How far is Sardis City, AL from Pennsylvania, AL?
The driving distance from Sardis City, AL to Pennsylvania, AL is about 309.1 miles (497.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 254.1 miles (409 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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The capital of Alabama.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sardis City and Pennsylvania.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sardis City and Pennsylvania.
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Start on Sardis Drive
1.1 mi · 3 min · Sardis Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left
9.6 mi · 12 min
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Turn right
4.7 mi · 8 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward I-59 South: Birmingham
2302 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
43.3 mi · 46 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 459 South: Tuscaloosa, Montgomery
2436 ft · 42 sec
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Continue on John M. Harbert III Freeway
17 mi · 18 min · John M. Harbert III Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 65: Birmingham, Montgomery
979 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 65 South: Montgomery
1.5 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
230 mi · 4 hr 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 430: Satsuma, Creola
1157 ft · 28 sec
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Turn right
2653 ft · 48 sec
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Turn slight right
58 m · 8 sec
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Turn slight right
798 ft · 58 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sardis City and Pennsylvania.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 65 South
Merge slight left
230 mi · 04h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sardis City and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Pennsylvania.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sardis City to Pennsylvania?
The road trip is about 309.1 miles (497.4 km) and usually takes 04h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Montgomery is a useful midpoint, sitting about 154.4 miles from Sardis City and 154.6 miles from Pennsylvania.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 254.1 miles (409 km), while the road route adds roughly 55 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:46 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.32 one way or $82.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 97 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Sardis City and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Pennsylvania.
Stop Ideas Near Montgomery
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sardis City and Pennsylvania. Straight-line distance: 254.13 mi (408.99 km).
#1 Sardis City
Human settlement
| Population | 1,776 |
| Coordinates | 34.1742600, -86.1227500 |
| Altitude | 330 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is a place in Alabama, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.8732400, -88.0475000 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-88.047459, 30.873204)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 497 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 51m |
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 | $41.32 | $82.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $46.47 | $92.93 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $50.46 | $100.92 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $59.08 | $118.16 |
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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