Origin
Fairfield, AL
Evening in Fairfield on Tuesday
Local time
8:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairfield, AL to East Florence, AL
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
2h 24m
Distance
121.2 mi
195 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 14m
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6 AM
2h 24m
8 AM
2h 44m
10 AM
2h 31m
12 PM
2h 29m
3 PM
2h 32m
5 PM
2h 43m
8 PM
2h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairfield, AL
Taryn Elliott
East Florence, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fairfield, AL to East Florence, AL covers 121.2 miles and takes about 2h 24m 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, I 65, AL 133 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55.4 miles on University of North Alabama Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.30 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
60.6 miles from Fairfield, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Fairfield, AL to East Florence, AL covers 121.2 miles and takes about 2h 24m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 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 55.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near I 20; I 59.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 121.2 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (I 20; I 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 6.1 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.4 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 20; I 59
Merge onto I 20; I 59
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
5.8 mi into trip
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~8m in
Take the exit toward I 65 North: Huntsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 124C
Toward I 65 North: Huntsville
5
6.1 mi into trip
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~8m in
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I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
55.1 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward AL 157: Cullman, Moulton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 310
Toward AL 157: Cullman, Moulton
5
112.9 mi into trip
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~2h 11m in
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AL 133; AL 157
Turn right onto AL 133; AL 157
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / 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 Fairfield, AL to East Florence, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Moulton along the way.
Moulton
55.1 mi in
|
~1h 2m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| University of North Alabama Highway | 55.4 mi | 1h 6m |
| I 65 | 49 mi | 53m |
| AL 133 | 7.9 mi | 11m |
| I 20 | 4.5 mi | 4m |
| Wheeler Highway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Valley Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Huntsville Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Avenue I | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
University of North Alabama Highway
— 55.4 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairfield, AL and East Florence, AL.
1
Start on 52nd Street
165 ft
·
12 sec
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52nd Street
2
Turn left onto Avenue E
366 ft
·
16 sec
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Avenue E
3
Continue on Farrell Avenue
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
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Farrell Avenue
4
Turn right onto Valley Road
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Valley Road
5
Turn slight left onto Avenue I
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Avenue I
6
Turn right
236 ft
·
10 sec
7
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
this road
8
Merge onto I 20; I 59
4.5 mi
·
4 min
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I 20; I 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
149 ft
·
3 sec
Exit 124C
Toward I 65 North: Huntsville
10
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
this road
Exit 124B
Toward I 65 North: Huntsville
11
Merge onto I 65
49 mi
·
53 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 310
Toward AL 157: Cullman, Moulton
13
Turn left onto AL 157
200 ft
·
3 sec
·
Section Line Road
14
Continue on AL 157
55 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
University of North Alabama Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Merge onto US 72 Alternate; AL 20; AL 157
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Wheeler Highway
16
Turn right onto AL 133; AL 157
7.9 mi
·
11 min
·
AL 133; AL 157
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto CR 32
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
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Huntsville Road
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto Midway Street
60 ft
·
2 sec
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Midway Street
19
Arrive at destination
Midway Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 60.6 miles from Fairfield, AL, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.4 miles.
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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.6 miles or 1h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Florence, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fairfield, 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 Fairfield, AL
This is one driving day of about 121.2 miles and 2h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fairfield, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on University of North Alabama Highway for about 55.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.6 mi from Fairfield, AL · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60.6 miles from Fairfield, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Florence, AL
The final approach into East 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 East 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
$18.30 one way
$36.61 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $20.09 | $40.19 |
| premium | $4.56 | $21.75 | $43.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.76 | $53.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.4 | 0 | $12.73 | $5.82 |
| Efficient EV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.61 | $4.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.5 | 0 | $16.97 | $7.76 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
East Florence, AL
Evening in East Florence on Tuesday
Local time
8:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2h 24m 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 Fairfield, AL to East Florence, AL covers 121.2 miles and takes about 2h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are University of North Alabama Highway, I 65, AL 133. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60.6 miles from Fairfield, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.30 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 121.2 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (I 20; I 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 6.1 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Fairfield, AL to East Florence, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Moulton along the way.
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