Florence, Alabama to Sedalia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

408.8 miles 657.9 km · straight line
490.6 miles estimated 789.5 km · driving distance
9h 52min estimated drive time
$47 - $58 estimated fuel cost
~1h 19min flight time
313° NW bearing direction

How far is Florence, Alabama from Sedalia?

The distance from Florence, Alabama to Sedalia is 408.8 miles (657.9 km) as the crow flies. Sedalia is located NW of Florence, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 490.6 miles, taking about 9h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Florence, Alabama in Alabama and Sedalia in Missouri.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Sedalia. 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 Sedalia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 52min $47 - $58 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 19min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 50min $39–$74* Budget
Train ~9h 22min $59–$172* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Florence, Alabama & Sedalia

Quick Facts

Florence, Alabama
34.80°N, 87.68°W
America/Chicago
167m elevation
Sedalia
38.70°N, 93.23°W
America/Chicago
277m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 136 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 60.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients