How far is Beehive, AL from Smiths Station, AL?
The driving distance from Beehive, AL to Smiths Station, AL is about 33.6 miles (54 km), with a travel time of about 00h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28 miles (45 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 35m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Beehive and Smiths Station.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beehive and Smiths Station.
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Start on Wire Road
1200 ft · 33 sec · Wire Road
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Turn right onto Huguley Road
2.5 mi · 6 min · Huguley Road
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Continue on Beehive Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Beehive Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Cox Road
2106 ft · 45 sec · Cox Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I-85 North: Atlanta
1623 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
11.8 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 280, US 431: Opelika, Phenix City
1185 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight right
80 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left onto Columbus Parkway
16.9 mi · 20 min · Columbus Parkway
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Turn right onto County Road 298
1791 ft · 51 sec · County Road 298
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 243
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Beehive and Smiths Station.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Columbus Parkway
Merge slight left onto Columbus Parkway
16.9 mi · 00h 20m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Beehive and Mostly Sunny near Smiths Station.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Beehive to Smiths Station?
The road trip is about 33.6 miles (54 km) and usually takes 00h 35m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Opelika is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.8 miles from Beehive and 16.8 miles from Smiths Station.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28 miles (45 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.47 one way or $8.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Beehive and Mostly Sunny near Smiths Station.
Stop Ideas Near Opelika
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 Opelika.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Beehive and Smiths Station. Straight-line distance: 27.94 mi (44.97 km).
#1 Beehive
Beehive is a place in Alabama, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.5537500, -85.5780100 |
| Altitude | 149 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Smiths Station
Town in Lee County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 5,804 |
| Coordinates | 32.5401400, -85.0985500 |
| Altitude | 162 |
| Country | United States |
End: County Road 243 (-85.0984, 32.540282)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 54 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $4.47 | $8.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.03 | $10.05 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.46 | $10.92 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.39 | $12.78 |
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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