How far is Cromwell, AL from Pelham, AL?
The driving distance from Cromwell, AL to Pelham, AL is about 14.2 miles (22.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.7 miles (15.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 48m 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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Halfway Point
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Settlement in Choctaw County, Alabama
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cromwell and Pelham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cromwell and Pelham.
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Start on County Road 7
1.5 km · 4 min · County Road 7
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At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road 32
6.8 mi · 17 min · County Road 32
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Turn sharp left
2.7 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto Ward Chapel Road
2.4 mi · 9 min · Ward Chapel Road
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Continue on Ward Chapel Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Ward Chapel Road
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Continue on Pine Grove Road
1894 ft · 52 sec · Pine Grove Road
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Turn slight left onto County Road 42
1191 ft · 52 sec · County Road 42
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 42
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cromwell and Pelham.
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.
County Road 32
At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road 32
6.82 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Sunny leaving Cromwell and Sunny near Pelham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cromwell to Pelham?
The road trip is about 14.2 miles (22.9 km) and usually takes 00h 24m 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?
Pennington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.1 miles from Cromwell and 7.1 miles from Pelham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.7 miles (15.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.5 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 7:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.89 one way or $3.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Cromwell and Sunny near Pelham.
Stop Ideas Near Pennington
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 Pennington.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cromwell and Pelham. Straight-line distance: 9.69 mi (15.59 km).
#1 Cromwell
Cromwell is a place in Alabama, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.2287500, -88.2744700 |
| Altitude | 50 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pelham
City in Alabama
| Population | 24,231 |
| Coordinates | 32.2795900, -88.1200200 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
End: County Road 42 (-88.120018, 32.279732)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 23 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $1.89 | $3.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $2.13 | $4.26 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $2.31 | $4.63 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $2.71 | $5.42 |
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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