How far is Montgomery, AL from Carbon Hill, AL?
The driving distance from Montgomery, AL to Carbon Hill, AL is about 144.6 miles (232.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 127 miles (204.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 25m 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 42m.
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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 Montgomery and Carbon Hill.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery and Carbon Hill.
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Start on South Union Street
573 ft · 21 sec · South Union Street
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Turn left onto East South Street
2751 ft · 1 min · East South Street
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Take the ramp straight
828 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
2014 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I-65 North: Birmingham
1759 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
92.5 mi · 1 hr 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 22 West: Memphis
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
41.8 mi · 45 min
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Take the exit slight right
1729 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight right
632 ft · 20 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
2 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
4.4 mi · 6 min
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Continue on Northeast 1st Avenue
2827 ft · 59 sec · Northeast 1st Avenue
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Turn right onto Nauvoo Road
1414 ft · 28 sec · Nauvoo Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Nauvoo Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Montgomery and Carbon Hill.
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 North
Merge slight left
92.5 mi · 01h 42m
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 Montgomery and Showers And Thunderstorms near Carbon Hill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montgomery to Carbon Hill?
The road trip is about 144.6 miles (232.7 km) and usually takes 02h 42m 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 Montgomery and 72.3 miles from Carbon Hill.
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 17.6 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 1:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.31 one way or $38.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Montgomery and Showers And Thunderstorms near Carbon Hill.
Stop Ideas Near Pelham
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 Pelham.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Montgomery and Carbon Hill. Straight-line distance: 127.02 mi (204.42 km).
#1 Montgomery
The capital of Alabama.
| Population | 196,268 |
| Coordinates | 32.3668100, -86.2999700 |
| Altitude | 73 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Carbon Hill
City in Walker County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 1,885 |
| Coordinates | 33.8917700, -87.5261200 |
| Altitude | 146 |
| Country | United States |
End: Carbon Hill (-87.52612, 33.89177)
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 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 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 | $19.31 | $38.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.72 | $43.44 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.59 | $47.18 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $27.62 | $55.23 |
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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