Origin
Jasper, AL
Evening in Jasper on Thursday
Local time
5:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jasper, AL to East Florence, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 4m
Distance
85.9 mi
138 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 56m
★
6 AM
2h 5m
8 AM
2h 22m
10 AM
2h 11m
12 PM
2h 9m
3 PM
2h 12m
5 PM
2h 22m
8 PM
1h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jasper, AL
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East Florence, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Jasper, AL to East Florence, AL covers 85.9 miles and takes about 2h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on AL 13, State Route 5, US 43 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55 miles on AL 13. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.97 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.
Midpoint
42.9 miles from Jasper, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 85.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 4m highway drive covering 85.9 miles, with most of the trip on AL 13 and State Route 5. The longest continuous stretch is about 55 miles on AL 13.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
AL 13 is the longest continuous segment at about 55 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AL 13 and State Route 5. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near AL 5; AL 69.
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 2h 4m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (AL 5; AL 69): Lane positioning matters here; at 82.3 miles (US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 84 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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AL 5; AL 69
At end of road, turn left onto AL 5; AL 69
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
82.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
|
US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20
Take the exit onto US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
84 mi into trip
|
~2h in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
85 mi into trip
|
~2h 2m in
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South Royal Avenue
Turn left onto South Royal Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
85.2 mi into trip
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~2h 3m in
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Huntsville Road
Enter roundabout onto Huntsville Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AL 13 | 55 mi | 1h 15m |
| State Route 5 | 25.5 mi | 37m |
| US 43 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| 3rd Avenue | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Veterans Drive | 1 mi | 2m |
| Huntsville Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| AL 5 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Royal Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AL 13
— 55 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jasper, AL and East Florence, AL.
1
Start on 3rd Avenue
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
3rd Avenue
2
At end of road, turn left onto AL 5; AL 69
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
AL 5; AL 69
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn right onto AL 5
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
State Route 5
4
Continue on AL 5
25 mi
·
37 min
·
State Route 5
5
Continue on AL 13
55 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
AL 13
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit onto US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20
Use the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit
176 ft
·
5 sec
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn right onto Veterans Drive
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Veterans Drive
9
Turn left onto South Royal Avenue
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
South Royal Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Enter roundabout onto Huntsville Road
12 ft
·
0 sec
·
Huntsville Road
11
Continue on Huntsville Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Huntsville Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn left onto Midway Street
60 ft
·
2 sec
·
Midway Street
13
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 42.9 miles from Jasper, AL, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55 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 19 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.9 miles or 1h 3m 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 44m
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 Jasper, 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 Jasper, AL
This is one driving day of about 85.9 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Jasper, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on AL 13 for about 55 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.9 mi from Jasper, AL · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.9 miles from Jasper, 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
$12.97 one way
$25.95 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $14.24 | $28.48 |
| premium | $4.56 | $15.42 | $30.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.97 | $37.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.02 | $4.12 |
| Efficient EV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.52 | $3.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.4 | 0 | $12.03 | $5.50 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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 Thursday
Local time
5:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
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43 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
2h 4m 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 Jasper, AL to East Florence, AL covers 85.9 miles and takes about 2h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are AL 13, State Route 5, US 43. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.9 miles from Jasper, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.97 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 2h 4m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (AL 5; AL 69): Lane positioning matters here; at 82.3 miles (US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 84 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Jasper, AL to East Florence, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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