Birmingham, Alabama to Florence, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

101.5 miles 163.4 km · straight line
126.9 miles estimated 204.3 km · driving distance
2h 33min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
331° NNW bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, Alabama from Florence, Alabama?

The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Florence, Alabama is 101.5 miles (163.4 km) as the crow flies. Florence, Alabama is located NNW of Birmingham, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 126.9 miles, taking about 2h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Birmingham, Alabama and Florence, Alabama. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Birmingham, Alabama to Florence, Alabama

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 33min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 4min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 25min $15–$44* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, Alabama & Florence, Alabama

Quick Facts

Birmingham, Alabama
33.52°N, 86.80°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
Florence, Alabama
34.80°N, 87.68°W
America/Chicago
167m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 34 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 245.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients