Origin
Dadeville, AL
Morning in Dadeville on Thursday
Local time
9:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dadeville, AL to Florence, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 29m
Distance
202.3 mi
326 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 17m
★
6 AM
3h 30m
8 AM
3h 54m
10 AM
3h 38m
12 PM
3h 36m
3 PM
3h 39m
5 PM
3h 53m
8 PM
3h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dadeville, AL
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Florence, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Dadeville, AL to Florence, AL covers 202.3 miles and takes about 3h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 31 North, Red Mountain Expressway, Carraway Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.55 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
101.1 miles from Dadeville, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 29m. Total distance: 202.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 29m drive with frequent turns across 202.3 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.
US 31 North 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 3h 29m 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 Dadeville, AL to Florence, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 31 North | — | — |
| Red Mountain Expressway | — | — |
| Carraway Boulevard | — | — |
| Finley Boulevard | — | — |
| 19th Street North | — | — |
| I 65 North | — | — |
| AL 157 | — | — |
| Section Line Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 31 North
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dadeville, AL and Florence, AL.
1
Start on North Broadnax Street
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
North Broadnax Street
2
Turn left
13 mi
·
15 min
3
Continue straight
26 mi
·
30 min
4
Continue straight
43 mi
·
57 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward US 31 North, US 280 West: Birmingham
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
US 31 North, US 280 West: Birmingham
6
Merge slight left onto Red Mountain Expressway
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Red Mountain Expressway
7
Continue on Carraway Boulevard
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Carraway Boulevard
8
Turn left onto Finley Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Finley Boulevard
9
Turn right onto 19th Street North
49 ft
·
1 sec
·
19th Street North
10
Take the ramp straight toward I 65 North
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
I 65 North
11
Merge slight left
48 mi
·
51 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 101.1 miles from Dadeville, AL, or about 1h 44m 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 45 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101.1 miles or 1h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 51m
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 Dadeville, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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 Dadeville, AL
This is one driving day of about 202.3 miles and 3h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Dadeville, 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 101.1 mi from Dadeville, AL · 1h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
101 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 101.1 miles from Dadeville, 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
$30.55 one way
$61.10 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
71 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $33.54 | $67.08 |
| premium | $4.56 | $36.31 | $72.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.67 | $89.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.7 | 0 | $21.24 | $9.71 |
| Efficient EV | 50.6 | 0 | $17.70 | $8.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 80.9 | 1 | $28.32 | $12.95 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Morning in Florence on Thursday
Local time
9:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Birmingham, AL
101 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 29m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Dadeville, AL to Florence, AL covers 202.3 miles and takes about 3h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 31 North, Red Mountain Expressway, Carraway Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 101.1 miles from Dadeville, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.55 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 29m 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 Dadeville, AL to Florence, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Dadeville, AL to Florence, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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