How far is Sylacauga, AL from Alabaster, AL?
The driving distance from Sylacauga, AL to Alabaster, AL is about 44.3 miles (71.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33 miles (53.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 02m 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 01h 01m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sylacauga and Alabaster.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sylacauga and Alabaster.
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Start on the route
53 m · 18 sec
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Turn left onto Norton Avenue
2185 ft · 1 min · Norton Avenue
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Turn right onto West Fort Williams Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · West Fort Williams Street
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Turn right
27.8 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight left toward 280: County Road 280
529 ft · 18 sec
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Continue on County Road 280
1 mi · 3 min · County Road 280
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Turn left onto County Road 11
9.9 mi · 15 min · County Road 11
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Continue on Simmsville Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · Simmsville Road
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Turn right onto County Road 68
1.3 km · 2 min · County Road 68
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 1st Street North
1.4 mi · 2 min · 1st Street North
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Turn right
54 m · 18 sec
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Turn right
30 m · 7 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 Sylacauga and Alabaster.
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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27.8 mi · 00h 36m
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 Sylacauga and Mostly Sunny near Alabaster.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sylacauga to Alabaster?
The road trip is about 44.3 miles (71.3 km) and usually takes 01h 01m 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?
Westover is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22 miles from Sylacauga and 22.2 miles from Alabaster.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33 miles (53.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.3 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 4:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.91 one way or $11.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Sylacauga and Mostly Sunny near Alabaster.
Stop Ideas Near Westover
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 Westover.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sylacauga and Alabaster. Straight-line distance: 33.01 mi (53.13 km).
#1 Sylacauga
City in Alabama, United States
| Population | 11,939 |
| Coordinates | 33.1731700, -86.2516400 |
| Altitude | 166 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alabaster
Suburb city of Birmingham, located in Shelby County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 33,701 |
| Coordinates | 33.2442800, -86.8163800 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-86.816657, 33.244315)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 71 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $5.91 | $11.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.64 | $13.29 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.22 | $14.43 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.45 | $16.89 |
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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