Florence, Alabama to Houston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

568.1 miles 914.3 km · straight line
721.2 miles actual route 1160.7 km · driving distance
13h 26min estimated drive time
$69 - $85 estimated fuel cost
~1h 39min flight time
234° SW bearing direction

How far is Florence, Alabama from Houston?

The distance from Florence, Alabama to Houston is 568.1 miles (914.3 km) as the crow flies. Houston is located SW of Florence, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 721.2 miles, taking about 13h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Both are located in United States — Florence, Alabama in Alabama and Houston in Texas.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Florence, Alabama and Houston. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Florence, Alabama to Houston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 26min $69 - $85 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 39min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 7min $58–$108* Budget
Train ~17h 28min $87–$252* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Florence, Alabama & Houston

Quick Facts

Florence, Alabama
34.80°N, 87.68°W
America/Chicago
167m elevation
Houston
29.76°N, 95.37°W
America/Chicago
15m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 189 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM