 sec · South Ft Harrison Avenue
Use the right lane.
26

Arrive at destination

North Fort Harrison Avenue

Trip Plan

Starting your 4-hour, 10-minute drive from Kings Point, FL, early in the morning is advisable to minimize potential traffic delays, especially as you navigate local roads. With 244.7 miles to cover and an estimated fuel cost of $41, plan for one main stop to refuel or stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your GPS, as the 'Turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll be making frequent directional changes. Given it's a single-day trip, flexibility with your departure time is a perk, but an early start ensures a smoother arrival in Clearwater, FL.

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 122.2 miles from Kings Point, FL, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.8 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 54 miles or 1h 1m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 122.2 miles or 2h 17m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 59m

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 Kings Point, 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 Kings Point, FL

This is one driving day of about 244.3 miles and 4h 58m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Kings Point, 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 Florida's Turnpike for about 110.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Polk County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Eagle Lake, FL

122 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

Port Saint Lucie, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Eagle Lake, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 122.2 miles from Kings Point, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.8 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

Southie Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Clearwater, Florida

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 244.3

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+17276213888

Visit website

Yacht StarShip Cruises & Events

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Clearwater, Florida

1.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Yummies Coffee

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Clearwater, Florida

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 244.3

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18135497426

Visit website

Coffee Uniting People - CUP

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

3 mi

Southie Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 244.3

Clearwater, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+17276213888

Visit website

Yacht StarShip Cruises & Events

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 244.3

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 244.3

Largo, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17272238595

Visit website

Yummies Coffee

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 244.3

Clearwater, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18135497426

Visit website

Coffee Uniting People - CUP

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 226.9

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+18134001110

Visit website

The Lab Coffee - West Tampa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 226.9

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

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 244.3

Belleair Bluffs, Florida

Hours: 6:30 am–6:30 pm

+17275011010

Visit website

Concord Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 192

Lakeland, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

Visit website

Lake Wales Latte Lounge Coffee and Bookshop

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 157.1

Lake Wales, Florida

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+18632968827

Visit website

Black & Brew

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 192

Lakeland, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18635009500

Visit website

Kubana Kafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour Inexpensiv mile 226.9

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18134343262

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 244.3

Clearwater, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Ionna Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 244.3

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 244.3

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 244.3

Clearwater, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

2.4 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 244.3

Clearwater, Florida

+19549249779

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 244.3

Clearwater, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 244.3

Clearwater, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 244.3

Largo, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Indian Creek Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 34.9

Jupiter, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15617412400

Visit website

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately

Delray Beach, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15614950233

Visit website

Clearwater Marine Aquarium

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 244.3

Clearwater, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+17274411790

Visit website

Riverbend Park

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 34.9

Jupiter, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15617411359

Visit website

Bonnet Springs Park

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 192

Lakeland, Florida

Hours: 6 am–7:30 pm

+18637327000

Visit website

Peaceful Waters Sanctuary

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 17.5

Wellington, Florida

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15617914005

Visit website

Cliff Stephens Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 244.3

Clearwater, Florida

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+17275624800

Visit website

Perry Harvey Sr. Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 226.9

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18132748615

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 227.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
2.6 mi into trip | ~5m in

Take the ramp toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
7
194.6 mi into trip | ~3h 51m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 4 West: Tampa

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 4 West: Tampa
8
221.3 mi into trip | ~4h 22m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 275 South: Tampa International Airport, Saint Petersburg

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

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 275 South: Tampa International Airport...
8
226.5 mi into trip | ~4h 29m in

Take the exit toward FL 60 West: Tampa International Airport, Clearwater

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. Exit 39 Toward FL 60 West: Tampa International Airport,...
7
227.2 mi into trip | ~4h 30m in | FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway toward FL 589 Toll

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward FL 589 Toll

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$38.89 one way

$77.77 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 86 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $42.30 $84.60
premium $4.72 $45.43 $90.85
diesel $5.61 $53.94 $107.88

Estimated Tolls: $7.83

Florida's Turnpike (110.8 mi) $7.76
Veterans Expressway (0.9 mi) $0.07

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

$39

Tolls

$8

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$72–$97

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 85.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 73.3 0 $25.65 $11.73
Efficient EV 61.1 0 $21.38 $9.77
EV Truck/SUV 97.7 1 $34.20 $15.64

Gas CO2

85 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (66% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Kings Point, FL

Late night in Kings Point on Sunday

Local time

3:35 AM

EDT

Current temp

78°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Clearwater, FL

Late night in Clearwater on Sunday

Local time

3:35 AM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

62°F

Eagle Lake, FL

122 mi in

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

11 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

4h 58m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'Turn-heavy local drive' experience for the entirety of this 244.7-mile route. With a 0% highway share, you won't be cruising on interstates; instead, you'll navigate a series of local roads including Jog Road and West Atlantic Avenue, with a stretch on Florida's Turnpike Toll North. This means frequent turns and varying speed limits are part of the driving personality. There isn't a 'longest stretch' noted, implying a consistent pattern of local road navigation rather than long, uninterrupted highway segments. This drive prioritizes local passage over high-speed transit.

91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 110.8 mi on Florida's Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and FL 60. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 21 significant decision points across 244.3 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 2.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 194.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 221.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Kings Point, FL to Clearwater, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Petersburg along the way.

Saint Petersburg

221.3 mi in | ~4h 22m

About the Cities

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 4h 58m. Total distance: 244.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 110.8 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $7.83 in tolls one way, starting with Florida's Turnpike. 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 2.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 194.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 221.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 5.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 10.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Clearwater, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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