How far is Opelika, AL from Forestdale, AL?
The driving distance from Opelika, AL to Forestdale, AL is about 119.9 miles (192.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108.6 miles (174.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 11m 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 02h 35m.
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City in Alabama, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Opelika and Forestdale.
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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
103.8 mi · 2 hr 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31 North, US 280 West: Birmingham
1901 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Red Mountain Expressway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Red Mountain Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 20, I 59
2132 ft · 52 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 20 West, I 59 South: Tuscaloosa
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 78 West: Arkadelphia Road
1173 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto Arkadelphia Road
2870 ft · 58 sec · Arkadelphia Road
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Continue on Bankhead Highway West
1.5 mi · 3 min · Bankhead Highway West
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Continue on Forestdale Boulevard
2.5 mi · 4 min · Forestdale Boulevard
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Turn right onto Heflin Avenue East
957 ft · 26 sec · Heflin Avenue East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Heflin Avenue East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Opelika and Forestdale.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Birmingham Highway
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104 mi · 02h 10m
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.
Sunny leaving Opelika and Sunny near Forestdale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Opelika to Forestdale?
The road trip is about 119.9 miles (192.9 km) and usually takes 02h 35m 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?
Sylacauga is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.9 miles from Opelika and 60 miles from Forestdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108.6 miles (174.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.3 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 1:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.02 one way or $32.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Opelika and Sunny near Forestdale.
Stop Ideas Near Sylacauga
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Opelika and Forestdale. Straight-line distance: 108.63 mi (174.83 km).
#1 Opelika
City in Alabama
| Population | 31,135 |
| Coordinates | 32.6454100, -85.3782800 |
| Altitude | 246 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Forestdale
Unincorporated community in Alabama
| Population | 10,162 |
| Coordinates | 33.5701100, -86.8963800 |
| Altitude | 197 |
| Country | United States |
End: Forestdale (-86.89638, 33.57011)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 193 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 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 |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $16.02 | $32.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $18.02 | $36.03 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $19.56 | $39.13 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $22.91 | $45.81 |
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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