Origin
Tuscumbia, AL
Afternoon in Tuscumbia on Wednesday
Local time
12:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tuscumbia, AL to Florence, AL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
12m
Distance
6.2 mi
10 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 11m
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6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 13m
12 PM
0h 13m
3 PM
0h 13m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tuscumbia, AL
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Florence, AL
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Trip Overview
Traveling between Tuscumbia and Florence, Alabama, is a quick 7.1-mile transit that takes roughly 14 minutes. Because the distance is so short, you certainly don't need an overnight stay; this route serves perfectly as a simple day trip within the Southeast region. You will primarily navigate via South Cave Street, South Montgomery Avenue, and East 1st Street. With a fuel cost estimate of just $1, this is an incredibly economical journey. It functions best as a straightforward commute, allowing you to move between these two neighboring cities with minimal planning required.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
3.1 miles from Tuscumbia, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route features zero highway miles. You will be navigating local streets for the entirety of the 14-minute trip, so prepare for frequent turns rather than long, uninterrupted stretches. Because there is no highway share, you should anticipate a slower pace that keeps you engaged with the local infrastructure. The road maintains a consistent, urban feel throughout the entire journey, making it a functional connection between the two Alabama municipalities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Jackson Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 2.9 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
560 ft
412 ft
Total Climb
265 ft
Total Descent
182 ft
Highest Point
560 ft
~3.6 mi in
Elevation Range
148 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 5 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 6th Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 6.2 miles you will encounter 5 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 6th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (South Cave Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles (North Jackson Highway): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East 6th Street
Depart onto East 6th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Cave Street
Turn left onto South Cave Street
Navigation decision point
3
2.8 mi into trip
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~6m in
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North Jackson Highway
Turn left onto North Jackson Highway
Navigation decision point
6
5.9 mi into trip
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~11m in
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West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
Turn left onto West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
6 mi into trip
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~12m in
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South Pine Street
Turn right onto South Pine Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Jackson Highway | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| South Cave Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Montgomery Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East 2nd Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East 1st Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Pine Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Woodward Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East 6th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Jackson Highway
— 2.9 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuscumbia, AL and Florence, AL.
1
Start on East 6th Street
0.2 mi
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41 sec
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East 6th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto South Cave Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Cave Street
3
Continue on South Montgomery Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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South Montgomery Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn slight right
162 ft
·
7 sec
5
Turn slight right onto East 1st Street
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
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East 1st Street
6
Continue on East 2nd Street
0.4 mi
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52 sec
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East 2nd Street
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn left onto North Jackson Highway
1.3 mi
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2 min
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North Jackson Highway
8
Continue on US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20
0.2 mi
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22 sec
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Woodward Avenue
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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North Jackson Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
437 ft
·
15 sec
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West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto South Pine Street
0.2 mi
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34 sec
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South Pine Street
12
Arrive at destination
North Pine Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief 7.1-mile connection, you have total flexibility in your departure time without needing to worry about complex pacing or rest stops. You won't need to plan for any scheduled stops, as the duration is short enough to drive straight through. Keep in mind that because this is a local, turn-heavy route, it is wise to stay alert at intersections rather than settling into a highway rhythm. Budgeting roughly $1 for fuel is more than sufficient for this short distance, allowing you to focus your energy on your destination in Florence rather than on the logistics of the road.
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 3.1 miles from Tuscumbia, AL, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.9 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 6.2 miles or 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.1 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10m
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 Tuscumbia, 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 Tuscumbia, AL
This is one driving day of about 6.2 miles and 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Tuscumbia, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on North Jackson Highway for about 2.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.1 mi from Tuscumbia, AL · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
3 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 6.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.1 miles from Tuscumbia, 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
$0.94 one way
$1.87 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.03 | $2.06 |
| premium | $4.56 | $1.11 | $2.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.37 | $2.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.65 | $0.30 |
| Efficient EV | 1.6 | 0 | $0.54 | $0.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.87 | $0.40 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Afternoon in Florence on Wednesday
Local time
12:47 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
1 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
12m 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 Tuscumbia, AL to Florence, AL covers 6.2 miles and takes about 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Jackson Highway, South Cave Street, South Montgomery Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.1 miles from Tuscumbia, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $0.94 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 6.2 miles you will encounter 5 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 6th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (South Cave Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles (North Jackson Highway): Navigation decision point.
The route from Tuscumbia, AL to Florence, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 412 ft to 560 ft elevation with about 265 ft of total climbing.
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