How far is Tuscumbia, AL from Florence, AL?
The driving distance from Tuscumbia, AL to Florence, AL is about 7.1 miles (11.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5 miles (8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 29m 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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City in Alabama, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tuscumbia and Florence.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuscumbia and Florence.
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Start on East 6th Street
983 ft · 41 sec · East 6th Street
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Turn left onto South Cave Street
1.5 km · 2 min · South Cave Street
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Continue on South Montgomery Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · South Montgomery Avenue
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Turn slight right
50 m · 7 sec
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Turn slight right onto East 1st Street
1496 ft · 34 sec · East 1st Street
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Continue on East 2nd Street
2324 ft · 53 sec · East 2nd Street
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Turn left onto North Jackson Highway
1.3 mi · 2 min · North Jackson Highway
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Continue on 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 Tuscumbia 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.
Areas Of Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Tuscumbia and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Florence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tuscumbia to Florence?
The road trip is about 7.1 miles (11.4 km) and usually takes 00h 14m 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?
Sheffield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.1 miles from Tuscumbia and 4 miles from Florence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5 miles (8 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.1 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 8:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.95 one way or $1.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Tuscumbia and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Florence.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tuscumbia and Florence. Straight-line distance: 4.95 mi (7.97 km).
#1 Tuscumbia
City in Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 8,462 |
| Coordinates | 34.7312000, -87.7025300 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| 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: 11 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
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 | $0.95 | $1.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $1.06 | $2.13 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $1.16 | $2.31 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $1.35 | $2.71 |
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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