Origin
Florence, AL
Night in Florence on Tuesday
Local time
9:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Florence, AL to Kansas, AL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
74.3 mi
120 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 37m
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6 AM
1h 45m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Florence, AL
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Kansas, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Florence, AL to Kansas, AL covers 74.3 miles and takes about 1h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 43, AL 13, AL 118 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 53.2 miles on US 43. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.22 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
37.1 miles from Florence, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 45m highway drive covering 74.3 miles, with most of the trip on US 43 and AL 13. The longest continuous stretch is about 53.2 miles on US 43.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 43 is the longest continuous segment at about 53.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 43 and AL 13. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Crest Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Florence, AL to Kansas, AL is easy. At 1h 45m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Crest Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20 / Woodward Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Crest Street
Turn left onto Crest Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17
Turn right onto US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17
Navigation decision point
4
2 mi into trip
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~4m in
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US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20 / Woodward Avenue
Turn left onto US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20 / Woodward Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
57.5 mi into trip
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~1h 19m in
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AL 13
Turn left onto AL 13
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
69.5 mi into trip
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~1h 37m in
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AL 118
Turn left onto AL 118
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 43 | 53.2 mi | 1h 11m |
| AL 13 | 12.5 mi | 18m |
| AL 118 | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Woodward Avenue | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| North Pine Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Rutledge Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Crest Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Oak Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
US 43
— 53.2 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florence, AL and Kansas, AL.
1
Start on North Pine Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Pine Street
2
Turn left onto Crest Street
131 ft
·
11 sec
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Crest Street
3
Turn right onto US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17
4
Turn left onto US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Woodward Avenue
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 43; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20
51 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
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US 43; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the ramp onto AL 13
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
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AL 13
8
Turn left onto AL 13
12 mi
·
17 min
·
AL 13
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto AL 118
4.5 mi
·
6 min
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AL 118
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto Rutledge Street
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
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Rutledge Street
11
Arrive at destination
South Oak Avenue
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 37.1 miles from Florence, AL, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.2 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 74.3 miles or 1h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.1 miles or 52m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kansas, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Florence, 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 Florence, AL
This is one driving day of about 74.3 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Florence, 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 US 43 for about 53.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.1 mi from Florence, AL · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 74.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.1 miles from Florence, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kansas, AL
The final approach into Kansas, 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 Kansas, 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
$11.22 one way
$22.44 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $12.32 | $24.64 |
| premium | $4.56 | $13.34 | $26.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.40 | $32.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.80 | $3.57 |
| Efficient EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.40 | $4.76 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Kansas, AL
Night in Kansas on Tuesday
Local time
9:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Bear Creek, AL
37 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
1h 45m 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 Florence, AL to Kansas, AL covers 74.3 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 43, AL 13, AL 118. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.1 miles from Florence, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.22 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.
The drive from Florence, AL to Kansas, AL is easy. At 1h 45m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Crest Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20 / Woodward Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Florence, AL to Kansas, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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