Florence, Alabama to Paducah: Road Trip Guide & Distance

166 miles 267.2 km · straight line
207.5 miles estimated 334 km · driving distance
4h 11min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
342° NNW bearing direction

How far is Florence, Alabama from Paducah?

The distance from Florence, Alabama to Paducah is 166 miles (267.2 km) as the crow flies. Paducah is located NNW of Florence, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 207.5 miles, taking about 4h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Florence, Alabama in Alabama and Paducah in Kentucky.

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 Florence, Alabama and Paducah. 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 Paducah

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 11min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 1min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 58min $25–$73* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Florence, Alabama & Paducah

Quick Facts

Florence, Alabama
34.80°N, 87.68°W
America/Chicago
167m elevation
Paducah
37.08°N, 88.60°W
America/Chicago
104m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 150 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients