How far is Elfers, FL from Clearwater, FL?
The driving distance from Elfers, FL to Clearwater, FL is about 20.6 miles (33.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18 miles (28.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 37m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A city in Pinellas County, Florida.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elfers and Clearwater.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elfers and Clearwater.
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Start on State Road 54
81 m · 5 sec · State Road 54
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Continue on State Road 54
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Road 54
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Turn left onto US Highway 19
15.2 mi · 23 min · US Highway 19
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 590: Northeast Coachman Road, Sunset Point Road
963 ft · 24 sec
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Turn straight onto US 19 Southbound Frontage Road
1.5 km · 2 min · US 19 Southbound Frontage Road
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Turn right onto Northeast Coachman Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Northeast Coachman Road
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Turn slight right onto Drew Street
2.9 mi · 6 min · Drew Street
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Turn left onto North Fort Harrison Avenue
840 ft · 23 sec · North Fort Harrison Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Fort Harrison Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elfers and Clearwater.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
US Highway 19
Turn left onto US Highway 19
15.2 mi · 00h 23m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny leaving Elfers and Partly Sunny near Clearwater.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elfers to Clearwater?
The road trip is about 20.6 miles (33.2 km) and usually takes 00h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Palm Harbor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.1 miles from Elfers and 9.5 miles from Clearwater.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18 miles (28.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.03 one way or $6.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Elfers and Partly Sunny near Clearwater.
Stop Ideas Near Palm Harbor
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Palm Harbor.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elfers and Clearwater. Straight-line distance: 17.97 mi (28.92 km).
#1 Elfers
Census designated place
| Population | 13,986 |
| Coordinates | 28.2166800, -82.7223200 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clearwater
The second most populous city in Pinellas County, Florida.
| Population | 116,552 |
| Coordinates | 27.9658500, -82.8001000 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Fort Harrison Avenue (-82.799962, 27.965851)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 33 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.15 | $3.03 | $6.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $3.36 | $6.71 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $3.57 | $7.15 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $3.18 | $6.35 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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