How far is Carbon Hill, AL from Montgomery, AL?
The driving distance from Carbon Hill, AL to Montgomery, AL is about 144.8 miles (233 km), with a travel time of about 02h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 127 miles (204.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 23m 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 02h 11m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Carbon Hill and Montgomery.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carbon Hill and Montgomery.
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Start on Nauvoo Road
1414 ft · 28 sec · Nauvoo Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Northeast 1st Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · Northeast 1st Avenue
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Continue on 1st Avenue North
4.4 mi · 6 min · 1st Avenue North
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Take the ramp slight right toward I-22 East, US 78 East: Birmingham
1993 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
43.8 mi · 47 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 65 South: Birmingham
2657 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
92.7 mi · 1 hr 43 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
3059 ft · 52 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward Court Street, Union Street
909 ft · 24 sec
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Continue on Arba Street
2067 ft · 1 min · Arba Street
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Turn right onto South Decatur Street
141 m · 12 sec · South Decatur Street
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Turn left onto Winnie Street
134 m · 25 sec · Winnie Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Union Street
57 m · 4 sec · South Union Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Union Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Carbon Hill and Montgomery.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 65 South
Merge slight left
92.7 mi · 01h 43m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Carbon Hill and Showers And Thunderstorms near Montgomery.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Carbon Hill to Montgomery?
The road trip is about 144.8 miles (233 km) and usually takes 02h 11m 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?
Pelham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.3 miles from Carbon Hill and 72.5 miles from Montgomery.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 127 miles (204.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.8 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 2:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.35 one way or $38.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Carbon Hill and Showers And Thunderstorms near Montgomery.
Stop Ideas Near Pelham
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 Carbon Hill and Montgomery. Straight-line distance: 127.02 mi (204.42 km).
#1 Carbon Hill
City in Walker County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 1,885 |
| Coordinates | 33.8917700, -87.5261200 |
| Altitude | 146 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Montgomery
The capital of Alabama.
| Population | 196,268 |
| Coordinates | 32.3668100, -86.2999700 |
| Altitude | 73 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Union Street (-86.300031, 32.366809)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 233 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $19.35 | $38.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.76 | $43.53 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.63 | $47.27 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $27.67 | $55.34 |
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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