Origin
Moulton, AL
Late night in Moulton on Tuesday
Local time
3:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moulton, AL to Florence, AL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
34.8 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moulton, AL
Wolfgang Weiser
Florence, AL
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Trip Overview
This 34.8-mile drive from Moulton, Alabama, to Florence, Alabama, is a quick, 45-minute excursion perfect for a single day trip. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $5, it's an economical choice for exploring the Southeast region. The route primarily utilizes local roads like University of North Alabama Highway, Woodward Avenue, and Wheeler Highway, suggesting a more connected-to-the-ground experience rather than a high-speed interstate journey. Given its short duration and local road focus, this trip is best enjoyed without an overnight stay, allowing for maximum flexibility.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| University of North Alabama Highway | 21.8 mi | 25m |
| Woodward Avenue | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Wheeler Highway | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| Market Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| US 43 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| South Pine Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Doctor Hicks Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Court Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
University of North Alabama Highway
— 21.8 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moulton, AL and Florence, AL.
1
Start on Big Nance Street
144 ft
·
8 sec
·
Big Nance Street
2
Turn right onto Court Street
347 ft
·
14 sec
·
Court Street
3
Turn left onto AL 33
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Market Street
4
Turn left onto AL 157
22 mi
·
25 min
·
University of North Alabama Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Merge onto US 72 Alternate; AL 20; AL 157
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Wheeler Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn right onto US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Woodward Avenue
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit onto US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn left onto West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
437 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto South Pine Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
South Pine Street
10
Arrive at destination
North Pine Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.4 miles from Moulton, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 34.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Court Street
Turn right onto Court Street
Navigation decision point
5
24.2 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
US 72 Alternate; AL 20; AL 157 / Wheeler Highway
Merge onto US 72 Alternate; AL 20; AL 157 / Wheeler Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
28.4 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17 / Woodward Avenue
Turn right onto US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17 / Woodward Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
32.7 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20
Take the exit onto US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17; AL 20
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
34.5 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
Turn left onto West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.26 one way
$10.51 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.77 | $11.54 |
| premium | $4.56 | $6.25 | $12.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.68 | $15.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.65 | $1.67 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
Late night in Florence on Tuesday
Local time
3:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
45m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only a 5% share of highway miles. The majority of your travel will be on roads like University of North Alabama Highway, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch at 21.8 miles. This suggests a journey that winds through communities and varied landscapes rather than a straight shot. The profile indicates a driving experience characterized by frequent turns and a closer connection to the local environment, making it a dynamic rather than monotonous trip.
Only 5% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.8 mi on University of North Alabama Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Court Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 34.8 miles you will encounter 8 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 (Court Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.2 miles (US 72 Alternate; AL 20; AL 157 / Wheeler Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.4 miles (US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17 / Woodward Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Moulton, AL
Full guide →Founded 1819
Top landmarks
- • Ice House — building in Moulton, Alabama
- • Moulton Courthouse Square Historic District — Moulton, AL, listed on the NRHP in Alabama
Arriving in Florence, AL
Full guide →Founded 1826
Florence is a city in northwest Alabama near Mississippi and Tennessee.
Top landmarks
- • Rosenbaum House — historic house in Alabama, United States
- • Sweetwater Mansion — plantation house in Florence, Alabama, United States
- • Sannoner Historic District — historic district in Florence, Alabama, United States
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 34.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (5%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.8 miles on University of North Alabama Highway. 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: near the start (Court Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.2 miles (US 72 Alternate; AL 20; AL 157 / Wheeler Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.4 miles (US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17 / Woodward Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Florence, AL before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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