How far is Enterprise, AL from Opelika, AL?
The driving distance from Enterprise, AL to Opelika, AL is about 114.6 miles (184.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 96.1 miles (154.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 21m 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 02h 10m.
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 Enterprise and Opelika.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enterprise and Opelika.
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Start on West Lee Street
47 m · 14 sec · West Lee Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Boll Weevil Circle
1708 ft · 37 sec · Boll Weevil Circle
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Turn left onto Neal Metcalf Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Neal Metcalf Road
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Continue on Neil Metcalf Road
22.8 mi · 34 min · Neil Metcalf Road
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Turn slight left
7.6 mi · 11 min
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Turn left
3183 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
859 ft · 15 sec
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
3.4 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
32.7 mi · 38 min
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Turn right onto Taylor Road
4.8 mi · 7 min · Taylor Road
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Take the ramp right toward I-85 East, US 80 East: Atlanta
1302 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
51.6 mi · 55 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 Enterprise 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 East
Merge slight left
51.6 mi · 00h 55m
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 Enterprise and Sunny near Opelika.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Enterprise to Opelika?
The road trip is about 114.6 miles (184.5 km) and usually takes 02h 10m 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?
Pike Road is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.9 miles from Enterprise and 48.7 miles from Opelika.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 96.1 miles (154.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.30 one way or $30.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Enterprise and Sunny near Opelika.
Stop Ideas Near Pike Road
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 Pike Road.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Enterprise and Opelika. Straight-line distance: 96.06 mi (154.6 km).
#1 Enterprise
City in Coffee County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 26,562 |
| Coordinates | 31.3151700, -85.8552200 |
| Altitude | 108 |
| 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: 184 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
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 | $15.30 | $30.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $17.21 | $34.41 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $18.69 | $37.37 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $21.88 | $43.75 |
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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