How far is Anniston, AL from Opelika, AL?
The driving distance from Anniston, AL to Opelika, AL is about 94.8 miles (152.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.8 miles (120.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 45m 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 52m.
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
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City in Randolph County, Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Anniston and Opelika.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anniston and Opelika.
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Start on the route
589 ft · 46 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Gurnee Avenue
1190 ft · 42 sec · Gurnee Avenue
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Turn left onto West 10th Street
1373 ft · 39 sec · West 10th Street
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Turn right onto Quintard Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · Quintard Avenue
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Turn left onto Greenbrier Dear Road
2.5 mi · 4 min · Greenbrier Dear Road
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Turn right onto Golden Springs Road
2704 ft · 48 sec · Golden Springs Road
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Continue on Leon Smith Parkway
1.3 km · 2 min · Leon Smith Parkway
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Take the exit left toward I 20 East, US 431 South: Atlanta
3.5 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 431 South
1004 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 431 South
26.5 mi · 36 min
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Continue straight
55.6 mi · 1 hr 17 min
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Take the exit slight right
130 m · 12 sec
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Turn straight onto Samford Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · Samford Avenue
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Turn slight left onto South Railroad Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · South Railroad Avenue
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Turn left onto South 9th Street
920 ft · 42 sec · South 9th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 9th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Anniston and Opelika.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 431 South
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55.6 mi · 01h 17m
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 Anniston and Sunny near Opelika.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Anniston to Opelika?
The road trip is about 94.8 miles (152.6 km) and usually takes 01h 52m 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?
Roanoke is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.7 miles from Anniston and 48.2 miles from Opelika.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.8 miles (120.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 20 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 2:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.69 one way or $25.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Anniston and Sunny near Opelika.
Stop Ideas Near Roanoke
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 Roanoke.
Anniston
Peachtree Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Anniston and Opelika. Straight-line distance: 74.83 mi (120.43 km).
#1 Anniston
County seat of Calhoun County, Alabama, USA
| Population | 21,090 |
| Coordinates | 33.6598300, -85.8316300 |
| Altitude | 219 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Opelika
City in Alabama
| Population | 31,135 |
| Coordinates | 32.6454100, -85.3782800 |
| Altitude | 246 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 9th Street (-85.378252, 32.645431)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 153 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 10m |
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 | $12.69 | $25.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.27 | $28.54 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $15.49 | $30.99 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $18.14 | $36.28 |
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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