How far is Opelika, AL from Albertville, AL?
The driving distance from Opelika, AL to Albertville, AL is about 152.7 miles (245.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 121.9 miles (196.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 40m 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.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Opelika and Albertville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Opelika and Albertville.
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Start on South 9th Street
25 m · 9 sec · South 9th Street
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Turn left onto Avenue B
142 m · 24 sec · Avenue B
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Turn right onto South 10th Street
1793 ft · 51 sec · South 10th Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · 2nd Avenue
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Continue on Pepperell Parkway
1.4 km · 2 min · Pepperell Parkway
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Take the ramp slight right
125 m · 11 sec
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Merge slight left onto Birmingham Highway
2.9 mi · 4 min · Birmingham Highway
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Continue straight
59.7 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Take the exit slight right
1053 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right
30 m · 3 sec
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Merge slight left onto Rockford Highway
1.5 km · 1 min · Rockford Highway
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Continue on South Broadway Avenue
22.7 mi · 26 min · South Broadway Avenue
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Turn left
46.2 mi · 1 hr 8 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
16.9 mi · 23 min
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Opelika and Albertville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Birmingham Highway
Continue straight
59.7 mi · 01h 11m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Opelika and Sunny near Albertville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Opelika to Albertville?
The road trip is about 152.7 miles (245.8 km) and usually takes 03h 20m 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?
Bon Air is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.4 miles from Opelika and 76.3 miles from Albertville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 121.9 miles (196.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.8 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 10:20 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.41 one way or $40.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Opelika and Sunny near Albertville.
Stop Ideas Near Bon Air
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 Bon Air.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Opelika and Albertville. Straight-line distance: 121.89 mi (196.17 km).
#1 Opelika
City in Alabama
| Population | 31,135 |
| Coordinates | 32.6454100, -85.3782800 |
| Altitude | 246 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Albertville
City in Marshall County, Alabama, USA
| Population | 21,777 |
| Coordinates | 34.2678300, -86.2087800 |
| Altitude | 322 |
| Country | United States |
End: Albertville (-86.20878, 34.26783)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 246 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 54m |
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 | $20.41 | $40.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $22.96 | $45.91 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $24.93 | $49.86 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $29.19 | $58.37 |
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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