How far is Pennington, AL from Aquilla, AL?
The driving distance from Pennington, AL to Aquilla, AL is about 48.3 miles (77.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40.1 miles (64.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 32m 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 16m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Choctaw County, Alabama, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pennington and Aquilla.
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Start on Main Street
5.6 mi · 10 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto East Pushmataha Street
8.9 mi · 13 min · East Pushmataha Street
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Turn left onto South Mulberry Avenue
24.5 mi · 36 min · South Mulberry Avenue
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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 Pennington 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.
South Mulberry Avenue
Turn left onto South Mulberry Avenue
24.5 mi · 00h 36m
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 Pennington and Sunny near Aquilla.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pennington to Aquilla?
The road trip is about 48.3 miles (77.7 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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 24.2 miles from Pennington and 24.1 miles from Aquilla.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.1 miles (64.5 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 3:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.44 one way or $12.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pennington 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
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pennington and Aquilla. Straight-line distance: 40.1 mi (64.54 km).
#1 Pennington
Settlement in Choctaw County, Alabama
| Population | 202 |
| Coordinates | 32.2070900, -88.0561300 |
| Altitude | 32 |
| 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: 78 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $6.44 | $12.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.24 | $14.48 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.86 | $15.73 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $9.21 | $18.41 |
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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