How far is Alabaster, AL from Center Point, AL?
The driving distance from Alabaster, AL to Center Point, AL is about 37.8 miles (60.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.8 miles (46.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Neighborhood of Vestavia Hills, Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alabaster and Center Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alabaster and Center Point.
-
1
Start on the route
30 m · 14 sec
-
2
Turn left
54 m · 15 sec
-
3
Turn right onto 1st Street South
1.2 mi · 2 min · 1st Street South
-
4
Take the ramp left toward I-65 North: Birmingham
1613 ft · 41 sec
-
5
Merge slight left
11 mi · 12 min
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 459: Atlanta, Gadsden, Tuscaloosa
1318 ft · 32 sec
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 459 North: Atlanta, Gadsden
1 km · 1 min
-
8
Merge slight left onto John M. Harbert III Freeway
17.1 mi · 18 min · John M. Harbert III Freeway
-
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 59 South: Birmingham
2288 ft · 39 sec
-
10
Merge slight right
2.4 mi · 3 min
-
11
Take the exit slight right toward Center Point, Roebuck Parkway
1117 ft · 27 sec
-
12
Turn right onto Roebuck Parkway
1038 ft · 25 sec · Roebuck Parkway
-
13
Continue on Parkway East
1.7 mi · 3 min · Parkway East
-
14
Continue on Center Point Parkway
2.4 mi · 4 min · Center Point Parkway
-
15
Turn right onto 23rd Avenue Northeast
22 m · 2 sec · 23rd Avenue Northeast
-
16
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 23rd Avenue Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alabaster and Center Point.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
John M. Harbert III Freeway
Merge slight left onto John M. Harbert III Freeway
17.1 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Clear leaving Alabaster and Sunny near Center Point.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alabaster to Center Point?
The road trip is about 37.8 miles (60.8 km) and usually takes 00h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Cahaba Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19 miles from Alabaster and 18.9 miles from Center Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.8 miles (46.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.04 one way or $10.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Alabaster and Sunny near Center Point.
Stop Ideas Near Cahaba Heights
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Cahaba Heights.
Birmingham
Brent, AL
Tuscaloosa
Anniston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alabaster and Center Point. Straight-line distance: 28.77 mi (46.3 km).
#1 Alabaster
Suburb city of Birmingham, located in Shelby County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 33,701 |
| Coordinates | 33.2442800, -86.8163800 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Center Point
City in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 16,864 |
| Coordinates | 33.6456600, -86.6836000 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| Country | United States |
End: Center Point (-86.6836, 33.64566)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 61 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $5.04 | $10.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.66 | $11.33 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.15 | $12.30 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Alabama · Apr 16, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.