Origin
Florence, AL
Evening in Florence on Wednesday
Local time
6:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Florence, AL to Lanett, AL
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
5h 7m
Distance
250.9 mi
404 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 54m
★
6 AM
5h 8m
8 AM
5h 35m
10 AM
5h 17m
12 PM
5h 15m
3 PM
5h 19m
5 PM
5h 33m
8 PM
5h 0m
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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Lanett, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Florence, AL to Lanett, AL covers 250.9 miles and takes about 5h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Crest Street, Woodward Avenue, Wheeler Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.89 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
125.4 miles from Florence, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 7m drive with frequent turns across 250.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Crest Street 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 5h 7m 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 Florence, AL to Lanett, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Crest Street | — | — |
| Woodward Avenue | — | — |
| Wheeler Highway | — | — |
| University of North Alabama Highway | — | — |
| I-65 South | — | — |
| Heroes Highway | — | — |
| I 22 West | — | — |
| Montgomery | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Crest Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florence, AL and Lanett, 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
·
Crest Street
3
Turn right
1.5 mi
·
2 min
4
Turn left onto Woodward Avenue
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Woodward Avenue
5
Continue straight
1.0 mi
·
1 min
6
Turn left onto Wheeler Highway
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Wheeler Highway
7
Keep slight right to continue on University of North Alabama Highway
55 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
University of North Alabama Highway
8
Take the exit slight right toward I-65 South: Birmingham
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I-65 South: Birmingham
9
Merge slight left onto Heroes Highway
44 mi
·
46 min
·
Heroes Highway
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
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I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
11
Keep slight left to continue on I 22 West: Memphis
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 22 West: Memphis
12
Keep slight left to continue on Montgomery
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
Montgomery
13
Merge slight left
3.9 mi
·
4 min
14
Take the exit slight left toward I 20 East, I 59 North: Atlanta, Gadsden
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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I 20 East, I 59 North: Atlanta, Gadsden
15
Merge slight right
1.0 mi
·
1 min
16
Take the exit slight right toward US 31, US 280: Carraway Boulevard, Downtown
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
US 31, US 280: Carraway Boulevard, Downtown
17
Keep slight left to continue on US 31 South, US 280 East
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 31 South, US 280 East
18
Merge slight left onto Red Mountain Expressway
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Red Mountain Expressway
19
Take the exit slight right toward US 280 East: Sylacauga, Zoo Gardens
18 mi
·
24 min
·
US 280 East: Sylacauga, Zoo Gardens
20
Take the exit straight
91 mi
·
1 hr 52 min
21
Take the exit left toward I-85 North, US 29 North, US 280 East: Atlanta
20 mi
·
22 min
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I-85 North, US 29 North, US 280 East: Atlanta
22
Take the exit slight right toward US 29: Lannett, Valley
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 29: Lannett, Valley
23
Keep slight left to continue on US 29 North: Lannett
112 ft
·
5 sec
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US 29 North: Lannett
24
Turn left onto Broad Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Broad Avenue
25
Continue on South Gilmer Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Gilmer Avenue
26
Turn left onto 2nd Street South
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
2nd Street South
27
Turn right onto South 4th Avenue
502 ft
·
22 sec
·
South 4th Avenue
28
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 125.4 miles from Florence, AL, or about 2h 33m 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 55 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 125.4 miles or 2h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lanett, 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 250.9 miles and 5h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Florence, 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 125.4 mi from Florence, AL · 2h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
125 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 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 125.4 miles from Florence, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lanett, AL
The final approach into Lanett, 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 Lanett, 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
$37.89 one way
$75.78 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
88 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $41.60 | $83.19 |
| premium | $4.56 | $45.03 | $90.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $55.40 | $110.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 75.3 | 0 | $26.34 | $12.04 |
| Efficient EV | 62.7 | 0 | $21.95 | $10.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 100.4 | 1 | $35.13 | $16.06 |
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Lanett, AL
Evening in Lanett on Wednesday
Local time
6:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
5h 7m 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 Florence, AL to Lanett, AL covers 250.9 miles and takes about 5h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Crest Street, Woodward Avenue, Wheeler Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 125.4 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 $37.89 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 5h 7m 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 Florence, AL to Lanett, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Florence, AL to Lanett, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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