How far is Phenix City, AL from Oxford, AL?
The driving distance from Phenix City, AL to Oxford, AL is about 116.4 miles (187.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 92.6 miles (149 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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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 38m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Phenix City and Oxford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Phenix City and Oxford.
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Start on Broad Street
2 m · 2 sec · Broad Street
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Turn right onto 13th Street
2834 ft · 1 min · 13th Street
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Continue on 14th Street
2265 ft · 1 min · 14th Street
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Continue on Crawford Road
2365 ft · 1 min · Crawford Road
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Turn right onto Opelika Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Opelika Road
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Turn right
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
21 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right
84 mi · 1 hr 56 min
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Take the exit left toward I 20 West, US 431 North: Birmingham
6.1 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 21: Oxford, Anniston
688 ft · 17 sec
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Turn right onto Quintard Drive
1.1 km · 1 min · Quintard Drive
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Turn left onto Choccolocco Street
2243 ft · 58 sec · Choccolocco Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
109 m · 13 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Snow Street
27 m · 2 sec · Snow Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Snow Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Phenix City and Oxford.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Opelika Road
Take the exit slight right
84 mi · 01h 56m
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 Phenix City and Sunny near Oxford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Phenix City to Oxford?
The road trip is about 116.4 miles (187.3 km) and usually takes 02h 38m 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?
Red Level is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.2 miles from Phenix City and 58.2 miles from Oxford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 92.6 miles (149 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.8 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.56 one way or $31.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Phenix City and Oxford, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Phenix City and Sunny near Oxford.
Stop Ideas Near Red Level
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 Red Level.
Anniston
Montgomery, AL
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Phenix City and Oxford. Straight-line distance: 92.6 mi (149.02 km).
#1 Phenix City
City in Alabama
| Population | 36,487 |
| Coordinates | 32.4709800, -85.0007700 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Oxford
City in Calhoun and Talladega counties, Alabama, USA
| Population | 21,216 |
| Coordinates | 33.6142700, -85.8349600 |
| Altitude | 200 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oxford (-85.83496, 33.61427)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 187 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
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 | $15.56 | $31.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $17.50 | $35.01 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $19.01 | $38.02 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $22.26 | $44.51 |
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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