How far is Prichard, AL from East Florence, AL?
The driving distance from Prichard, AL to East Florence, AL is about 368.8 miles (593.6 km), with a travel time of about 05h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 282.4 miles (454.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Prichard and East Florence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prichard and East Florence.
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Start on East Azan Street
693 ft · 30 sec · East Azan Street
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Turn left onto North Wilson Avenue
712 ft · 18 sec · North Wilson Avenue
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Turn right
2304 ft · 50 sec
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Take the ramp slight left
1280 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
3117 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 65: Montgomery
2562 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
299.7 mi · 5 hr 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 157: Cullman, Moulton
1215 ft · 29 sec
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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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Merge slight right onto Wheeler Highway
2.1 mi · 2 min · Wheeler Highway
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Turn right
7.9 mi · 12 min
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Turn right onto Huntsville Road
2229 ft · 58 sec · Huntsville Road
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Turn left onto Midway Street
18 m · 3 sec · Midway Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Midway Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Prichard and East Florence.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 65
Merge slight left
300 mi · 05h 26m
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 Prichard and Mostly Clear near East Florence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Prichard to East Florence?
The road trip is about 368.8 miles (593.6 km) and usually takes 05h 35m 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?
Oak Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 184.1 miles from Prichard and 184.7 miles from East Florence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 282.4 miles (454.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 86.4 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 5:50 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $49.31 one way or $98.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 115.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Prichard and Mostly Clear near East Florence.
Stop Ideas Near Oak Grove
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 Oak Grove.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Prichard and East Florence. Straight-line distance: 282.36 mi (454.42 km).
#1 Prichard
City in Mobile County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 21,294 |
| Coordinates | 30.7388000, -88.0788900 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
#2 East Florence
City in Lauderdale County, Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 35,733 |
| Coordinates | 34.8095300, -87.6494700 |
| Altitude | 167 |
| Country | United States |
End: Montgomery Avenue (-87.649499, 34.80953)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 594 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 36m |
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 | $49.31 | $98.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $55.45 | $110.90 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $60.22 | $120.44 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $70.50 | $141.01 |
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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