Columbus, Georgia to Florence, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

223.7 miles 360 km · straight line
279.6 miles estimated 450 km · driving distance
5h 38min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
317° NW bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Georgia from Florence, Alabama?

The distance from Columbus, Georgia to Florence, Alabama is 223.7 miles (360 km) as the crow flies. Florence, Alabama is located NW of Columbus, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279.6 miles, taking about 5h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Georgia in Georgia 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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Columbus, Georgia 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 Columbus, Georgia to Florence, Alabama

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 38min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 46min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 21min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Georgia & Florence, Alabama

Quick Facts

Columbus, Georgia
32.46°N, 84.99°W
America/New_York
82m 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 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients