How far is Alexander City, AL from Alabaster, AL?
The driving distance from Alexander City, AL to Alabaster, AL is about 68.5 miles (110.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.1 miles (87 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 46m 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 01h 23m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alexander City and Alabaster.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alexander City and Alabaster.
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Start on Court Square
89 m ยท 15 sec ยท Court Square
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Turn right onto Main Street
75 m ยท 7 sec ยท Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
48 m ยท 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
21 m ยท 1 sec
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Continue on Lee Street
828 ft ยท 19 sec ยท Lee Street
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Turn right onto Broad Street
28 m ยท 10 sec ยท Broad Street
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Turn left onto Washington Street
2811 ft ยท 51 sec ยท Washington Street
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Turn left
74 m ยท 4 sec
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Turn right onto Lee Street
2913 ft ยท 54 sec ยท Lee Street
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Turn right
52.4 mi ยท 1 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight left toward 280: County Road 280
529 ft ยท 18 sec
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Continue on County Road 280
1 mi ยท 3 min ยท County Road 280
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Turn left onto County Road 11
9.9 mi ยท 15 min ยท County Road 11
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Continue on Simmsville Road
1.1 mi ยท 3 min ยท Simmsville Road
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Turn right onto County Road 68
1.3 km ยท 2 min ยท County Road 68
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 1st Street North
1.4 mi ยท 2 min ยท 1st Street North
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Turn right
54 m ยท 18 sec
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Turn right
30 m ยท 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m ยท 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alexander City and Alabaster.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
52.4 mi ยท 01h 05m
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 Alexander City and Sunny near Alabaster.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alexander City to Alabaster?
The road trip is about 68.5 miles (110.3 km) and usually takes 01h 23m 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?
Bon Air is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.1 miles from Alexander City and 34.4 miles from Alabaster.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.1 miles (87 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.4 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 3:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.61 one way or $19.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Alexander City and Sunny near Alabaster.
Stop Ideas Near Bon Air
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 Alexander City and Alabaster. Straight-line distance: 54.07 mi (87.01 km).
#1 Alexander City
City in Tallapoosa County, Alabama, USA
| Population | 14,142 |
| Coordinates | 32.9440100, -85.9538500 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: (-86.816657, 33.244315)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 110 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $3.97 | $9.61 | $19.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.44 | $10.74 | $21.47 |
| Premium | $4.84 | $11.70 | $23.40 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $14.33 | $28.67 |
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 ยท Oct 13, 2026