How far is Pell City, AL from Opelika, AL?
The driving distance from Pell City, AL to Opelika, AL is about 104.3 miles (167.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83.6 miles (134.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 31m 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 01h 45m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pell City and Opelika.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pell City and Opelika.
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Start on Cogswell Avenue
4.4 mi · 7 min · Cogswell Avenue
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Take the ramp right
1345 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
4.8 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 77: Talladega, Lincoln
1053 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right
9.7 mi · 14 min
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Turn right onto Western Bypass
22.7 mi · 26 min · Western Bypass
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Continue on Rockford Highway
1 mi · 1 min · Rockford Highway
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Turn left
1244 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
62.6 mi · 1 hr 15 min
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Turn left onto Pepperell Parkway
1.5 km · 2 min · Pepperell Parkway
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Continue on 2nd Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · 2nd Avenue
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Turn right onto North 10th Street
1793 ft · 50 sec · North 10th Street
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Turn left onto Avenue B
142 m · 23 sec · Avenue B
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Turn right onto South 9th Street
25 m · 4 sec · South 9th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 9th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pell City and Opelika.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Rockford Highway
Merge slight left
62.6 mi · 01h 15m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Pell City and Showers And Thunderstorms near Opelika.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pell City to Opelika?
The road trip is about 104.3 miles (167.8 km) and usually takes 01h 45m 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?
Goodwater is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.1 miles from Pell City and 50.1 miles from Opelika.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.6 miles (134.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.7 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 2:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.94 one way or $27.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Pell City and Showers And Thunderstorms near Opelika.
Stop Ideas Near Goodwater
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 Goodwater.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pell City and Opelika. Straight-line distance: 83.57 mi (134.5 km).
#1 Pell City
City in Alabama
| Population | 14,045 |
| Coordinates | 33.5862100, -86.2860900 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Opelika
City in Alabama
| Population | 31,135 |
| Coordinates | 32.6454100, -85.3782800 |
| Altitude | 246 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 9th Street (-85.378252, 32.645431)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 168 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 18m |
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 | $13.94 | $27.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $15.67 | $31.35 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $17.02 | $34.04 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $19.93 | $39.85 |
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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