How far is Sheffield, AL from Florence, AL?
The driving distance from Sheffield, AL to Florence, AL is about 4.1 miles (6.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 2.7 miles (4.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sheffield and Florence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sheffield and Florence.
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Start on North Montgomery Avenue
124 m · 21 sec · North Montgomery Avenue
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Turn left onto East 6th Street
1804 ft · 36 sec · East 6th Street
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Continue on Hatch Boulevard
1.6 mi · 3 min · Hatch Boulevard
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Turn left onto Woodward Avenue
1177 ft · 24 sec · Woodward Avenue
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Continue on North Jackson Highway
1.6 mi · 3 min · North Jackson Highway
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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 Sheffield and Florence.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
North Jackson Highway
Continue on North Jackson Highway
1.58 mi · 00h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Sheffield and Sunny near Florence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sheffield to Florence?
The road trip is about 4.1 miles (6.6 km) and usually takes 00h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Muscle Shoals is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.1 miles from Sheffield and 2.1 miles from Florence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 2.7 miles (4.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.57 one way or $1.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Sheffield and Sunny near Florence.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sheffield and Florence. Straight-line distance: 2.69 mi (4.33 km).
#1 Sheffield
City in Alabama, USA
| Population | 8,839 |
| Coordinates | 34.7650900, -87.6986400 |
| Altitude | 157 |
| 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: 7 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $0.57 | $1.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $0.64 | $1.28 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $0.69 | $1.39 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $0.81 | $1.62 |
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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