How far is Vance, AL from Montgomery, AL?
The driving distance from Vance, AL to Montgomery, AL is about 90.8 miles (146.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 77.8 miles (125.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 20m 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 40m.
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 Vance and Montgomery.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vance and Montgomery.
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Start on Vance-Blocton Road
3 mi · 5 min · Vance-Blocton Road
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Continue on Vance Road
6.4 mi · 12 min · Vance Road
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Turn right onto State Route 5
5.8 mi · 8 min · State Route 5
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Turn left
5 mi · 7 min
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Take the ramp slight right
777 ft · 14 sec
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Take the exit slight left
103 m · 17 sec
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Turn sharp left
59.9 mi · 1 hr 21 min
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Continue straight
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Cobbs Ford Road
1.3 km · 57 sec · Cobbs Ford Road
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Take the exit right
7.6 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I-85 North: Atlanta
120 m · 10 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 85 North: Atlanta
1040 ft · 25 sec
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Continue straight
3059 ft · 52 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward Court Street, Union Street
909 ft · 24 sec
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Continue on Arba Street
2067 ft · 1 min · Arba Street
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Turn right onto South Decatur Street
141 m · 12 sec · South Decatur Street
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Turn left onto Winnie Street
134 m · 25 sec · Winnie Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Union Street
57 m · 4 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 Vance and Montgomery.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
Turn sharp left
59.9 mi · 01h 21m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Vance and Chance Rain Showers near Montgomery.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Vance to Montgomery?
The road trip is about 90.8 miles (146.2 km) and usually takes 01h 40m 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?
Maplesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.9 miles from Vance and 44.9 miles from Montgomery.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 77.8 miles (125.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 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 3:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.12 one way or $24.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Vance and Chance Rain Showers near Montgomery.
Stop Ideas Near Maplesville
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 Maplesville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Vance and Montgomery. Straight-line distance: 77.81 mi (125.23 km).
#1 Vance
Town in Alabama, United States
| Population | 1,807 |
| Coordinates | 33.1742800, -87.2336100 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| 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: 146 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
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 | $12.12 | $24.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.63 | $27.26 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.80 | $29.60 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $17.33 | $34.66 |
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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