Origin
Alabaster, AL
Afternoon in Alabaster on Sunday
Local time
3:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alabaster, AL to Center Point, AL
Drive Time
3h 45m
Distance
153.8 mi
248 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 33m
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6 AM
3h 45m
8 AM
4h 11m
10 AM
3h 54m
12 PM
3h 52m
3 PM
3h 55m
5 PM
4h 9m
8 PM
3h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alabaster, AL
Muhammad Nabeel
Center Point, AL
Andrius La Rotta
Trip Overview
Spanning 153.8 miles across Alabama, this trip takes you from Alabaster to Center Point in approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes. Because the total travel time is manageable, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, eliminating the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to budget roughly $24 for fuel to complete the journey. By navigating primarily via AL 5, AL 25, and US 43, you will experience a straightforward transit through the Southeast. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, this route offers a reliable connection between these two locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
76.9 miles from Alabaster, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive is defined by its efficiency, with 86% of the journey spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time behind the wheel on AL 5, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 83.8 miles. The road’s personality is consistent and functional, designed for steady progress rather than winding exploration. As you transition between the various highway segments, you will notice a predictable rhythm that keeps the drive moving forward at a steady pace. Expect a straightforward experience that prioritizes reaching your destination effectively.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
AL 5 is the longest continuous segment at about 83.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AL 5 and AL 25. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 45m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 31; AL 119 / 1st Street South): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (AL 119 / Montevallo Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 31; AL 119 / 1st Street South
Turn right onto US 31; AL 119 / 1st Street South
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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AL 119 / Montevallo Road
Turn right onto AL 119 / Montevallo Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
12 mi into trip
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~21m in
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AL 25
Turn right onto AL 25
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
36.1 mi into trip
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~56m in
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AL 5; AL 25
Turn left onto AL 5; AL 25
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AL 5 | 83.8 mi | 2h 1m |
| AL 25 | 21.2 mi | 30m |
| US 43 | 16.4 mi | 19m |
| Montevallo Road | 9.7 mi | 17m |
| US 84 | 9.5 mi | 10m |
| Center Point Road | 4.8 mi | 11m |
| Main Street | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Cobb Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
AL 5
— 83.8 mi, about 2h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alabaster, AL and Center Point, AL.
1
Start on this road
97 ft
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14 sec
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this road
2
Turn left
177 ft
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14 sec
3
Turn right onto US 31; AL 119
0.4 mi
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35 sec
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1st Street South
4
Turn right onto AL 119
9.7 mi
·
17 min
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Montevallo Road
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on AL 119
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Ashville Road
6
Continue on AL 119
0.6 mi
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1 min
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Main Street
7
Continue on AL 119
0.4 mi
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41 sec
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Selma Road
8
Turn right onto AL 25
20 mi
·
28 min
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AL 25
Use the none lane.
9
Turn slight right onto AL 25
1.0 mi
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2 min
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AL 25
10
Turn left onto AL 25
2.9 mi
·
4 min
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Main Street
11
Turn left onto AL 5; AL 25
21 mi
·
28 min
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AL 5; AL 25
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on AL 5; AL 183
63 mi
·
1 hr 32 min
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AL 5; AL 183
13
Continue on US 43
16 mi
·
19 min
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US 43
14
Take the exit
177 ft
·
4 sec
15
Turn straight onto Cobb Street
2.2 mi
·
3 min
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Cobb Street
16
Turn right onto US 84
9.5 mi
·
10 min
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US 84
17
Turn right onto CR 21
4.8 mi
·
11 min
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Center Point Road
18
Turn left onto AL 154
1.0 mi
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1 min
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AL 154
19
Arrive at destination
0 ft
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0 sec
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AL 154
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 3-hour and 45-minute drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the monotony of the highway sections. Since the route is highly efficient, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though leaving early helps you avoid peak congestion. Given that your fuel costs will hover around $24, ensure your tank is topped off before heading out to avoid unnecessary detours. Keep a close eye on your mileage during the 83.8-mile stretch on AL 5, as this will be your primary window for finding services or rest areas. Taking a breather during that longest segment will keep you refreshed for the final leg into Center Point.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 76.9 miles from Alabaster, AL, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.9 miles or 1h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Center Point, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alabaster, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alabaster, AL
This is one driving day of about 153.8 miles and 3h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Alabaster, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on AL 5 for about 83.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76.9 mi from Alabaster, AL · 1h 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 76.9 miles from Alabaster, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before AL 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 83.8 miles.
Arriving in Center Point, AL
The final approach into Center Point, AL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Center Point, AL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.51 one way
$47.02 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $25.79 | $51.58 |
| premium | $4.61 | $27.91 | $55.83 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $34.17 | $68.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.1 | 0 | $16.15 | $7.38 |
| Efficient EV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.46 | $6.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.5 | 0 | $21.53 | $9.84 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Center Point, AL
Afternoon in Center Point on Sunday
Local time
3:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Columbiana, AL
77 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
24 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 45m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Alabaster, AL to Center Point, AL covers 153.8 miles and takes about 3h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are AL 5, AL 25, US 43. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 76.9 miles from Alabaster, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.51 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 45m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 31; AL 119 / 1st Street South): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (AL 119 / Montevallo Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Alabaster, AL to Center Point, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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