How far is Prattville, AL from Attalla, AL?
The driving distance from Prattville, AL to Attalla, AL is about 134.5 miles (216.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 109.7 miles (176.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 01m 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 02h 30m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Shelby County, Alabama, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Prattville and Attalla.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prattville and Attalla.
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Start on Wetumpka Street
2716 ft · 1 min · Wetumpka Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Memorial Drive
6 mi · 9 min · North Memorial Drive
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Take the ramp left
1308 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
62.8 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 459: Atlanta, Gadsden, Tuscaloosa
1318 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 459 North: Atlanta, Gadsden
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto John M. Harbert III Freeway
17.1 mi · 18 min · John M. Harbert III Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 59 North: Gadsden
1756 ft · 41 sec
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Continue on I-59 North: Gadsden
890 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left
45.1 mi · 48 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 278, US 431: Attalla, Gadsden
1853 ft · 54 sec
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Turn left onto 5th Avenue Northeast
1.4 km · 2 min · 5th Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto 3rd Street Northwest
29 m · 2 sec · 3rd Street Northwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Street Northwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Prattville and Attalla.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
North Memorial Drive
Merge slight left
62.8 mi · 01h 07m
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 Prattville and Sunny near Attalla.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Prattville to Attalla?
The road trip is about 134.5 miles (216.4 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?
Indian Springs Village is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.3 miles from Prattville and 67.2 miles from Attalla.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 109.7 miles (176.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.8 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.95 one way or $35.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Prattville and Sunny near Attalla.
Stop Ideas Near Indian Springs Village
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 Indian Springs Village.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Prattville and Attalla. Straight-line distance: 109.75 mi (176.62 km).
#1 Prattville
City in Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 36,500 |
| Coordinates | 32.4640200, -86.4597000 |
| Altitude | 100 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Attalla
City in Etowah County, Alabama, USA
| Population | 5,832 |
| Coordinates | 34.0217600, -86.0885900 |
| Altitude | 167 |
| Country | United States |
End: Attalla (-86.08859, 34.02176)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 216 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 40m |
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 | $17.95 | $35.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $20.19 | $40.38 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $21.92 | $43.85 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $25.67 | $51.33 |
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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