How far is Fairhope, AL from Florence, AL?
Fastest route
The route from Fairhope, Alabama to Florence, Alabama takes approximately 6 hours and 11 minutes, covering a distance of 360 miles via US-45.
Directions
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🚶 Take Eastern Shore Trail to US-98 W/N Greeno Rd:
- Head east on Eastern Shore Trail/Fairhope Ave toward N Section St.
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Eastern Shore Trail/N Section St.
- Turn right onto Homestead Ave.
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🛣️ Drive from US-45 to Columbus:
- Take the MS-50 E exit from MS-12 E/US-82 E.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto US-98 W/N Greeno Rd.
- Continue to follow US-98 W.
- Pass by Waffle House (on the right in 7.4 mi).
- Turn right to merge onto I-10 W toward Mobile.
- Take exit 26B to merge onto Water St toward Downtown.
- Continue straight onto N Water St.
- Use the right 2 lanes to turn slightly right onto the I-165 N/US-90 E ramp to US-98 E/US-43.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 1B to merge onto I-65 N toward Montgomery.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 13 for AL-158 W/AL-213 S toward Citronelle.
- Use any lane to turn left onto AL-158 W/AL-213 S/Industrial Pkwy.
- Continue to follow AL-158 W/Industrial Pkwy.
- Keep left to stay on AL-158 W/Industrial Pkwy.
- Use the right lane to take the US-45 ramp.
- Turn right onto US-45 (signs for Citronelle).
- Entering Mississippi, use the right lane to stay on US-45.
- Keep right to stay on US-45.
- Keep left to stay on US-45.
- Continue straight to stay on US-45.
- Use the right 2 lanes to turn slightly right to stay on US-45.
- Use the right lane to take the US-45 N/US-82 E/MS-12 E ramp to Columbus.
- Merge onto MS-12 E/US-45/US-82 E.
- Continue to follow MS-12 E/US-82 E.
- Take the MS-50 E exit toward MS-12 E.
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🛣️ Follow MS-12 E, County Lake Rd, and Shake Rag Rd to US-278 E in Lamar County:
- Use any lane to turn left onto MS-12 E/MS-50 E/Tuscaloosa Rd.
- Entering Alabama, turn left onto County Lake Rd.
- Turn right onto Aberdeen Rd.
- Turn left onto Shake Rag Rd.
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🚗 Follow US-43 N to S Court St in Florence:
- Turn left onto US-43 N/Hwy 43/Military St S.
- Continue to follow US-43 N/Hwy 43.
- Pass by Little Caesars Pizza (on the right in 50.3 mi).
- Turn right onto US-43 N/US-72 E.
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🛣️ Drive to S Pine St:
- Continue straight onto S Court St.
- Turn left onto W Alabama St.
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto S Pine St.
Tips & Suggestions
- Plan for a long journey of approximately 6 hours and 11 minutes, considering the distance and potential traffic conditions.
- Make sure to follow the specific road directions mentioned in each step to stay on the correct route.
- Use GPS or a navigation app to help you navigate the turns and keep track of your progress.
- Check for any road closures, construction, or detours that may affect your route before starting the trip.
- It's advisable to have sufficient fuel and snacks for the journey, as there may not be frequent rest stops along the way.
- Take breaks periodically to stretch your legs and rest, especially during longer stretches of driving.
- Enjoy the scenic views and landmarks you may encounter during the trip.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 57m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town of the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fairhope and Florence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairhope and Florence.
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Start on Fairhope Avenue
33 m · 11 sec · Fairhope Avenue
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Turn left onto North Section Street
1.6 mi · 4 min · North Section Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Homestead Avenue
9 m · 1 sec · Homestead Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Homestead Avenue
2221 ft · 56 sec · Homestead Avenue
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Turn left onto Old Spanish Trail
1183 ft · 29 sec · Old Spanish Trail
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Continue on US Highway 98
7.6 mi · 12 min · US Highway 98
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Continue on Old Spanish Trail
1.5 km · 2 min · Old Spanish Trail
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Turn slight right
95 m · 6 sec
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9
Turn straight onto Spanish Fort Boulevard
891 ft · 20 sec · Spanish Fort Boulevard
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Turn left
20.3 mi · 28 min
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11
Take the ramp right
1741 ft · 43 sec
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12
Merge slight left
277.6 mi · 5 hr 2 min
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13
Take the exit slight right toward AL 157: Cullman, Moulton
1215 ft · 29 sec
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14
Turn left onto Section Line Road
61 m · 4 sec · Section Line Road
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Continue on University of North Alabama Highway
55.4 mi · 1 hr 6 min · University of North Alabama Highway
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16
Merge slight right onto Wheeler Highway
4.2 mi · 5 min · Wheeler Highway
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Turn right onto Woodward Avenue
4.2 mi · 7 min · Woodward Avenue
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Take the exit slight right
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
133 m · 16 sec · West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
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Turn right onto South Pine Street
1178 ft · 35 sec · South Pine Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Pine Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fairhope and Florence.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Spanish Fort Boulevard
Merge slight left
278 mi · 05h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Fairhope and Sunny near Florence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fairhope to Florence?
The road trip is about 375.8 miles (604.8 km) and usually takes 05h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Deatsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 187.9 miles from Fairhope and 187.9 miles from Florence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 295.8 miles (476 km), while the road route adds roughly 80 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:04 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $50.22 one way or $100.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 117.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Fairhope and Sunny near Florence.
Stop Ideas Near Deatsville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Deatsville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fairhope and Florence. Straight-line distance: 295.79 mi (476.03 km).
#1 Fairhope
City in Baldwin County, Alabama U.
| Population | 23,584 |
| Coordinates | 30.5229700, -87.9033300 |
| Altitude | 37 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Florence
The county seat of Lauderdale County, Alabama.
| Population | 41,166 |
| Coordinates | 34.7998100, -87.6772500 |
| Altitude | 167 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Pine Street (-87.677322, 34.799779)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 605 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 41m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $50.22 | $100.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $56.47 | $112.95 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $61.33 | $122.66 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $71.80 | $143.61 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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