How far is Union Springs, AL from Montgomery, AL?
The driving distance from Union Springs, AL to Montgomery, AL is about 44.1 miles (71 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.5 miles (60.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m 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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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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Town in Montgomery County, Alabama, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Union Springs and Montgomery.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Union Springs and Montgomery.
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Start on North Powell Street
107 m · 17 sec · North Powell Street
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Turn right onto Blackmon Avenue West
1332 ft · 43 sec · Blackmon Avenue West
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Continue on Baskin Street
27.2 mi · 37 min · Baskin Street
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Keep slight right to continue on US 82 West, US 231 North: Montgomery
12.4 mi · 16 min
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Continue on McGehee Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · McGehee Road
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Continue on Mc Gehee Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Mc Gehee Road
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Continue on Woodley Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Woodley Road
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Continue on East Fairview Avenue
2359 ft · 51 sec · East Fairview Avenue
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Turn right onto Norman Bridge Road
2295 ft · 46 sec · Norman Bridge Road
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Continue on South Decatur Street
1949 ft · 41 sec · South Decatur Street
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Continue on South Union Street
1181 ft · 23 sec · South Union Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Union Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Union Springs and Montgomery.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Baskin Street
Continue on Baskin Street
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.
Sunny leaving Union Springs and Sunny near Montgomery.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Union Springs to Montgomery?
The road trip is about 44.1 miles (71 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Matthews is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.6 miles from Union Springs and 21.6 miles from Montgomery.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.5 miles (60.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 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 4:56 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 Sunny around Union Springs and Sunny near Montgomery.
Stop Ideas Near Matthews
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 Matthews.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Union Springs and Montgomery. Straight-line distance: 37.48 mi (60.32 km).
#1 Union Springs
City in Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 3,352 |
| Coordinates | 32.1443200, -85.7149500 |
| Altitude | 159 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Montgomery
The capital of Alabama.
| Population | 196,268 |
| Coordinates | 32.3668100, -86.2999700 |
| Altitude | 73 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Union Street (-86.300031, 32.366809)
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 52m |
| 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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