How far is Vernon, AL from Detroit, AL?
The driving distance from Vernon, AL to Detroit, AL is about 20.8 miles (33.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.1 miles (30.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 59m 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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City in Lamar County, Alabama, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vernon and Detroit.
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Start on Columbus Avenue Northeast
20 m · 6 sec · Columbus Avenue Northeast
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Turn right onto Pond Street
10.6 mi · 15 min · Pond Street
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Continue straight
10.2 mi · 15 min
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Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Pond Street
Turn right onto Pond Street
10.6 mi · 00h 15m
Route Summary
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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 Vernon and Sunny near Detroit.
Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Vernon to Detroit?
The road trip is about 20.8 miles (33.5 km) and usually takes 00h 29m 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?
Sulligent is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.4 miles from Vernon and 10.4 miles from Detroit.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.1 miles (30.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.7 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 7:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.76 one way or $5.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Vernon and Sunny near Detroit.
Stop Ideas Near Sulligent
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 Vernon and Detroit. Straight-line distance: 19.06 mi (30.67 km).
#1 Vernon
City in Lamar County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 1,843 |
| Coordinates | 33.7570500, -88.1089200 |
| Altitude | 91 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Detroit
Town in Lamar County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 221 |
| Coordinates | 34.0281600, -88.1700400 |
| Altitude | 111 |
| Country | United States |
End: Detroit (-88.17004, 34.02816)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 33 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
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 | $2.76 | $5.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $3.11 | $6.22 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $3.38 | $6.75 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $3.95 | $7.91 |
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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