How far is Montgomery, AL from Coaling, AL?
The driving distance from Montgomery, AL to Coaling, AL is about 94.7 miles (152.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 81.6 miles (131.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 32m 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 16m.
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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Montgomery and Coaling.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery and Coaling.
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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
7.3 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 82: Millbrook, Prattville
1671 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto Cobbs Ford Road
1.5 km · 1 min · Cobbs Ford Road
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Turn left
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
72.3 mi · 1 hr 35 min
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Turn right onto Hagler Coaling Road
10 mi · 24 min · Hagler Coaling Road
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Turn left
97 m · 18 sec
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Turn left onto Fikes Road
15 m · 2 sec · Fikes Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Fikes Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Montgomery and Coaling.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Cobbs Ford Road
Continue straight
72.3 mi · 01h 35m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Montgomery and Chance Rain Showers near Coaling.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montgomery to Coaling?
The road trip is about 94.7 miles (152.4 km) and usually takes 02h 16m 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?
Maplesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.3 miles from Montgomery and 47.3 miles from Coaling.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 81.6 miles (131.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.1 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 1:58 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 Chance Rain Showers around Montgomery and Chance Rain Showers near Coaling.
Stop Ideas Near Maplesville
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 Maplesville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Montgomery and Coaling. Straight-line distance: 81.57 mi (131.27 km).
#1 Montgomery
The capital of Alabama.
| Population | 196,268 |
| Coordinates | 32.3668100, -86.2999700 |
| Altitude | 73 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Coaling
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,633 |
| Coordinates | 33.1590100, -87.3408300 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
End: Coaling (-87.34083, 33.15901)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 152 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 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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