How far is Florence, AL from Red Bay, AL?
The driving distance from Florence, AL to Red Bay, AL is about 48.2 miles (77.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.2 miles (58.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Florence and Red Bay.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florence and Red Bay.
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Start on North Pine Street
2778 ft · 1 min · North Pine Street
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Turn left onto Crest Street
40 m · 11 sec · Crest Street
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Turn right
1.5 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto Woodward Avenue
3.2 mi · 6 min · Woodward Avenue
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Continue straight
1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
17 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit right
1063 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
23.9 mi · 30 min
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Turn right
835 ft · 37 sec
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Continue on Winnie Frost Drive
837 ft · 37 sec · Winnie Frost Drive
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Continue on 4th Avenue Southeast
2899 ft · 1 min · 4th Avenue Southeast
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Turn left onto 4th Street Southeast
33 m · 5 sec · 4th Street Southeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 4th Street Southeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Florence and Red Bay.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Woodward Avenue
Merge slight left
23.9 mi · 00h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving Florence and Sunny near Red Bay.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Florence to Red Bay?
The road trip is about 48.2 miles (77.6 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Russellville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.1 miles from Florence and 24.1 miles from Red Bay.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.2 miles (58.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 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 4:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.44 one way or $12.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Florence and Sunny near Red Bay.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Florence and Red Bay. Straight-line distance: 36.24 mi (58.33 km).
#1 Florence
The county seat of Lauderdale County, Alabama.
| Population | 41,166 |
| Coordinates | 34.7998100, -87.6772500 |
| Altitude | 167 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Red Bay
City in Alabama, United States
| Population | 3,108 |
| Coordinates | 34.4398200, -88.1408700 |
| Altitude | 197 |
| Country | United States |
End: Red Bay (-88.14087, 34.43982)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 78 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $6.44 | $12.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.24 | $14.48 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.86 | $15.73 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $9.21 | $18.41 |
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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