Origin
Florida Ridge, FL
Morning in Florida Ridge on Saturday
Local time
7:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Florida Ridge, FL to Clearwater, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 5m
Distance
166.4 mi
268 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 54m
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6 AM
3h 6m
8 AM
3h 29m
10 AM
3h 14m
12 PM
3h 12m
3 PM
3h 15m
5 PM
3h 28m
8 PM
2h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Florida Ridge, FL
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Clearwater, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Florida Ridge, FL to Clearwater, FL covers 166.4 miles and takes about 3h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 9th Street Southwest, Oslo Road, 82nd Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.49 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
83.2 miles from Florida Ridge, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 5m. Total distance: 166.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 5m drive with frequent turns across 166.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
9th Street Southwest is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Florida Ridge, FL to Clearwater, FL is easy. At 3h 5m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Florida Ridge, FL to Clearwater, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 9th Street Southwest | — | — |
| Oslo Road | — | — |
| 82nd Avenue | — | — |
| 20th Street | — | — |
| Van Fleet Drive | — | — |
| Broadway Avenue | — | — |
| Bartow Road | — | — |
| FL 570 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
9th Street Southwest
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florida Ridge, FL and Clearwater, FL.
1
Start on 7th Road Southwest
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
7th Road Southwest
2
Turn left onto 9th Street Southwest
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
9th Street Southwest
3
Continue on Oslo Road
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Oslo Road
4
Turn right
0.9 mi
·
1 min
5
Turn straight onto 82nd Avenue
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
82nd Avenue
6
Turn left onto 20th Street
23 mi
·
27 min
·
20th Street
7
Continue straight
65 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
8
Turn left onto Van Fleet Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Van Fleet Drive
9
Turn right onto Broadway Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway Avenue
10
Continue on Bartow Road
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Bartow Road
11
Take the ramp slight right toward FL 570 Toll West: Polk Parkway West
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
FL 570 Toll West: Polk Parkway West
12
Merge slight left onto Polk Parkway
9.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Polk Parkway
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 4 West: Tampa
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 4 West: Tampa
14
Merge slight right
26 mi
·
28 min
15
Keep slight left to continue on I 275 South: Tampa International Airport, Saint Petersburg
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 275 South: Tampa International Airport, Saint Petersburg
16
Merge slight left
4.8 mi
·
6 min
17
Take the exit slight right toward FL 60 West: Tampa International Airport, Clearwater
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
FL 60 West: Tampa International Airport, Clearwater
18
Merge slight left onto Memorial Highway
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Memorial Highway
19
Keep slight left to continue on Veterans Expressway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Expressway
20
Take the exit slight right toward FL 60 West: Clearwater
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
FL 60 West: Clearwater
21
Continue on FL 60: Clearwater
9.3 mi
·
12 min
·
FL 60: Clearwater
22
Continue on Gulf to Bay Boulevard
4.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Gulf to Bay Boulevard
23
Continue on Court Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Court Street
24
Turn right onto South Ft Harrison Avenue
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
South Ft Harrison Avenue
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 83.2 miles from Florida Ridge, FL, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
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 37 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.2 miles or 1h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 32m
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 Florida Ridge, 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 Florida Ridge, FL
This is one driving day of about 166.4 miles and 3h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Florida Ridge, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.2 mi from Florida Ridge, FL · 1h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 83.2 miles from Florida Ridge, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Clearwater, FL
The final approach into Clearwater, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Clearwater, FL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.49 one way
$52.97 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $28.81 | $57.62 |
| premium | $4.72 | $30.94 | $61.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.74 | $73.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.9 | 0 | $17.47 | $7.99 |
| Efficient EV | 41.6 | 0 | $14.56 | $6.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.6 | 0 | $23.30 | $10.65 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Destination
Clearwater, FL
Morning in Clearwater on Saturday
Local time
7:58 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
10 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
3h 5m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Florida Ridge, FL to Clearwater, FL covers 166.4 miles and takes about 3h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 9th Street Southwest, Oslo Road, 82nd Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 83.2 miles from Florida Ridge, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.49 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Florida Ridge, FL to Clearwater, FL is easy. At 3h 5m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Florida Ridge, FL to Clearwater, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Florida Ridge, FL to Clearwater, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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