How far is Montgomery, AL from Perryville, AL?
The driving distance from Montgomery, AL to Perryville, AL is about 68.2 miles (109.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.5 miles (81.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 59m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 29m.
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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 Perryville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery and Perryville.
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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 left to continue on I 65 South: Mobile, Day Street
922 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I-65 South: Mobile
1236 ft · 21 sec
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Continue on I 65 South: Mobile
603 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left
3.6 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Selma
46.3 mi · 57 min
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Turn left onto Highland Avenue
2.1 mi · 4 min · Highland Avenue
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Turn right
2.9 mi · 4 min
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Turn right
10.7 mi · 15 min
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Turn left onto County Road 30
1.5 km · 2 min · County Road 30
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 30
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Montgomery and Perryville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Selma
Take the exit slight right toward Selma
46.3 mi · 00h 57m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montgomery to Perryville?
The road trip is about 68.2 miles (109.8 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Benton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.1 miles from Montgomery and 34.1 miles from Perryville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.5 miles (81.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.7 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 3:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.13 one way or $18.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Montgomery and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Perryville.
Stop Ideas Near Benton
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 Benton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Montgomery and Perryville. Straight-line distance: 50.49 mi (81.26 km).
#1 Montgomery
The capital of Alabama.
| Population | 196,268 |
| Coordinates | 32.3668100, -86.2999700 |
| Altitude | 73 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Perryville
City in Perry County, Arkansas
| Population | 1,460 |
| Coordinates | 32.6168000, -87.1141600 |
| Altitude | 120 |
| Country | United States |
End: Perryville (-87.11416, 32.6168)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 110 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $9.13 | $18.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.26 | $20.53 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $11.15 | $22.29 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $13.05 | $26.10 |
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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