Drive Time
5h 22m
Distance
358.9 mi
578 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
The drive from Satsuma, AL to Florence, AL covers 358.9 miles and takes about 5h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on AL 157, Section Line Road, University of North Alabama Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $48.75 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
179.4 miles from Satsuma, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 41m into the drive .
Expect a 5h 22m drive with frequent turns across 358.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AL 157 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Section Line Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| University of North Alabama Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wheeler Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Woodward Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Doctor Hicks Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Pine Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Satsuma, AL and Florence, AL.
Start on Railroad Street
Turn right
Take the ramp right
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward AL 157: Cullman, Moulton
Turn left onto Section Line Road
Continue on University of North Alabama Highway
Merge slight right onto Wheeler Highway
Turn right onto Woodward Avenue
Take the exit slight right
Turn left onto West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
Turn right onto South Pine Street
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 179.4 miles or 2h 41m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Florence, AL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Satsuma, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Satsuma, AL
This is one driving day of about 358.9 miles and 5h 22m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 179.4 mi from Satsuma, AL · 2h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
179 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 179.4 miles from Satsuma, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$48.75 one way
$97.50 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.85 | $54.40 | $108.80 |
| premium | $4.15 | $58.64 | $117.28 |
| diesel | $3.75 | $52.99 | $105.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 125.6 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 107.7 | 1 | $37.68 | $17.23 |
| Efficient EV | 89.7 | 1 | $31.40 | $14.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 143.6 | 1 | $50.25 | $22.97 |
Gas CO2
126 kg
EV CO2
42 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Satsuma on Saturday
Local time
8:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Florence on Saturday
Local time
8:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
86°F
Columbiana, AL
179 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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