How far is Phenix City, AL from Valley, AL?
The driving distance from Phenix City, AL to Valley, AL is about 42.3 miles (68.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.2 miles (42.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m 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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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Phenix City and Valley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Phenix City and Valley.
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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
20.8 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I-85 North, US 29 North: Atlanta
993 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
14.3 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 208: Valley, Huguley
1133 ft · 28 sec
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Turn right onto Fob James Drive
2.4 mi · 4 min · Fob James Drive
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Turn left onto 23rd Boulevard West
824 ft · 40 sec · 23rd Boulevard West
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 55th Street West
1174 ft · 52 sec · 55th Street West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 55th Street West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Phenix City and Valley.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Opelika Road
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20.8 mi · 00h 24m
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 Valley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Phenix City to Valley?
The road trip is about 42.3 miles (68.1 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Opelika is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.1 miles from Phenix City and 21.1 miles from Valley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.2 miles (42.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.1 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.64 one way or $11.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 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 Valley, 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 Valley.
Stop Ideas Near Opelika
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 Opelika.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Phenix City and Valley. Straight-line distance: 26.18 mi (42.13 km).
#1 Phenix City
City in Alabama
| Population | 36,487 |
| Coordinates | 32.4709800, -85.0007700 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Valley
City in Alabama, United States
| Population | 9,077 |
| Coordinates | 32.8187400, -85.1793900 |
| Altitude | 173 |
| Country | United States |
End: Valley (-85.17939, 32.81874)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 68 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $5.64 | $11.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.35 | $12.69 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.89 | $13.78 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.07 | $16.14 |
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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