How far is Pollard, AL from Poarch, AL?
The driving distance from Pollard, AL to Poarch, AL is about 34.9 miles (56.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.9 miles (35.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 50m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 55m.
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.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pollard and Poarch.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pollard and Poarch.
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Start on Richmond Avenue
77 m · 13 sec · Richmond Avenue
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Turn right onto Elizabeth Avenue
873 ft · 45 sec · Elizabeth Avenue
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Turn left onto Old US Hwy 31
1.7 mi · 4 min · Old US Hwy 31
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At the end of the road, turn left
3.1 mi · 5 min
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Turn right
13.6 mi · 17 min
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Take the ramp sharp left
1636 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
11.2 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 21: Atmore, Uriah
1385 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left
1 km · 1 min
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Turn right onto Poarch Road
3.5 mi · 14 min · Poarch Road
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Continue on Poarch Road
1638 ft · 1 min · Poarch Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Poarch Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pollard and Poarch.
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.
Longest stretch
Turn right
13.6 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Pollard and Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny near Poarch.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pollard to Poarch?
The road trip is about 34.9 miles (56.1 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Flomaton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.4 miles from Pollard and 17.4 miles from Poarch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.9 miles (35.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 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 4:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.66 one way or $9.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny around Pollard and Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny near Poarch.
Stop Ideas Near Flomaton
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 Flomaton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pollard and Poarch. Straight-line distance: 21.97 mi (35.35 km).
#1 Pollard
Human settlement in Escambia County, Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 132 |
| Coordinates | 31.0271300, -87.1735800 |
| Altitude | 19 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Poarch
Poarch is a place in Alabama, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.1174000, -87.5294300 |
| Altitude | 91 |
| Country | United States |
End: Poarch (-87.52943, 31.1174)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 56 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $4.66 | $9.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.24 | $10.48 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.69 | $11.38 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.66 | $13.32 |
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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