Origin
Oxford, AL
Evening in Oxford on Wednesday
Local time
8:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oxford, AL to Florence, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 52m
Distance
177.6 mi
286 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 41m
★
6 AM
2h 52m
8 AM
3h 14m
10 AM
3h 0m
12 PM
2h 58m
3 PM
3h 1m
5 PM
3h 13m
8 PM
2h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oxford, AL
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Florence, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Oxford, AL to Florence, AL covers 177.6 miles and takes about 2h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Quintard Drive, I 20 West, AL 79 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.82 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
88.8 miles from Oxford, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 52m drive with frequent turns across 177.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Quintard Drive 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Oxford, AL to Florence, AL is easy. At 2h 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Oxford, AL to Florence, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Quintard Drive | — | — |
| I 20 West | — | — |
| AL 79 | — | — |
| AL 79 North | — | — |
| Tallapoosa Street | — | — |
| Vanderbilt Road | — | — |
| Cedar Street | — | — |
| Erwin Dairy Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Quintard Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oxford, AL and Florence, AL.
1
Start on Snow Street
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Snow Street
2
Turn right onto Quintard Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Quintard Drive
3
Take the exit right toward I 20 West: Birmingham
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 20 West: Birmingham
4
Merge slight left
57 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward AL 79: Tallapoosa Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
AL 79: Tallapoosa Street
6
Keep slight right to continue on AL 79 North: Tallapoosa Street North, Tarrant
325 ft
·
8 sec
·
AL 79 North: Tallapoosa Street North, Tarrant
7
Continue on Tallapoosa Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Tallapoosa Street
8
Continue on Vanderbilt Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Vanderbilt Road
9
Turn left onto Cedar Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Cedar Street
10
At the end of the road, turn right onto Erwin Dairy Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Erwin Dairy Road
11
Continue on 47th Avenue North
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
47th Avenue North
12
Turn sharp right onto Decatur Highway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Decatur Highway
13
Take the ramp slight right toward I 65 North: Huntsville
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
I 65 North: Huntsville
14
Merge slight left
44 mi
·
47 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward AL 157: Cullman, Moulton
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
AL 157: Cullman, Moulton
16
Turn left onto Section Line Road
200 ft
·
4 sec
·
Section Line Road
17
Continue on University of North Alabama Highway
55 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
University of North Alabama Highway
18
Merge slight right onto Wheeler Highway
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Wheeler Highway
19
Turn right onto Woodward Avenue
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Woodward Avenue
20
Take the exit slight right
1.8 mi
·
3 min
21
Turn left onto West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
436 ft
·
16 sec
·
West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
22
Turn right onto South Pine Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
South Pine Street
23
Arrive at your destination
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 88.8 miles from Oxford, AL, or about 1h 26m 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 39 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.8 miles or 1h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Florence, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oxford, 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 Oxford, AL
This is one driving day of about 177.6 miles and 2h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Oxford, 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 88.8 mi from Oxford, AL · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 88.8 miles from Oxford, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Florence, AL
The final approach into 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 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
$26.82 one way
$53.64 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $29.44 | $58.89 |
| premium | $4.56 | $31.88 | $63.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.21 | $78.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.3 | 0 | $18.65 | $8.52 |
| Efficient EV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.54 | $7.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71 | 0 | $24.86 | $11.37 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (66% 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
Florence, AL
Evening in Florence on Wednesday
Local time
8:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Hayden, AL
89 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 52m 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 Oxford, AL to Florence, AL covers 177.6 miles and takes about 2h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Quintard Drive, I 20 West, AL 79. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88.8 miles from Oxford, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.82 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Oxford, AL to Florence, AL is easy. At 2h 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Oxford, AL to Florence, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Oxford, AL to Florence, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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