How far is Columbiana, AL from Prattville, AL?
The driving distance from Columbiana, AL to Prattville, AL is about 53.5 miles (86.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.1 miles (80.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 53m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Chilton County, Alabama, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbiana and Prattville.
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Start on South Main Street
126 m · 15 sec · South Main Street
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Keep slight left
27 m · 3 sec
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Turn right onto Shelby Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Shelby Road
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Continue on County Road 47
5.2 mi · 9 min · County Road 47
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Turn right onto County Road 99
2.1 mi · 4 min · County Road 99
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Turn right
13.2 mi · 18 min
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Take the ramp left
1226 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
25 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31: Pine Level, Prattville
1251 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right
5.8 mi · 9 min
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Turn right onto Wetumpka Street
2716 ft · 1 min · Wetumpka Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Wetumpka Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Columbiana and Prattville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
County Road 99
Merge slight left
25 mi · 00h 27m
Route Summary
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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 Columbiana and Sunny near Prattville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbiana to Prattville?
The road trip is about 53.5 miles (86.1 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Clanton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.6 miles from Columbiana and 26.9 miles from Prattville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.1 miles (80.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.4 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 4:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.16 one way or $14.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Columbiana and Sunny near Prattville.
Stop Ideas Near Clanton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbiana and Prattville. Straight-line distance: 50.08 mi (80.6 km).
#1 Columbiana
City in Shelby County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 4,682 |
| Coordinates | 33.1781700, -86.6072100 |
| Altitude | 160 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Prattville
City in Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 36,500 |
| Coordinates | 32.4640200, -86.4597000 |
| Altitude | 100 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wetumpka Street (-86.459724, 32.464253)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 86 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $7.16 | $14.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $8.05 | $16.10 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.74 | $17.48 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $10.23 | $20.47 |
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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