Florence, Alabama to Knoxville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

226.3 miles 364.2 km · straight line
282.9 miles estimated 455.3 km · driving distance
5h 41min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
68° ENE bearing direction

How far is Florence, Alabama from Knoxville?

The distance from Florence, Alabama to Knoxville is 226.3 miles (364.2 km) as the crow flies. Knoxville is located ENE of Florence, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 282.9 miles, taking about 5h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Florence, Alabama in Alabama and Knoxville in Tennessee.

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 Florence, Alabama and Knoxville. 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 Florence, Alabama to Knoxville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 41min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 49min $23–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 24min $34–$99* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Florence, Alabama & Knoxville

Quick Facts

Florence, Alabama
34.80°N, 87.68°W
America/Chicago
167m elevation
Knoxville
35.96°N, 83.92°W
America/New_York
276m 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 110 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients