How far is Pelham, AL from Aquilla, AL?
The driving distance from Pelham, AL to Aquilla, AL is about 51 miles (82.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.8 miles (68.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 49m 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 24m.
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.
Human settlement in Choctaw County, Alabama, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pelham and Aquilla.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pelham and Aquilla.
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Start on County Road 42
1191 ft · 52 sec · County Road 42
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Turn straight onto Pine Grove Road
1894 ft · 52 sec · Pine Grove Road
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Continue on Ward Chapel Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Ward Chapel Road
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Continue on Ward Chapel Road
2.4 mi · 9 min · Ward Chapel Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
38 mi · 55 min
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Take the ramp right
24 m · 2 sec
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Turn right
4.7 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto County Road 3
4.4 mi · 11 min · County Road 3
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Continue on County Road 2
149 m · 14 sec · County Road 2
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 2
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pelham and Aquilla.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn left
38 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.
Sunny leaving Pelham and Sunny near Aquilla.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pelham to Aquilla?
The road trip is about 51 miles (82.1 km) and usually takes 01h 24m 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?
Needham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.5 miles from Pelham and 25.5 miles from Aquilla.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.8 miles (68.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.2 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 3:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.82 one way or $13.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pelham and Sunny near Aquilla.
Stop Ideas Near Needham
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 Needham.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pelham and Aquilla. Straight-line distance: 42.81 mi (68.89 km).
#1 Pelham
City in Alabama
| Population | 24,231 |
| Coordinates | 32.2795900, -88.1200200 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Aquilla
Aquilla is a place in Alabama, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.7123800, -88.4139100 |
| Altitude | 121 |
| Country | United States |
End: Aquilla (-88.41391, 31.71238)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 82 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.82 | $13.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.67 | $15.33 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.33 | $16.65 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $9.75 | $19.49 |
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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