Driving from New York City to Clearwater
Clearwater lies 1,629 km (1,012 mi) south-west of New York City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 22 h 5 min without stops, over roughly 1,988 km (1,235 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| New York City | Clearwater | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 8.8 million | 117,292 |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
Where to book car hire from New York City to Clearwater
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Staying in Clearwater
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Common questions
How far is Clearwater from New York City?
1,629 km (1,012 mi) in a straight line, south-west of New York City; by road roughly 1,988 km (1,235 mi).
How long does it take to get from New York City to Clearwater by car?
About 22 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between New York City and Clearwater?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.