How far is Phenix City, AL from Wetumpka, AL?
The driving distance from Phenix City, AL to Wetumpka, AL is about 95.1 miles (153.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70.8 miles (113.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 45m 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 01h 52m.
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.
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City in Macon County, Alabama, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Phenix City and Wetumpka.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Phenix City and Wetumpka.
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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
20.9 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit left toward I-85 South, US 29 South, US 280 West: Auburn, Montgomery
18.4 mi · 20 min
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Continue straight
37 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 80 West, US 231, AL 21
1147 ft · 28 sec
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Turn right onto Eastern Boulevard
2.8 mi · 4 min · Eastern Boulevard
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1203 ft · 19 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward US 231 North, AL 21 North: Wetumpka
871 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 231 North, AL 21 North: Wetumpka
560 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left onto Wetumpka Highway
8.2 mi · 10 min · Wetumpka Highway
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Continue straight
1304 ft · 19 sec
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Continue straight
1825 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South Main Street
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Continue on East Bridge Street
2035 ft · 43 sec · East Bridge Street
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Turn right onto North Broad Street
1620 ft · 1 min · North Broad Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Broad Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Phenix City and Wetumpka.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-85 South
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37 mi · 00h 40m
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 Wetumpka.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Phenix City to Wetumpka?
The road trip is about 95.1 miles (153.1 km) and usually takes 01h 52m 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?
Tuskegee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.5 miles from Phenix City and 47.6 miles from Wetumpka.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70.8 miles (113.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.3 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 2:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.72 one way or $25.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.9 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 Wetumpka, 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 Wetumpka.
Stop Ideas Near Tuskegee
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 Tuskegee.
Montgomery, AL
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Phenix City and Wetumpka. Straight-line distance: 70.75 mi (113.86 km).
#1 Phenix City
City in Alabama
| Population | 36,487 |
| Coordinates | 32.4709800, -85.0007700 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wetumpka
City in Alabama, USA
| Population | 8,431 |
| Coordinates | 32.5437400, -86.2119100 |
| Altitude | 55 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wetumpka (-86.21191, 32.54374)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 153 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
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 | $12.72 | $25.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.31 | $28.62 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $15.54 | $31.08 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $18.19 | $36.39 |
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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