How far is Opelika, AL from Troy, AL?
The driving distance from Opelika, AL to Troy, AL is about 96.5 miles (155.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 67.4 miles (108.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 46m 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 01h 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Opelika and Troy.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Opelika and Troy.
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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
51.6 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 271: Auburn University Montgomery
1134 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Taylor Road South
118 m · 12 sec
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Turn straight onto Taylor Road
5 mi · 8 min · Taylor Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Troy Highway
31.3 mi · 37 min · Troy Highway
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Continue straight
4.5 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto Trojan Way
1.5 mi · 3 min · Trojan Way
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Continue on Orion Street
533 ft · 12 sec · Orion Street
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Turn left onto West Fairview Avenue
972 ft · 21 sec · West Fairview Avenue
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Turn right onto North 3 Notch Street
3173 ft · 59 sec · North 3 Notch Street
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Turn left onto East Walnut Street
756 ft · 39 sec · East Walnut Street
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Turn left
27 m · 6 sec
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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 Troy.
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
51.6 mi · 00h 55m
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 Troy.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Opelika to Troy?
The road trip is about 96.5 miles (155.3 km) and usually takes 01h 53m 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?
Pike Road is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.3 miles from Opelika and 48.2 miles from Troy.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 67.4 miles (108.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.1 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 2:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.91 one way or $25.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Opelika and Mostly Sunny near Troy.
Stop Ideas Near Pike Road
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 Pike Road.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Opelika and Troy. Straight-line distance: 67.36 mi (108.41 km).
#1 Opelika
City in Alabama
| Population | 31,135 |
| Coordinates | 32.6454100, -85.3782800 |
| Altitude | 246 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Troy
City in Pike County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 18,762 |
| Coordinates | 31.8087700, -85.9699500 |
| Altitude | 165 |
| Country | United States |
End: Troy (-85.96995, 31.80877)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 155 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $12.91 | $25.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.52 | $29.05 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $15.77 | $31.54 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $18.47 | $36.93 |
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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