How far is Florence, AL from Northport, AL?

The driving distance from Florence, AL to Northport, AL is about 120.2 miles (193.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 48m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 108.7 miles (174.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
120.19 mi
02h 48m
Flight
108.68 mi
174.91 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
108.68 mi
Kilometers
174.91 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
120.19 mi
Kilometers
193.42 km
Drive Time
02h 48m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 48m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Northport
Fri, May 1, 8:11 PM CDT
Return by in Florence
Fri, May 1, 11:00 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Florence
2026-05-01T17:23
Arrive Northport
Fri, May 1, 8:11 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 48m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:49 AM to 12:49 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:52 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Florence
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Natural Bridge
AL

Town in Winston County, Alabama, United States

From Florence
60.2 mi
01h 24m
To Northport
60 mi
01h 24m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
67°F
Friday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NE
Destination
67°F
Friday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph NE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Florence and Northport.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Florence and Northport.

  1. 1

    Start on North Pine Street

    2778 ft · 1 min · North Pine Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Crest Street

    40 m · 11 sec · Crest Street

  3. 3

    Turn right

    1.5 mi · 3 min

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Woodward Avenue

    3.2 mi · 6 min · Woodward Avenue

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    1 mi · 2 min

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    50.8 mi · 1 hr 8 min

  7. 7

    Take the ramp right

    2350 ft · 46 sec

  8. 8

    Turn left

    32.8 mi · 46 min

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    28.6 mi · 39 min

  10. 10

    Continue on Main Avenue

    1.5 km · 2 min · Main Avenue

  11. 11

    Turn left onto 20th Street

    1732 ft · 55 sec · 20th Street

  12. 12

    At the end of the road, turn right onto 20th Avenue

    8 m · 6 sec · 20th Avenue

  13. 13

    Turn left onto 20th Street

    24 m · 6 sec · 20th Street

  14. 14

    Turn right

    55 m · 13 sec

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Florence and Northport.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
15 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Woodward Avenue
84 mi · 70%
Main Avenue
0.93 mi · 1%
North Pine Street
0.53 mi
20th Street
0.34 mi
Crest Street
0.02 mi
20th Avenue
0 mi
Longest Stretch

Woodward Avenue

Continue straight

50.8 mi · 01h 08m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
02h 48m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.5 mi
108.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Natural Bridge
01h 24m from Florence
Leave By
12:52 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Florence and Chance Rain Showers near Northport.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Florence to Northport?

The road trip is about 120.2 miles (193.4 km) and usually takes 02h 48m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Natural Bridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.2 miles from Florence and 60 miles from Northport.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 108.7 miles (174.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:52 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.06 one way or $32.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Florence and Chance Rain Showers near Northport.

Stop Ideas Near Natural Bridge

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Natural Bridge, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Natural Bridge.

RAIL

Birmingham

98 mi away
1819 Morris Ave.
RAIL

Tuscaloosa

100 mi away
2105 Greensboro Ave

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Florence and Northport. Straight-line distance: 108.68 mi (174.91 km).

Florence

#1 Florence

The county seat of Lauderdale County, Alabama.

Population41,166
Coordinates34.7998100, -87.6772500
Altitude167
CountryUnited States
Northport

#2 Northport

City in Alabama, United States

Population26,075
Coordinates33.2290100, -87.5772300
Altitude67
CountryUnited States
Start: Florence (-87.67725, 34.79981)
End: Northport (-87.57723, 33.22901)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 193 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 00m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 00m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 24m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 00m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 43m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 29m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.24 gal
16.05 L · about $16.06
Round trip
$32.11
8.48 gal · 32.1 L
Estimated CO2
37.7 kg one way
Round trip: 75.4 kg / 166 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $16.06 $32.11
Mid-grade $4.26 $18.06 $36.12
Premium $4.63 $19.61 $39.22
Diesel $5.42 $22.96 $45.92

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Alabama · May 01, 2026

There is no time difference between Florence and Northport. The current time is 17:23:17.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.