How far is Alabaster, AL from Pelham, AL?
The driving distance from Alabaster, AL to Pelham, AL is about 138.3 miles (222.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 100.9 miles (162.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alabaster and Pelham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alabaster and Pelham.
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Start on the route
91 m · 24 sec
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Turn right onto 2nd Place Northwest
56 m · 13 sec · 2nd Place Northwest
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Turn left onto 1st Street North
1.2 km · 1 min · 1st Street North
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Turn left onto Industrial Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Industrial Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 9th Street Northwest
1.3 km · 2 min · 9th Street Northwest
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Turn left onto County Road 58
1.3 mi · 3 min · County Road 58
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At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road 17
2919 ft · 1 min · County Road 17
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Continue on County Road 52
4.8 mi · 9 min · County Road 52
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Continue on Morgan Road
2.7 mi · 4 min · Morgan Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 459 South: Tuscaloosa
1250 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left onto John M. Harbert III Freeway
5.8 mi · 6 min · John M. Harbert III Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 20 West, I 59 South: Tuscaloosa
1.2 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left
97 mi · 1 hr 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 17: York
1672 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left
16.2 mi · 23 min
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Turn left onto Short Street
2.8 mi · 7 min · Short Street
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Continue on County Road 15
1.4 mi · 3 min · County Road 15
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Continue on Ward Chapel Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Ward Chapel Road
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Continue on Pine Grove Road
1894 ft · 52 sec · Pine Grove Road
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Turn slight left onto County Road 42
1191 ft · 52 sec · County Road 42
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 42
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alabaster and Pelham.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 20 West
Merge slight left
97 mi · 01h 44m
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.
Sunny leaving Alabaster and Sunny near Pelham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alabaster to Pelham?
The road trip is about 138.3 miles (222.5 km) and usually takes 02h 55m 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?
Moundville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.1 miles from Alabaster and 69.1 miles from Pelham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100.9 miles (162.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.4 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 12:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.48 one way or $36.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Alabaster and Sunny near Pelham.
Stop Ideas Near Moundville
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 Pelham. Straight-line distance: 100.89 mi (162.37 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 Pelham
City in Alabama
| Population | 24,231 |
| Coordinates | 32.2795900, -88.1200200 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pelham (-88.12002, 32.27959)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 222 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 43m |
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 | $18.48 | $36.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $20.78 | $41.57 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $22.57 | $45.14 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $26.43 | $52.85 |
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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