Clearwater Airport Transfer Options

Rental cars, taxis, ridesharing, shuttles, and buses are options for getting to and from Clearwater Airport. Unfortunately, neither trains nor buses stop at this location.

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Learn the rules about what you can bring on the plane, what must be checked, and what you can't bring before you leave home. At the end of the day, passengers should only make purchases at official airport counters or other verified locations.

Rental Car Services at Clearwater Airport

The facility is home to some of the world's leading vehicle rental firms. Keep in mind that the on-site vehicle rental firms alter their hours to accommodate the arrival times of the various airlines, remaining open for 30 minutes after the last arriving flight.

Clearwater Airport car rental desks are in the Arrivals Hall, across from the baggage claim. You should contact your service provider to find out about their service hours and return policies.

Please note that the rental vehicle counter in the Baggage Claim area may be closed at certain times. However, some companies still serve customers from the rental car lot.

Consider checking our car rental service to learn more about your available choices.

Taxi Services at Clearwater Airport

Leave the baggage claim area and head to the Ground Transportation Center outside the terminal. For less than $30.00, you can take a taxi for 20 minutes to get to the heart of town. However, if you must take a cab at rush hour, know that you will be paying more, and the ride will take longer. More information about taxis at Clearwater Airport.

Train Services at Clearwater Airport

There is no way to board a train to/from Clearwater Airport. A taxi ride from the airport to St. Petersburg Station and Tampa Union Station cost less than $40 and $65, respectively. Information on our trains can be found on this page.

Bus Services at Clearwater Airport

There is currently no ground transportation that utilizes public transportation at Clearwater Airport. Taxis are readily available at Clearwater Airport and cost $40 to downtown St. Petersburg, $35 to downtown Clearwater, and $65 to downtown Tampa.

Travelers looking for a convenient mode of ground transportation can stop by one of the several rental car counters in the airport's main Arrivals Hall. You can book a ride in a shared vehicle or hail a cab from the airport's Ground Transportation Center. Further information about buses to and from Clearwater Airport.

This page's pricing is subject to change at any time without notice.

Hotel Shuttle Services at Clearwater Airport

Ground Transportation Center is where you can find the pick-up and drop-off spots for your preferred hotel's shuttle service. Though many hotels offer complimentary airport shuttle service, some may require advance bookings.

Shuttles are an ideal mode of transportation for large parties, families, and solo travelers. Costs associated with this service are subject to change. Please inquire at the hotel's front desk if you need further assistance. Depending on your trip length, you may tip the driver between $5 and $10.

If you'd like further information, contact the hotel where you booked a room or look at our hotel page.

Rideshare Services at Clearwater Airport

Clearwater Airport Ground Transportation Center is where ridesharing services pick up and drop off their customers. Passengers can schedule rides through the company's smartphone app and talk to their drivers in real time.

Parking Services at Clearwater Airport

Clearwater Airport's administration provides both hourly and daily parking options. There's a cheap parking lot and a free shuttle bus, too. It's also convenient to have free parking nearby. Typically, the day's first flight will leave two hours before the day's first flight returns, and vice versa. The facility accepts cash, debit cards, and credit cards.

Call the Clearwater Airport main line at +1 727-453-7800 if you have any urgent parking-related issues that need to be addressed immediately.

Get the details you need on our dedicated parking page.