How far is Alabaster, AL from Center Point, AL?
The driving distance from Alabaster, AL to Center Point, AL is about 153.8 miles (247.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 123 miles (197.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Areas Of Fog then Mostly 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.
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Start on the route
30 m · 14 sec
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Turn left
54 m · 15 sec
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Turn right onto 1st Street South
2035 ft · 36 sec · 1st Street South
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Turn right onto Montevallo Road
9.7 mi · 17 min · Montevallo Road
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Continue on Ashville Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Ashville Road
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Continue on Main Street
3041 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on Selma Road
2079 ft · 42 sec · Selma Road
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Turn right
20.2 mi · 28 min
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Turn slight right
1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Main Street
2.9 mi · 5 min · Main Street
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Turn left
21 mi · 29 min
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Continue straight
62.7 mi · 1 hr 32 min
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Continue straight
16.4 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right
54 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto Cobb Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · Cobb Street
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Turn right
9.5 mi · 11 min
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Turn right onto Center Point Road
4.8 mi · 12 min · Center Point Road
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Turn left
1.6 km · 2 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alabaster and Center Point.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Main Street
Continue straight
62.7 mi · 01h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Clear leaving Alabaster and Areas Of Fog then Mostly 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 153.8 miles (247.5 km) and usually takes 03h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Brookwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77 miles from Alabaster and 76.9 miles from Center Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 123 miles (197.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:30 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.56 one way or $41.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Alabaster and Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny near Center Point.
Stop Ideas Near Brookwood
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alabaster and Center Point. Straight-line distance: 122.95 mi (197.87 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 Clarke County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 15,815 |
| Coordinates | 31.7884900, -88.0300100 |
| Altitude | 81 |
| Country | United States |
End: Center Point (-88.03001, 31.78849)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 248 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $20.56 | $41.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.13 | $46.25 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $25.11 | $50.23 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $29.40 | $58.81 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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