Tillmans Corner to Florence is 379.5 miles and takes about 7h 8m via I 65, with a fuel budget near $56 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Alabama, traversing the Southeast region. The drive is predominantly on the interstate, making it a straightforward, mostly highway cruise. With just two recommended stops, it's manageable for a single day, but remember to factor in time for those breaks. It's a practical option if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
189.8 miles from Tillmans Corner, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 30m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
307.8 mi
5h 35m
University of North Alabama Highway
55.4 mi
1h 6m
Government Boulevard
5 mi
8m
Woodward Avenue
4.2 mi
7m
Wheeler Highway
4.2 mi
5m
US 43
1.8 mi
3m
South Pine Street
0.2 mi
<1m
West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 307.8 mi, about 5h 35m
Traffic on I-65
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 82 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,661 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,049
Quietest
1 AM
~157 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
10.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tillmans Corner, AL and Florence, AL.
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Start on this road
25 ft·2 sec·this road
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Turn right
43 ft·8 sec
3
Turn left
74 ft·5 sec
4
Turn slight right
143 ft·17 sec
5
Turn left onto Three Notch-Kroner Road
159 ft·6 sec·Three Notch-Kroner Road
6
Continue on Three Notch-Kroner Road
58 ft·8 sec·Three Notch-Kroner Road
7
Turn left onto US 90
5.0 mi·8 min·Government Boulevard
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·52 sec
9
Merge onto I 65
308 mi·5 hr 35 min·I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Exit 310Toward AL 157: Cullman, Moulton
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Turn left onto AL 157
200 ft·3 sec·Section Line Road
12
Continue on AL 157
55 mi·1 hr 6 min·University of North Alabama Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Merge onto US 72 Alternate; AL 20; AL 157
4.2 mi·5 min·Wheeler Highway
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto US 43; US 72; AL 13; AL 17
4.2 mi·7 min·Woodward Avenue
Use the straight lane.
15
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.
16
Turn left onto West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
437 ft·15 sec·West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto South Pine Street
0.2 mi·34 sec·South Pine Street
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Arrive at destination
North Pine Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7-hour drive, aim to depart in the morning to ensure you have plenty of daylight. With only two stops planned, consider taking your first break around the halfway point to stretch and refuel. The longest stretch on I 65 is over 300 miles, so be mindful of when you last filled up before embarking on that segment. The estimated fuel cost of $56 is a good starting point for budgeting, but always check current prices. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility to adjust your stop times as needed.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 189.8 miles from Tillmans Corner, AL, or about 3h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 307.8 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 83 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 189.8 miles or 3h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 52m
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 Tillmans Corner, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Tillmans Corner, AL
This is one driving day of about 379.5 miles and 7h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 83 miles from Tillmans Corner, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 307.8 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
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 379.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Three Notch-Kroner Road
Turn left onto Three Notch-Kroner Road
Navigation decision point
5
5.6 mi into trip|~9m in|I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
313.3 mi into trip|~5h 45m in
Take the exit toward AL 157: Cullman, Moulton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 310
Toward AL 157: Cullman, Moulton
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379.2 mi into trip|~7h 7m in|West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
Turn left onto West Doctor Hicks Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$52.68 one way
$105.36 round trip
$3.53/gal25.4 MPG avg133 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.95
$58.94
$117.88
premium
$4.29
$64.08
$128.16
diesel
$4.80
$71.66
$143.31
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: 132.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
113.9
1
$39.85
$18.22
Efficient EV
94.9
1
$33.21
$15.18
EV Truck/SUV
151.8
1
$53.13
$24.29
Gas CO2
133 kg
EV CO2
44 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.
Forecast as of Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Tillmans Corner, AL
Evening
in Tillmans Corner on Saturday
Local time
8:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Mostly Clear
W 5 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Florence, AL
Evening
in Florence on Saturday
Local time
8:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Patchy Fog
0 mph5% chanceLive forecast
94°F
Helena, AL
190 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
3 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
7h 8m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument
National Monument
In 1963, images of snarling police dogs unleashed against non-violent protesters and of children being sprayed with high-pressure hoses appeared in print and television news around the world. These dr...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 261.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 82% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on the interstate. The longest stretch without a significant road change is 307.8 miles on I 65. You'll notice the transition from highway to surface roads as you approach Florence, with University of North Alabama Highway and Government Boulevard indicating the end of the interstate segment. Expect consistent cruising with fewer exits for a significant portion of the drive.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 307.8 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and University of North Alabama Highway. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort5/10
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 379.5 miles you will encounter 12 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: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Three Notch-Kroner Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
701 ft20 ft
Total Climb
1,297 ft
Total Descent
826 ft
Highest Point
701 ft
~325.3 mi in
Elevation Range
681 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Tillmans Corner, AL to Florence, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Moulton along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 8m. Total distance: 379.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 8m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 307.8 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 28 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Florence, AL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. There are 28 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Three Notch-Kroner Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.1 hours each way, a round trip means 14.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Florence, AL before the return drive.
