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Trip from West Melbourne, 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 12m

Distance

152.3 mi

245 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

23 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 0m ★
6 AM
3h 12m
8 AM
3h 36m
10 AM
3h 20m
12 PM
3h 18m
3 PM
3h 21m
5 PM
3h 34m
8 PM
3h 5m

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

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Downtown West Melbourne, FL, FL

West Melbourne, FL

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county seat of Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Clearwater, FL

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Trip Overview

The drive from West Melbourne, FL to Clearwater, FL covers 152.3 miles and takes about 3h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 4, New Haven Avenue, FL 60 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 60.6 miles on I 4. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.24 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

76.2 miles from West Melbourne, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 4 60.6 mi 1h 6m
New Haven Avenue 39.1 mi 48m
FL 60 9.3 mi 12m
Southern Connector Extension 8.2 mi 9m
Florida's Turnpike 5.5 mi 5m
Central Florida GreeneWay 5.2 mi 5m
I 275 4.8 mi 6m
Gulf to Bay Boulevard 4.7 mi 9m
Longest stretch: I 4 — 60.6 mi, about 1h 6m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Melbourne, FL and Clearwater, FL.

1

Start on Henry Avenue

1.1 mi · 2 min · Henry Avenue
2

Turn right onto CR 509

0.5 mi · 57 sec · Minton Road
Use the right lane.
3

Turn left onto US 192

39 mi · 48 min · New Haven Avenue
Use the left lane.
4

Continue on US 192; US 441

1.2 mi · 1 min · East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
5

Continue on US 192; US 441

2.6 mi · 5 min · 13th Street
6

Continue on US 192; US 441

0.2 mi · 21 sec · East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
7

Continue on US 192; US 441

3.3 mi · 5 min · Bronson Highway
Use the right lane.
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Toward Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala
10

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

5.5 mi · 5 min · Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 28 sec
Exit 251 Toward FL 417 Toll: Tampa, Daytona Beach Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward FL 417 Toll South: Tampa, Disney World Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Merge onto FL 417 Toll

5.2 mi · 5 min · Central Florida GreeneWay
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 417 Toll

8.2 mi · 9 min · Southern Connector Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Merge onto I 4

61 mi · 1 hr 6 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

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 76.2 miles from West Melbourne, FL, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.6 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 34 miles or 43m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 76.2 miles or 1h 37m 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 30m

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 West Melbourne, 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 West Melbourne, FL

This is one driving day of about 152.3 miles and 3h 12m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from West Melbourne, 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 4 for about 60.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Lake Butler, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lake Butler, FL

76 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

Bithlo, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Auburndale, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 76.2 miles from West Melbourne, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 4 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.6 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

Retro House Coffee Bar & Asian Bistro

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 130.6

Hours: 7:30 am–9 pm

+18138125025

Visit website

Southie Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Clearwater, Florida

1.8 mi

Yacht StarShip Cruises & Events

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Clearwater, Florida

1.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

The Lab Coffee - West Tampa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 130.6

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Elevation Coffee Heights

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

0.9 mi

Foxtail Coffee & Kelly’s Ice Cream - Celebration at 192

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kissimmee, Florida

1 mi

Retro House Coffee Bar & Asian Bistro

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 130.6

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–9 pm

+18138125025

Visit website

Southie Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 152.3

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 152.3

Clearwater, Florida

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+18132237999

Visit website

XO Coffee Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 65.3

Kissimmee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+14075075607

Visit website

CFS Coffee For The Soul, Celebration

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 65.3

Kissimmee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+14072719145

Visit website

The Coffee Mill

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour Inexpensiv mile 152.3

Largo, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17272238595

Visit website

The Coffee Grove Corp

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 76.2

Davenport, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18634193212

Visit website

The Lab Coffee - West Tampa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 130.6

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Elevation Coffee Heights

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 130.6

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

Visit website

Foxtail Coffee & Kelly’s Ice Cream - Celebration at 192

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 65.3

Kissimmee, Florida

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+14076760211

Visit website

Castro's Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 87.1

Polk City, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13524670378

Visit website

22nd Street Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 130.6

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18133040373

Visit website

The Lab Coffee - Heights

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 130.6

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18138436588

Visit website

DI Coffee Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 130.6

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18139155998

Visit website

Yummies Coffee

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 152.3

Clearwater, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18135497426

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 152.3

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 152.3

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 152.3

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 152.3

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 152.3

Clearwater, Florida

+19549249779

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 152.3

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 152.3

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 152.3

Largo, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Perry Harvey Sr. Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 130.6

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18132748615

Visit website

Magic Carpet Glide

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 130.6

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+18136379797

Visit website

White Gator Swamp

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 54.4

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+14078555496

Visit website

The Florida Aquarium

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 130.6

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18132734000

Visit website

Clearwater Marine Aquarium

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 152.3

Clearwater, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+17274411790

Visit website

Iconic Tampa Bay

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 130.6

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+18132183498

Visit website

Bonnet Springs Park

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 97.9

Lakeland, Florida

Hours: 6 am–7:30 pm

+18637327000

Visit website

Disney's Hollywood Studios

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 65.3

Bay Lake, Florida

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+14079395277

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 54.2 and 135.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
54.2 mi into trip | ~1h 11m in

Take the exit toward FL 417 Toll: Tampa, Daytona Beach

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 251 Toward FL 417 Toll: Tampa, Daytona Beach
8
54.5 mi into trip | ~1h 12m in

Keep slight left at fork toward FL 417 Toll South: Tampa, Disney World

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward FL 417 Toll South: Tampa, Disney World
8
129.3 mi into trip | ~2h 35m 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
134.5 mi into trip | ~2h 42m 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
135.2 mi into trip | ~2h 44m 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

$24.24 one way

$48.48 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $26.37 $52.74
premium $4.72 $28.32 $56.64
diesel $5.61 $33.63 $67.25

Estimated Tolls: $0.45

Florida's Turnpike (5.5 mi) $0.38
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

$24

Tolls

$0

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$50–$75

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 53.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

23 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Circuit électrique Charging Station

Largo, Florida

Other

1 DCFC

EV Connect Charging Station

Largo, Florida

EV Connect

1 DCFC

Ionna Charging Station

Largo, Florida

Other

1 DCFC

E.C.O. Charging Station

Largo, Florida

Other

1 DCFC

Blink Charging Station

Clearwater, Florida

Blink

1 DCFC

bp pulse Charging Station

Clearwater, Florida

Other

1 DCFC

Shell Recharge Charging Station

Largo, Florida

Shell Recharge

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Clearwater, Florida

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Other: 11 Blink: 5 ChargePoint: 3 EV Connect: 2 Shell Recharge: 1 Tesla Destination: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 45.7 0 $15.99 $7.31
Efficient EV 38.1 0 $13.33 $6.09
EV Truck/SUV 60.9 0 $21.32 $9.75

Gas CO2

53 kg

EV CO2

18 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

West Melbourne, FL

Afternoon in West Melbourne on Saturday

Local time

2:18 PM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Clearwater, FL

Afternoon in Clearwater on Saturday

Local time

2:18 PM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

83°F

Lake Butler, FL

76 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

2 degrees warmer at arrival

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

Road read

3h 12m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

The drive from West Melbourne, FL to Clearwater, FL covers 152.3 miles and takes about 3h 12m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 4 is the longest continuous segment at about 60.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 54.2 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 18 significant decision points across 152.3 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 54.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 129.3 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.

Between West Melbourne, FL and Clearwater, FL, road signs point toward Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll, Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala, Daytona Beach and Disney World - among others.

Ocala

47.9 mi in | ~1h 4m

Miami

47.9 mi in | ~1h 4m

Florida's Turnpike Toll

47.9 mi in | ~1h 4m

Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala

48.1 mi in | ~1h 4m

Daytona Beach

54.2 mi in | ~1h 11m

Disney World

54.5 mi in | ~1h 12m

Saint Petersburg

129.3 mi in | ~2h 35m

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 3h 12m. Total distance: 152.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from West Melbourne, FL to Clearwater, FL covers 152.3 miles and takes about 3h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 4, New Haven Avenue, FL 60. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 76.2 miles from West Melbourne, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.24 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.

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 152.3 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.

The main spots that need attention: at 54.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 129.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Between West Melbourne, FL and Clearwater, FL, road signs point toward Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll, Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala, Daytona Beach and Disney World - among others.

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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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