How far is Opelika, AL from Calera, AL?
The driving distance from Opelika, AL to Calera, AL is about 120.1 miles (193.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 85.8 miles (138.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 27m 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 13m.
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.
The capital of Alabama.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Opelika and Calera.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Opelika and Calera.
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Start on South 9th Street
115 m · 19 sec · South 9th Street
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Turn right onto Avenue C
141 m · 25 sec · Avenue C
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Turn left onto South 10th Street
1097 ft · 29 sec · South 10th Street
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Continue on Geneva Street
1 km · 2 min · Geneva Street
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Take the ramp left
1094 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
60.6 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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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
56.6 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 25: Montevallo, Calera
1841 ft · 49 sec
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Turn left
1.4 km · 1 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Opelika and Calera.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Geneva Street
Merge slight left
60.6 mi · 01h 06m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Opelika and Mostly Sunny near Calera.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Opelika to Calera?
The road trip is about 120.1 miles (193.3 km) and usually takes 02h 13m 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?
Montgomery is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60 miles from Opelika and 60 miles from Calera.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 85.8 miles (138.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.3 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 2:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.06 one way or $32.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Opelika and Mostly Sunny near Calera.
Stop Ideas Near Montgomery
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 Montgomery.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Opelika and Calera. Straight-line distance: 85.84 mi (138.15 km).
#1 Opelika
City in Alabama
| Population | 31,135 |
| Coordinates | 32.6454100, -85.3782800 |
| Altitude | 246 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Calera
City in Shelby County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 15,248 |
| Coordinates | 33.1029000, -86.7536000 |
| Altitude | 154 |
| Country | United States |
End: Calera (-86.7536, 33.1029)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 193 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 29m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $16.06 | $32.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $18.06 | $36.12 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $19.61 | $39.22 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $22.96 | $45.92 |
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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