Lincoln, AL to Florence, AL is 65.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 32 minutes via US 72, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Alabama, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on highways, making it a simple and efficient way to cover the distance. You'll likely find this route convenient for a quick day trip or as a segment of a larger regional exploration.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33 miles from Lincoln, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 45m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 72
56.9 mi
1h 17m
University Drive Northwest
7.6 mi
11m
East Tennessee Street
0.6 mi
1m
Washington Street Northwest
0.4 mi
<1m
Pratt Avenue Northeast
0.3 mi
<1m
Abingdon Avenue Northwest
<0.1 mi
<1m
North Pine Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 72
— 56.9 mi, about 1h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lincoln, AL and Florence, AL.
1
Start on Abingdon Avenue Northwest
396 ft·22 sec·Abingdon Avenue Northwest
2
Turn left onto Washington Street Northwest
0.4 mi·49 sec·Washington Street Northwest
3
Turn right onto Pratt Avenue Northeast
0.3 mi·36 sec·Pratt Avenue Northeast
4
Continue on University Drive Northwest
7.6 mi·11 min·University Drive Northwest
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 72
49 mi·1 hr 5 min·US 72
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 72
7.8 mi·12 min·US 72
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on East Tennessee Street
0.6 mi·1 min·East Tennessee Street
8
Turn right onto North Pine Street
74 ft·1 sec·North Pine Street
9
Arrive at destination
North Pine Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just over 1.5 hours, this route is ideal for a same-day trip. You can leave Lincoln anytime, but an early start will give you ample time to explore Florence upon arrival. With no designated stops in the data, you have the flexibility to pull over as needed, especially during the 56.9-mile stretch on US 72. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is around $10, and plan your final approach into Florence on University Drive Northwest and East Tennessee Street.
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 33 miles from Lincoln, AL, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.9 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 14 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33 miles or 45m 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 16m
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 Lincoln, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lincoln, AL
This is one driving day of about 65.9 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Lincoln, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 72 for about 56.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 3
3 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 65.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Washington Street Northwest
Turn left onto Washington Street Northwest
Navigation decision point
3
0.5 mi into trip|~1m in|Pratt Avenue Northeast
Turn right onto Pratt Avenue Northeast
Navigation decision point
4
65.9 mi into trip|~1h 32m in|North Pine Street
Turn right onto North Pine Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.95 one way
$19.90 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$10.93
$21.85
premium
$4.56
$11.83
$23.66
diesel
$5.61
$14.55
$29.10
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
19.8
0
$6.92
$3.16
Efficient EV
16.5
0
$5.77
$2.64
EV Truck/SUV
26.4
0
$9.23
$4.22
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 19, 2026
Origin
Lincoln, AL
Late night
in Lincoln on Tuesday
Local time
5:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Florence, AL
Late night
in Florence on Tuesday
Local time
5:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Athens, AL
33 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
1h 32m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 86% of the 65.9 miles on major roads. You'll experience a longest stretch of 56.9 miles on US 72 before transitioning to surface streets like University Drive Northwest and East Tennessee Street as you approach Florence. Expect a fairly continuous flow of traffic and potentially frequent exits for the majority of your travel time.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.9 mi on US 72.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 72 and University Drive Northwest. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Washington Street Northwest.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lincoln, AL to Florence, AL is easy. At 1h 32m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Washington Street Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Pratt Avenue Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 65.9 miles (North Pine Street): Navigation decision point.
The longest stretch is about 56.9 miles on US 72. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Washington Street Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Pratt Avenue Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 65.9 miles (North Pine Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Florence, AL before heading back.
