How far is Andalusia, AL from Alabaster, AL?
The driving distance from Andalusia, AL to Alabaster, AL is about 158.1 miles (254.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 135.2 miles (217.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 43m 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. 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 21m.
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.
The capital of Alabama.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Andalusia and Alabaster.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Andalusia and Alabaster.
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Start on Court Square
57 m · 6 sec · Court Square
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Exit the roundabout onto Church Street
1420 ft · 31 sec · Church Street
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Turn right onto River Falls Street
2301 ft · 1 min · River Falls Street
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Continue on River Falls Road
573 ft · 16 sec · River Falls Road
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Continue on River Falls Street
1808 ft · 50 sec · River Falls Street
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Continue on River Falls Street
529 ft · 21 sec · River Falls Street
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Continue on River Falls Street
3.8 mi · 6 min · River Falls Street
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Turn right
17.9 mi · 21 min
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Continue on Mobile Road
9.3 mi · 11 min · Mobile Road
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Take the ramp right
1486 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
123.6 mi · 2 hr 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31, AL 3: Alabaster, Saginaw
1669 ft · 43 sec
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Turn slight left onto 1st Street South
1.2 mi · 2 min · 1st Street South
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Turn left
54 m · 18 sec
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Turn right
30 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Andalusia 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.
Mobile Road
Merge slight left
124 mi · 02h 14m
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 Andalusia and Sunny near Alabaster.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Andalusia to Alabaster?
The road trip is about 158.1 miles (254.5 km) and usually takes 02h 21m 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?
Montgomery is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79 miles from Andalusia and 79.2 miles from Alabaster.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 135.2 miles (217.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.9 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 1:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.06 one way or $44.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Andalusia and Sunny near Alabaster.
Stop Ideas Near Montgomery
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 Montgomery.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Andalusia and Alabaster. Straight-line distance: 135.19 mi (217.57 km).
#1 Andalusia
City in Covington County, Alabama, USA
| Population | 8,677 |
| Coordinates | 31.3080800, -86.4824300 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| 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: 255 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 58m |
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 | $3.95 | $22.06 | $44.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $24.71 | $49.43 |
| Premium | $4.84 | $26.98 | $53.96 |
| Diesel | $5.93 | $33.11 | $66.22 |
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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