How far is Smiths Station, AL from Beehive, AL?
The driving distance from Smiths Station, AL to Beehive, AL is about 33.7 miles (54.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28 miles (45 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smiths Station and Beehive.
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Start on County Road 243
32 m · 5 sec · County Road 243
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Continue on County Road 298
1687 ft · 46 sec · County Road 298
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Turn left
17.1 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit left toward I-85 South, US 29 South, US 280 West: Auburn, Montgomery
11.9 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Auburn Technology Parkway
1533 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left onto Cox Road
1 km · 1 min · Cox Road
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Turn right onto Beehive Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Beehive Road
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Continue on Huguley Road
2.5 mi · 6 min · Huguley Road
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Turn left onto Wire Road
1200 ft · 33 sec · Wire Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Wire Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Smiths Station and Beehive.
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
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17.1 mi · 00h 20m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Smiths Station and Mostly Sunny near Beehive.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Smiths Station to Beehive?
The road trip is about 33.7 miles (54.3 km) and usually takes 00h 44m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Opelika is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.8 miles from Smiths Station and 16.9 miles from Beehive.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28 miles (45 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.51 one way or $9.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Smiths Station and Mostly Sunny near Beehive.
Stop Ideas Near Opelika
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 Smiths Station and Beehive. Straight-line distance: 27.94 mi (44.97 km).
#1 Smiths Station
Town in Lee County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 5,804 |
| Coordinates | 32.5401400, -85.0985500 |
| Altitude | 162 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Beehive
Beehive is a place in Alabama, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.5537500, -85.5780100 |
| Altitude | 149 |
| Country | United States |
End: Beehive (-85.57801, 32.55375)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 54 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $4.51 | $9.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.07 | $10.14 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.50 | $11.01 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.44 | $12.89 |
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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