Origin
Semmes, AL
Night in Semmes on Wednesday
Local time
11:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Semmes, AL to Florence, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 53m
Distance
348.3 mi
560 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 40m
★
6 AM
5h 54m
8 AM
6h 20m
10 AM
6h 3m
12 PM
6h 0m
3 PM
6h 4m
5 PM
6h 18m
8 PM
5h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Semmes, AL
MAMADO CONF
Florence, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Semmes, AL to Florence, AL covers 348.3 miles and takes about 5h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Moffett Road, Schillinger Road North, Newburn Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $52.60 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
174.1 miles from Semmes, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 53m drive with frequent turns across 348.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 44 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Moffett Road 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 53m 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 Semmes, AL to Florence, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Moffett Road | — | — |
| Schillinger Road North | — | — |
| Newburn Road | — | — |
| Industrial Parkway | — | — |
| US 45 North | — | — |
| Plymouth Bluff Access Road | — | — |
| US 82 East | — | — |
| Military Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Moffett Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Semmes, AL and Florence, AL.
1
Start on the route
118 ft
·
12 sec
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn right
131 ft
·
6 sec
3
Turn right onto Moffett Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Moffett Road
4
Turn sharp left onto Schillinger Road North
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Schillinger Road North
5
Continue on Newburn Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Newburn Road
6
Turn right onto Industrial Parkway
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Industrial Parkway
7
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
8
Keep slight left
167 ft
·
12 sec
9
Turn left
68 mi
·
1 hr 18 min
10
Continue straight
0.9 mi
·
1 min
11
Continue straight
6.1 mi
·
7 min
12
Continue straight
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
13
Continue straight
1.7 mi
·
1 min
14
Continue straight
1.8 mi
·
2 min
15
Continue straight
6.3 mi
·
7 min
16
Continue straight
5.6 mi
·
6 min
17
Continue straight
3.5 mi
·
4 min
18
Continue straight
4.7 mi
·
5 min
19
Continue straight
5.3 mi
·
6 min
20
Continue straight
3.7 mi
·
4 min
21
Continue straight
1.3 mi
·
1 min
22
Continue straight
79 mi
·
1 hr 30 min
23
Keep slight right to continue on US 45 North: Columbus, Aberdeen
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
US 45 North: Columbus, Aberdeen
24
Continue straight
14 mi
·
16 min
25
Continue on Plymouth Bluff Access Road
312 ft
·
6 sec
·
Plymouth Bluff Access Road
26
Take the exit right toward US 82 East, US 45 North, MS 12 East: Columbus
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
US 82 East, US 45 North, MS 12 East: Columbus
27
Take the exit slight right
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
28
Keep slight left
121 ft
·
4 sec
29
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Military Road
157 ft
·
3 sec
·
Military Road
30
Exit the roundabout onto Military Road
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Military Road
31
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Military Road
95 ft
·
2 sec
·
Military Road
32
Exit the roundabout onto Military Road
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Military Road
33
At the end of the road, turn left onto Military Road
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Military Road
34
Continue straight
9.8 mi
·
14 min
35
Turn left onto Pond Street
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Pond Street
36
Continue straight
24 mi
·
33 min
37
At the end of the road, turn left onto Military Street South
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Military Street South
38
Continue straight
18 mi
·
20 min
39
At the end of the road, turn left onto Andrew Jackson Highway
13 mi
·
16 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
40
Continue on George Wallace Highway
15 mi
·
19 min
·
George Wallace Highway
41
Take the exit slight right
1.8 mi
·
3 min
42
Turn left onto West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
436 ft
·
16 sec
·
West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
43
Turn right onto South Pine Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
South Pine Street
44
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 174.1 miles from Semmes, AL, or about 2h 56m 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 77 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 174.1 miles or 2h 56m 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Florence, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Semmes, 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 Semmes, AL
This is one driving day of about 348.3 miles and 5h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 miles from Semmes, 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 174.1 mi from Semmes, AL · 2h 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
174 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 77 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 174.1 miles from Semmes, 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
$52.60 one way
$105.20 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
122 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $57.74 | $115.49 |
| premium | $4.56 | $62.52 | $125.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $76.90 | $153.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 121.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 104.5 | 1 | $36.57 | $16.72 |
| Efficient EV | 87.1 | 0 | $30.48 | $13.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 139.3 | 1 | $48.76 | $22.29 |
Gas CO2
122 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Florence, AL
Night in Florence on Wednesday
Local time
11:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Columbus, MS
174 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
6 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 53m 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 Semmes, AL to Florence, AL covers 348.3 miles and takes about 5h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Moffett Road, Schillinger Road North, Newburn Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 174.1 miles from Semmes, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $52.60 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 53m 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 Semmes, AL to Florence, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Semmes, AL to Florence, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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