Clearwater Beach Car Rental
The Only Smart Way to Get to America’s #1 Beach
White sand, turquoise water and zero stress — just land at TPA, pick up your car and be on Clearwater Beach
in 35–45 minutes.
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Secret 2025:
Book your car rental for Clearwater Beach through rentcarintampa.com at least 7–14 days ahead — prices in peak season (Dec–Apr + summer) jump 100–300 % if you wait until arrival.
Book your car rental for Clearwater Beach through rentcarintampa.com at least 7–14 days ahead — prices in peak season (Dec–Apr + summer) jump 100–300 % if you wait until arrival.
Why You Absolutely Need a Car for Clearwater Beach
- Rideshare from TPA → $60–120 one way (and $100+ on weekends/events)
- Shuttles and buses take 2–3 hours and run rarely
- With your own car you can come for sunset, leave when you want, and stop at Publix or beach shops on the way
- Easy day trips to St. Pete Beach, Honeymoon Island, Caladesi Island State Park
Clearwater Beach & Surroundings You’ll Reach in Minutes
Best Pickup Locations for Clearwater Beach Trip
- Tampa International Airport (TPA) – pick up immediately after landing (most popular)
- Downtown Tampa / Channelside – if you spend first night in the city
- Clearwater Beach hotels – some companies (Enterprise, Hertz) deliver car directly to Marriott Sandpearl, Opal Sands, Wyndham Grand
Exact Route from TPA to Clearwater Beach (35–45 min)
TPA → George J Bean Pkwy → FL-60 W (Courtney Campbell Causeway — beautiful drive over the bay) → Gulf Blvd → Clearwater Beach
Alternative (slightly faster): TPA → I-275 S → FL-688 W → US-19 N → Clearwater
Parking at Clearwater Beach 2025–2026
- Public lots $3–4 per hour (use ParkMobile app)
- Mandalay Ave & Pier 60 area — most expensive
- Free street parking 10–15 min walk north of Pier 60 (Coronado Dr area)
- Many hotels & resorts offer day parking $20–30
Best Car Types for Clearwater Beach Vacation
- Convertible — #1 choice (Mustang, Camaro, Jeep Wrangler)
- Midsize SUV — space for cooler, chairs, umbrellas
- Economy — cheapest + easiest parking
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