How far is Hudson, FL from Clearwater, FL?
The driving distance from Hudson, FL to Clearwater, FL is about 30.5 miles (49.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.3 miles (45.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 52m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Pinellas County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hudson and Clearwater.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hudson and Clearwater.
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Start on the route
50 m · 16 sec
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Turn left
39 m · 11 sec
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Turn right onto Hudson Avenue
4 m · 8 sec · Hudson Avenue
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Take the ramp sharp left
63 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left onto US Highway 19
26 mi · 41 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 Hudson 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
Merge slight left onto US Highway 19
26 mi · 00h 41m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Hudson and Sunny near Clearwater.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hudson to Clearwater?
The road trip is about 30.5 miles (49.1 km) and usually takes 00h 52m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Tarpon Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16 miles from Hudson and 14.5 miles from Clearwater.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.3 miles (45.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:46 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.14 one way or $8.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hudson and Sunny near Clearwater.
Stop Ideas Near Tarpon Springs
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 Tarpon Springs.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hudson and Clearwater. Straight-line distance: 28.3 mi (45.54 km).
#1 Hudson
Hudson is a place in Florida, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 28.3644500, -82.6934300 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| 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: 49 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.84 | $4.14 | $8.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.32 | $4.67 | $9.34 |
| Premium | $4.66 | $5.03 | $10.07 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $6.40 | $12.79 |
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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