How far is Chelsea, AL from Opelika, AL?
The driving distance from Chelsea, AL to Opelika, AL is about 94.8 miles (152.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87 miles (140 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 41m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chelsea and Opelika.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chelsea and Opelika.
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Start on Chelsea Road
52 m · 9 sec · Chelsea Road
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Turn right
100 m · 25 sec
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Turn right onto Chelsea Road
1 km · 1 min · Chelsea Road
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Turn right
2.7 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit straight
89.5 mi · 1 hr 49 min
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Turn left onto Pepperell Parkway
1.5 km · 2 min · Pepperell Parkway
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Continue on 2nd Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · 2nd Avenue
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Turn right onto North 10th Street
1793 ft · 50 sec · North 10th Street
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Turn left 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 Chelsea 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.
Chelsea Road
Take the exit straight
89.5 mi · 01h 49m
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 Chelsea and Sunny near Opelika.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chelsea to Opelika?
The road trip is about 94.8 miles (152.6 km) and usually takes 01h 41m 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?
Kellyton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.5 miles from Chelsea and 47.2 miles from Opelika.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87 miles (140 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.8 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 3:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.65 one way or $25.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Chelsea and Sunny near Opelika.
Stop Ideas Near Kellyton
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 Kellyton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chelsea and Opelika. Straight-line distance: 86.99 mi (140 km).
#1 Chelsea
Chelsea is a place in Alabama, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.3401100, -86.6302600 |
| Altitude | 156 |
| 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 |
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| 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 | $12.65 | $25.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.23 | $28.45 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $15.45 | $30.90 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $18.09 | $36.17 |
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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