Carbondale to Florence, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Carbondale from Florence, Alabama?

The distance from Carbondale to Florence, Alabama is 219.7 miles (353.6 km) as the crow flies. Florence, Alabama is located SSE of Carbondale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 274.6 miles, taking about 5h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Carbondale in Illinois and Florence, Alabama in Alabama.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Carbondale 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.