Origin
East Florence, AL
Morning in East Florence on Saturday
Local time
8:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Florence, AL to Cullman, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
69.2 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Florence, AL
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Cullman, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from East Florence, AL to Cullman, AL covers 69.2 miles and takes about 1h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on University of North Alabama Highway, AL 157, Wheeler Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55.2 miles on University of North Alabama Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.45 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 69.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (11%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 27m drive with frequent turns across 69.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
University of North Alabama Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 55.2 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 32 / Huntsville Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 27m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 32 / Huntsville Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles (AL 157): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.3 miles (US 72 Alternate; AL 20; AL 157 / Wheeler Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 32 / Huntsville Road
Turn right onto CR 32 / Huntsville Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
|
AL 157
Turn left onto AL 157
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
8.3 mi into trip
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~12m in
|
US 72 Alternate; AL 20; AL 157 / Wheeler Highway
Turn left onto US 72 Alternate; AL 20; AL 157 / Wheeler Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
10.6 mi into trip
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~15m in
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AL 157 / University of North Alabama Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto AL 157 / University of North Alabama Highway toward Moulton, Cullman
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward Moulton, Cullman
4
66.8 mi into trip
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~1h 22m in
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US 31 / 2nd Avenue Northwest
Turn right onto US 31 / 2nd Avenue Northwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from East Florence, AL to Cullman, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Moulton along the way.
Moulton
10.6 mi in
|
~15m
|
via AL 157
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| University of North Alabama Highway | 55.2 mi | 1h 5m |
| AL 157 | 7.9 mi | 11m |
| Wheeler Highway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| 2nd Avenue Northwest | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Section Line Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| 2nd Avenue Southwest | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Huntsville Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Midway Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
University of North Alabama Highway
— 55.2 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Florence, AL and Cullman, AL.
1
Start on Midway Street
60 ft
·
2 sec
·
Midway Street
2
Turn right onto CR 32
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Huntsville Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Turn left onto AL 157
7.9 mi
·
11 min
·
AL 157
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left onto US 72 Alternate; AL 20; AL 157
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Wheeler Highway
Use the left lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto AL 157
55 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
University of North Alabama Highway
Toward Moulton, Cullman
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Continue on AL 157
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Section Line Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn right onto US 31
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
2nd Avenue Northwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on US 31
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue Southwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Arrive at destination
US 31; AL 69
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.6 mi from East Florence, AL · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.6 miles from East Florence, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cullman, AL
The final approach into Cullman, AL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.45 one way
$20.90 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.47 | $22.94 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.42 | $24.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.28 | $30.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.27 | $3.32 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.69 | $4.43 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% 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
Cullman, AL
Morning in Cullman on Saturday
Local time
8:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 27m 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 East Florence, AL to Cullman, AL covers 69.2 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are University of North Alabama Highway, AL 157, Wheeler Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.6 miles from East Florence, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.45 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 27m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 32 / Huntsville Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles (AL 157): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.3 miles (US 72 Alternate; AL 20; AL 157 / Wheeler Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from East Florence, AL to Cullman, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Moulton along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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