How far is Calera, AL from Opelika, AL?
The driving distance from Calera, AL to Opelika, AL is about 120.4 miles (193.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 85.8 miles (138.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 41m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 50m.
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 Calera and Opelika.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Calera and Opelika.
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Start on the route
62 m · 11 sec
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Continue on 16th Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · 16th Avenue
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Take the ramp right
1662 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
56.7 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I-85 North: Atlanta
120 m · 10 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 85 North: Atlanta
1040 ft · 25 sec
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Continue straight
60.9 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 51, AL 169: Opelika, Hurtsboro
1002 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on AL 51 North: Opelika
49 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto Marvyn Parkway
159 m · 12 sec · Marvyn Parkway
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Continue on Geneva Street
1 km · 1 min · Geneva Street
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Continue on South 10th Street
1560 ft · 42 sec · South 10th Street
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Turn right onto Avenue B
142 m · 23 sec · Avenue B
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Turn right onto South 9th Street
25 m · 4 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 Calera and Opelika.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 85 North
Continue straight
60.9 mi · 01h 07m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Calera and Mostly Sunny near Opelika.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Calera to Opelika?
The road trip is about 120.4 miles (193.8 km) and usually takes 01h 50m 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 60.1 miles from Calera and 60.3 miles from Opelika.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 85.8 miles (138.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.09 one way or $32.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Calera and Mostly Sunny near Opelika.
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 Calera and Opelika. Straight-line distance: 85.84 mi (138.15 km).
#1 Calera
City in Shelby County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 15,248 |
| Coordinates | 33.1029000, -86.7536000 |
| Altitude | 154 |
| 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: 194 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
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 | $16.09 | $32.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $18.10 | $36.20 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $19.66 | $39.31 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $23.01 | $46.03 |
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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