Pensacola Beach to Fort Walton Beach

Updated: March 14, 2024 08:27 AM

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Pensacola Beach to Fort Walton Beach

Language: English

Currency: US Dollar ($)

Distance: 30 miles

How to Reach:

• By car: Take Scenic Highway 98 west for about 30 miles.
• By bus: Take the Emerald Coast Connector bus from the Pensacola Beach park and ride to the Fort Walton Beach park and ride.

Expenses:

• Gas: $10-$20
• Bus: $5 per person
• Food: $15-$30 per person
• Activities: $0-$50 per person

Best time to go:

The best time to visit Pensacola Beach and Fort Walton Beach is during the shoulder seasons (May-June and September-October) when the weather is still warm but the crowds are smaller.

What to Eat:

• Seafood: Pensacola Beach and Fort Walton Beach are both known for their fresh seafood. Be sure to try the local shrimp, oysters, and crab cakes.
• Barbecue: Pensacola Beach and Fort Walton Beach are also home to several great barbecue restaurants. Try the pulled pork, ribs, and brisket.
• Pizza: Pensacola Beach and Fort Walton Beach have a variety of pizza places to choose from. Try the local favorite, Angelo's Pizza.

Where to Go:

• Pensacola Beach: Pensacola Beach is a popular tourist destination with a variety of activities to offer. Be sure to visit the Pensacola Beach Pier, the Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier, and the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk.
• Fort Walton Beach: Fort Walton Beach is a more laid-back beach town with a variety of activities to offer. Be sure to visit the Fort Walton Beach Pier, the Fort Walton Beach Gulf Pier, and the Fort Walton Beach Boardwalk.
• Navarre Beach: Navarre Beach is a quiet beach town located between Pensacola Beach and Fort Walton Beach. Be sure to visit the Navarre Beach Pier, the Navarre Beach Gulf Pier, and the Navarre Beach Boardwalk.

FA

• Is Pensacola Beach or Fort Walton Beach better?

Pensacola Beach and Fort Walton Beach are both great beach towns with a variety of activities to offer. Pensacola Beach is more touristy, while Fort Walton Beach is more laid-back. Ultimately, the best beach for you will depend on your preferences.

• How long does it take to get from Pensacola Beach to Fort Walton Beach?

It takes about 30 minutes to drive from Pensacola Beach to Fort Walton Beach.

• What is the best way to get from Pensacola Beach to Fort Walton Beach?

The best way to get from Pensacola Beach to Fort Walton Beach is by car.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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