How far is Sunny Isles Beach, FL from Clearwater, FL?
Fastest route
The distance between Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, and Clearwater, Florida, is approximately 273 miles (439 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 4 hours and 23 minutes. The suggested route includes using I-95 N, I-595 W, I-75 N, and various other highways.
Directions
- Start your journey by heading northwest on 180th Dr toward N Bay Rd.
- Turn left onto Collins Ave and continue on this road.
- Keep left to stay on Collins Ave.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take the FL-856 W/W. Lehman Causeway ramp to US-1.
- Continue onto FL-856 W/William Lehman Causeway.
- Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto Biscayne Blvd.
- Take the exit toward NE 203 St W/Ives Dairy Rd/I-95.
- Use any lane to turn slightly left onto NE 203rd St/Ives Dairy Rd.
- Use the right 2 lanes to turn slightly right to merge onto I-95 N toward W Palm Beach.
- Take I-95 Express, I-595 W, and I-75 N to US-27 N/US Hwy 27 N in Broward County. Take exit 23 from I-75 N. (Note: This route has tolls.)
- Merge onto US-27 N/US Hwy 27 N.
- Pass by Domino's Pizza (on the right in 56.1 mi).
- Take the FL-80 W exit toward La Belle/Fort Myers.
- Use the right lane to take the I-75/Tampa ramp.
- Continue on I-75 N to St. Petersburg. Take exit 28 from I-275 N. (Note: This route has tolls.)
- Take exit 28 toward Pinellas Park/Seminole.
- Continue on FL-694 W/Gandy Blvd N.
- Take US-19 N and Gulf to Bay Blvd to N Fort Harrison Ave in Clearwater.
- Turn left onto FL-694 W/Gandy Blvd N.
- Use the right lane to take the US-19 ramp to Clearwater/St. Petersburg.
- Keep right at the fork, follow signs for US-19 N/Clearwater, and merge onto US-19 N.
- Take the exit toward Seville Blvd.
- Merge onto U.S. 19 Frontage Rd.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Gulf to Bay Blvd.
- Turn right onto S Ft Harrison Ave, and continue onto N Fort Harrison Ave.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Check traffic conditions before starting your journey to avoid delays.
- 🍽️ Plan for pit stops and meals along the way to stay energized.
- 🚘 Ensure your vehicle is in good condition and has enough fuel for the trip.
- 📱 Carry a GPS or a smartphone with a reliable navigation app to stay on track.
- ⛽ Keep some cash handy for tolls along the route.
- 🕒 Consider starting your journey early to avoid heavy traffic during peak hours.
- 🏨 If your journey is long, book accommodations in Clearwater in advance to rest after the drive.
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Flight Distance
Driving 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 04h 21m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Census-designated place in Lee County, Florida
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sunny Isles Beach and Clearwater.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sunny Isles Beach and Clearwater.
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Start on 189th Street
625 ft · 33 sec · 189th Street
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Turn right onto Collins Avenue
112 m · 14 sec · Collins Avenue
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Continue on Collins Avenue
48 m · 9 sec · Collins Avenue
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Take the ramp straight toward SR 856 West: William Lehman Causeway
1.9 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto Biscayne Boulevard
1900 ft · 48 sec · Biscayne Boulevard
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Turn slight right
128 m · 15 sec
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Continue straight
906 ft · 33 sec
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Continue on Ives Dairy Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Ives Dairy Road
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9
Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach
2426 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
7.3 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 595: Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
1221 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 595 West
1.4 km · 2 min
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13
Merge slight left onto Port Everglades Expressway
1.7 mi · 2 min · Port Everglades Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on Port Everglades Expressway
10.1 mi · 12 min · Port Everglades Expressway
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15
Merge slight left
209.2 mi · 3 hr 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 275 North: Saint Petersburg
5.7 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight left
1610 ft · 20 sec
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18
Merge slight right onto Sunshine Skyway Bridge
19.5 mi · 23 min · Sunshine Skyway Bridge
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Take the exit slight right toward 54th Avenue North Westbound
1483 ft · 36 sec
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Turn straight onto 54th Avenue North
1.5 km · 2 min · 54th Avenue North
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Turn right onto 34th Street North
2972 ft · 1 min · 34th Street North
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Continue on US Highway 19 North
9.1 mi · 13 min · US Highway 19 North
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 60: Seville Boulevard, Gulf To Bay
556 ft · 14 sec
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Continue on US 19 Northbound Frontage Road
2125 ft · 54 sec · US 19 Northbound Frontage Road
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Continue on Northbound Frontage Road
1034 ft · 25 sec · Northbound Frontage Road
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Take the exit slight left
635 ft · 20 sec
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Continue on Gulf to Bay Boulevard
2.7 mi · 5 min · Gulf to Bay Boulevard
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Continue on Court Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Court Street
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Turn right onto South Ft Harrison Avenue
1297 ft · 40 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 Sunny Isles Beach 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.
Port Everglades Expressway
Merge slight left
209 mi · 03h 44m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Sunny Isles Beach 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 Sunny Isles Beach to Clearwater?
The road trip is about 277.1 miles (446 km) and usually takes 04h 21m 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?
Gateway is a useful midpoint, sitting about 137.9 miles from Sunny Isles Beach and 139.2 miles from Clearwater.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 215.8 miles (347.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 61.3 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 8:16 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $40.57 one way or $81.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 86.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Sunny Isles Beach and Partly Sunny near Clearwater.
Stop Ideas Near Gateway
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 Gateway.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sunny Isles Beach and Clearwater. Straight-line distance: 215.8 mi (347.29 km).
#1 Sunny Isles Beach
City in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States of America
| Population | 21,634 |
| Coordinates | 25.9506500, -80.1228200 |
| 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: 446 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $40.57 | $81.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $44.95 | $89.90 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $47.88 | $95.77 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $42.54 | $85.09 |
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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