How far is Montgomery, AL from Phil Campbell, AL?
The driving distance from Montgomery, AL to Phil Campbell, AL is about 184.1 miles (296.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 159.3 miles (256.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 36m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Alabama.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Montgomery and Phil Campbell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery and Phil Campbell.
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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
55.6 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight right toward 13: Natural Bridge, Eldridge
1672 ft · 39 sec
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Turn right
9.9 mi · 15 min
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Continue straight
2501 ft · 43 sec
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Continue straight
22.6 mi · 34 min
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Turn left onto McClung Avenue
31 m · 4 sec · McClung Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · McClung Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Montgomery and Phil Campbell.
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 longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Montgomery and Sunny near Phil Campbell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montgomery to Phil Campbell?
The road trip is about 184.1 miles (296.3 km) and usually takes 03h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Birmingham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 92.1 miles from Montgomery and 92 miles from Phil Campbell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 159.3 miles (256.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:46 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.62 one way or $49.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Montgomery and Sunny near Phil Campbell.
Stop Ideas Near Birmingham
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 Birmingham.
Birmingham
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Anniston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Montgomery and Phil Campbell. Straight-line distance: 159.31 mi (256.39 km).
#1 Montgomery
The capital of Alabama.
| Population | 196,268 |
| Coordinates | 32.3668100, -86.2999700 |
| Altitude | 73 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Phil Campbell
Town in Alabama, United States also known as Burchamsville
| Population | 1,072 |
| Coordinates | 34.3509300, -87.7064200 |
| Altitude | 312 |
| Country | United States |
End: Phil Campbell (-87.70642, 34.35093)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 296 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $24.62 | $49.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $27.68 | $55.37 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.06 | $60.13 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $35.20 | $70.40 |
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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