Origin
Brewton, AL
Evening in Brewton on Wednesday
Local time
5:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brewton, AL to Florence, AL
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
4h 49m
Distance
308 mi
496 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 36m
★
6 AM
4h 50m
8 AM
5h 17m
10 AM
4h 59m
12 PM
4h 57m
3 PM
5h 1m
5 PM
5h 16m
8 PM
4h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brewton, AL
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Florence, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Brewton, AL to Florence, AL covers 308 miles and takes about 4h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Belleville Avenue, Saint Joseph Avenue, Douglas Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $46.52 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
154 miles from Brewton, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 49m drive with frequent turns across 308 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Belleville Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 49m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Brewton, AL to Florence, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Belleville Avenue | — | — |
| Saint Joseph Avenue | — | — |
| Douglas Avenue | — | — |
| Jackson | — | — |
| North Jackson Street | — | — |
| Conecuh County 58 | — | — |
| AL 157 | — | — |
| Section Line Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Belleville Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brewton, AL and Florence, AL.
1
Start on Bob Teller Drive
177 ft
·
10 sec
·
Bob Teller Drive
2
Turn right onto Belleville Avenue
102 ft
·
10 sec
·
Belleville Avenue
3
Turn sharp left onto Saint Joseph Avenue
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Saint Joseph Avenue
4
Turn slight left onto Douglas Avenue
14 mi
·
21 min
·
Douglas Avenue
5
Continue on Jackson
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Jackson
6
Continue on North Jackson Street
8.1 mi
·
12 min
·
North Jackson Street
7
Keep slight left
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
8
Turn slight right onto Conecuh County 58
125 ft
·
5 sec
·
Conecuh County 58
9
At the end of the road, turn left
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
10
Take the exit right
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
11
Merge slight left
216 mi
·
3 hr 56 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward AL 157: Cullman, Moulton
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
AL 157: Cullman, Moulton
13
Turn left onto Section Line Road
200 ft
·
4 sec
·
Section Line Road
14
Continue on University of North Alabama Highway
55 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
University of North Alabama Highway
15
Merge slight right onto Wheeler Highway
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Wheeler Highway
16
Turn right onto Woodward Avenue
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Woodward Avenue
17
Take the exit slight right
1.8 mi
·
3 min
18
Turn left onto West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
436 ft
·
16 sec
·
West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
19
Turn right onto South Pine Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
South Pine Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 154 miles from Brewton, AL, or about 2h 25m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 68 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 154 miles or 2h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Florence, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brewton, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brewton, AL
This is one driving day of about 308 miles and 4h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 68 miles from Brewton, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 154 mi from Brewton, AL · 2h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
154 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 68 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 154 miles from Brewton, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Florence, AL
The final approach into Florence, AL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Florence, AL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$46.52 one way
$93.03 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
108 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $51.06 | $102.13 |
| premium | $4.56 | $55.28 | $110.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $68.00 | $136.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 107.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 92.4 | 1 | $32.34 | $14.78 |
| Efficient EV | 77 | 0 | $26.95 | $12.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 123.2 | 1 | $43.12 | $19.71 |
Gas CO2
108 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Florence, AL
Evening in Florence on Wednesday
Local time
5:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Hoover, AL
154 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
25 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 49m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Brewton, AL to Florence, AL covers 308 miles and takes about 4h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Belleville Avenue, Saint Joseph Avenue, Douglas Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 154 miles from Brewton, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $46.52 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 49m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Brewton, AL to Florence, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Brewton, AL to Florence, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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