How far is Florence, AL from Southside, AL?
The driving distance from Florence, AL to Southside, AL is about 124.7 miles (200.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 112.1 miles (180.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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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 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Florence and Southside.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florence and Southside.
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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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Turn left onto Wheeler Highway
4.3 mi · 6 min · Wheeler Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on University of North Alabama Highway
55.2 mi · 1 hr 6 min · University of North Alabama Highway
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Continue on Section Line Road
4.4 mi · 6 min · Section Line Road
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Continue straight
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
15.8 mi · 22 min
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Continue straight
19.5 mi · 27 min
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Continue on US 278
1.6 mi · 2 min · US 278
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Continue on Thompson Bridge Road
157 m · 8 sec · Thompson Bridge Road
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Continue on US 278
2.4 mi · 3 min · US 278
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Take the exit right
69 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight
11.1 mi · 18 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Florence and Southside.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
University of North Alabama Highway
Keep slight right to continue on University of North Alabama Highway
55.2 mi · 01h 06m
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 Southside.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Florence to Southside?
The road trip is about 124.7 miles (200.7 km) and usually takes 02h 47m 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?
West Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.3 miles from Florence and 62.4 miles from Southside.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 112.1 miles (180.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.6 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 12:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.66 one way or $33.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Florence and Sunny near Southside.
Stop Ideas Near West Point
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 West Point.
Birmingham
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Florence and Southside. Straight-line distance: 112.09 mi (180.39 km).
#1 Florence
The county seat of Lauderdale County, Alabama.
| Population | 41,166 |
| Coordinates | 34.7998100, -87.6772500 |
| Altitude | 167 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Southside
City in Alabama, United States
| Population | 9,046 |
| Coordinates | 33.9245400, -86.0224700 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
End: Southside (-86.02247, 33.92454)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 201 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $16.66 | $33.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $18.74 | $37.48 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $20.35 | $40.70 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $23.83 | $47.65 |
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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