How far is Oneonta, AL from Montgomery, AL?
The driving distance from Oneonta, AL to Montgomery, AL is about 131.9 miles (212.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 109.7 miles (176.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 08m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Suburb city of Birmingham, located in Shelby County, Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oneonta and Montgomery.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oneonta and Montgomery.
-
1
Start on 5th Street North
16 m · 6 sec · 5th Street North
-
2
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue East
55 m · 8 sec · 2nd Avenue East
-
3
Turn right onto 6th Street South
14 mi · 21 min · 6th Street South
-
4
Take the ramp right
1142 ft · 28 sec
-
5
Merge slight left
28.7 mi · 31 min
-
6
Take the exit slight left toward I 459 South: Tuscaloosa, Montgomery
2436 ft · 42 sec
-
7
Continue on John M. Harbert III Freeway
17 mi · 18 min · John M. Harbert III Freeway
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 65: Birmingham, Montgomery
979 ft · 24 sec
-
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 65 South: Montgomery
1.5 km · 2 min
-
10
Merge slight left
78.2 mi · 1 hr 25 min
-
11
Take the exit slight right toward I-85 North: Atlanta
120 m · 10 sec
-
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 85 North: Atlanta
1040 ft · 25 sec
-
13
Continue straight
3059 ft · 52 sec
-
14
Take the exit slight right toward Court Street, Union Street
909 ft · 24 sec
-
15
Continue on Arba Street
2067 ft · 1 min · Arba Street
-
16
Turn right onto South Decatur Street
141 m · 12 sec · South Decatur Street
-
17
Turn left onto Winnie Street
134 m · 25 sec · Winnie Street
-
18
At the end of the road, turn left onto South Union Street
57 m · 4 sec · South Union Street
-
19
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Union Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oneonta and Montgomery.
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 South
Merge slight left
78.2 mi · 01h 25m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Oneonta and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Montgomery.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oneonta to Montgomery?
The road trip is about 131.9 miles (212.2 km) and usually takes 02h 08m 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?
Alabaster is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.7 miles from Oneonta and 61.1 miles from Montgomery.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 109.7 miles (176.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.2 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 2:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.61 one way or $35.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Oneonta and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Montgomery.
Stop Ideas Near Alabaster
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 Alabaster.
Birmingham
Brent, AL
Tuscaloosa
Marion, AL
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Oneonta and Montgomery. Straight-line distance: 109.72 mi (176.57 km).
#1 Oneonta
City in Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 6,601 |
| Coordinates | 33.9481500, -86.4727600 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Montgomery
The capital of Alabama.
| Population | 196,268 |
| Coordinates | 32.3668100, -86.2999700 |
| Altitude | 73 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Union Street (-86.300031, 32.366809)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 212 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 38m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $17.61 | $35.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $19.80 | $39.61 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $21.51 | $43.01 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $25.18 | $50.36 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Alabama · Apr 29, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.