How far is Prattville, AL from Union Springs, AL?
The driving distance from Prattville, AL to Union Springs, AL is about 58.7 miles (94.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.8 miles (78.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 44m 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 01h 22m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Prattville and Union Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prattville and Union Springs.
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Start on Wetumpka Street
2716 ft · 1 min · Wetumpka Street
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Turn right onto South Memorial Drive
4.4 mi · 7 min · South Memorial Drive
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Continue on Birmingham Highway
3.7 mi · 5 min · Birmingham Highway
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Turn right onto West Boulevard
10.1 mi · 15 min · West Boulevard
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Turn right onto Troy Highway
12.4 mi · 16 min · Troy Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward US 82 East: Union Springs
27.2 mi · 37 min
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Turn slight right
1385 ft · 46 sec
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Turn left onto North Powell Street
107 m · 15 sec · North Powell Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Powell Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Prattville and Union Springs.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 82 East
Take the exit slight left toward US 82 East: Union Springs
27.2 mi · 00h 37m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Prattville and Mostly Sunny near Union Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Prattville to Union Springs?
The road trip is about 58.7 miles (94.4 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?
Pike Road is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.3 miles from Prattville and 29.3 miles from Union Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.8 miles (78.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 3:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.84 one way or $15.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Prattville and Mostly Sunny near Union Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Pike Road
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 Pike Road.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Prattville and Union Springs. Straight-line distance: 48.78 mi (78.5 km).
#1 Prattville
City in Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 36,500 |
| Coordinates | 32.4640200, -86.4597000 |
| Altitude | 100 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Union Springs
City in Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 3,352 |
| Coordinates | 32.1443200, -85.7149500 |
| Altitude | 159 |
| Country | United States |
End: Union Springs (-85.71495, 32.14432)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 94 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $7.84 | $15.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $8.82 | $17.63 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $9.57 | $19.15 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $11.21 | $22.42 |
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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