How far is Jupiter, FL from Clearwater, FL?
Fastest route
The route from Jupiter, Florida to Clearwater, Florida is approximately 212 miles and takes around 3 hours and 45 minutes via Florida's Turnpike and E State Rd 60 W. This route has tolls.
Directions
- Head west on W Indiantown Rd toward N Orange Ave and keep left at the fork to merge onto Florida's Turnpike.
- Follow Florida's Turnpike to Osceola County and take exit 193 for FL-60 toward US-441/Yeehaw Jct.
- Get on FL-570 W/Polk Pkwy in Polk County from E State Rd 60 W. Keep right at the fork and merge onto E State Rd 60 W.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto E Van Fleet Dr and then turn right onto US-98 N/N Broadway Ave.
- Merge onto FL-570 W/Polk Pkwy via the ramp to Tampa.
- Continue on FL-570 W/Polk Pkwy. Take I-4 W to FL-60 W/E State Rd 60 W in Tampa. Take exit 2A from FL-60 W/E State Rd 60 W.
- Merge onto FL-570 W/Polk Pkwy, then use any lane to merge onto I-4 W toward Tampa. Take the exit on the left onto I-275 S toward St Petersburg. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 39 to merge onto FL-60 W/E State Rd 60 W toward Clearwater/Tampa Airport. Take exit 2A for FL-60 W toward Clearwater. Finally, continue onto FL-60 W/E State Rd 60 W, turn right onto S Ft Harrison Ave, and continue onto N Fort Harrison Ave.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure you have enough cash or a valid electronic toll pass for the tolls on the route.
- ⛽ Plan your fuel stops along the way to ensure you don't run out of gas.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to stay on track and receive real-time traffic updates.
- 🍽️ Consider making stops for meals or snacks at convenient locations along the route.
- 🛣️ Be aware of the speed limits and follow all traffic regulations to ensure a safe journey.
- 🚧 Stay updated on road conditions and potential closures that may affect your route.
- 🚘 Enjoy the scenic drive and have a pleasant journey to Clearwater, Florida!
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 30m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census designated place in Florida, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jupiter and Clearwater.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jupiter and Clearwater.
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Start on West Indiantown Road
3.9 mi · 7 min · West Indiantown Road
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Take the ramp right
591 ft · 14 sec
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Continue straight
147 m · 12 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
2591 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
76.7 mi · 1 hr 22 min · Florida's Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
1.1 km · 2 min
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Keep slight right
75 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left
61.6 mi · 1 hr 19 min
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Turn left onto Van Fleet Drive
3253 ft · 1 min · Van Fleet Drive
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Turn right onto Broadway Avenue
3184 ft · 1 min · Broadway Avenue
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Continue on Bartow Road
7 mi · 10 min · Bartow Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward FL 570 Toll West: Polk Parkway West
1520 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto Polk Parkway
9.9 mi · 11 min · Polk Parkway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 4 West: Tampa
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight right
25.7 mi · 29 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 275 South: Tampa International Airport, Saint Petersburg
2249 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
4.8 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 60 West: Tampa International Airport, Clearwater
1665 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto Memorial Highway
2060 ft · 35 sec · Memorial Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on Veterans Expressway
1.5 km · 1 min · Veterans Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 60 West: Clearwater
2031 ft · 50 sec
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Continue on FL 60: Clearwater
9.3 mi · 12 min
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Continue on Gulf to Bay Boulevard
4.7 mi · 9 min · Gulf to Bay Boulevard
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Continue on Court Street
1.5 mi · 4 min · Court Street
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Turn right onto South Ft Harrison Avenue
1297 ft · 44 sec · South Ft 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 Jupiter and Clearwater.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Florida's Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
76.7 mi · 01h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Jupiter and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Clearwater.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jupiter to Clearwater?
The road trip is about 212.1 miles (341.3 km) and usually takes 03h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Babson Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 105.9 miles from Jupiter and 106.2 miles from Clearwater.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 180.6 miles (290.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:00 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.03 one way or $62.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 66.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Jupiter and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Clearwater.
Stop Ideas Near Babson Park
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Babson Park.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jupiter and Clearwater. Straight-line distance: 180.56 mi (290.59 km).
#1 Jupiter
Town located in Palm Beach County, Florida
| Population | 65,834 |
| Coordinates | 26.9342200, -80.0942100 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| 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: 341 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 38m |
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 | $31.03 | $62.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $34.38 | $68.76 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $36.62 | $73.24 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $32.54 | $65.08 |
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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