Trip from Alabaster, AL to Eufaula, AL

Drive Time

3h 19m

Distance

155.7 mi

251 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

3h 7m ★

6 AM

3h 19m

8 AM

3h 43m

10 AM

3h 27m

12 PM

3h 25m

3 PM

3h 29m

5 PM

3h 42m

8 PM

3h 12m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Alabaster, AL

Muhammad Nabeel

Eufaula, AL

Daniel Nouri

Trip Overview

Traveling from Alabaster to Eufaula is a straightforward 155.7-mile journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 19 minutes to complete. Because the trip is well within a single day’s reach, you can easily handle this transit without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $24 on fuel for the trek, which takes you across the Southeast region of Alabama. The route relies primarily on I-65, US-82, and the Troy Highway to move you efficiently between destinations. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick change of scenery, this highway-focused drive offers a reliable and manageable path.

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

77.9 miles from Alabaster, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a trip defined by efficiency, as 86% of your drive takes place on highways. You will start with a significant 66.7-mile stretch on I-65, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the journey. Once you transition off the interstate and onto US-82 and the Troy Highway, the pace adjusts but remains focused on steady movement. This is a practical, highway-centric route that prioritizes getting you to your destination rather than meandering through backroads. You will spend the vast majority of your time maintaining consistent speeds, making for a predictable experience behind the wheel.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 66.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 82. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 155.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 68.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 71.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

68.1 mi into trip | ~1h 15m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 85 North: Atlanta

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 85 North: Atlanta

71.1 mi into trip | ~1h 19m in

Take the exit toward Ann Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 3 Toward Ann Street

87.4 mi into trip | ~1h 42m in | US 82

Take the exit onto US 82 toward US 82 East: Union Springs

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward US 82 East: Union Springs

115.2 mi into trip | ~2h 21m in | US 82 / Conecuh Avenue West

Turn right onto US 82 / Conecuh Avenue West

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 65	66.7 mi	1h 12m
US 82	64.9 mi	1h 28m
Troy Highway	12.4 mi	15m
I 85	2.7 mi	3m
Conecuh Avenue West	1.5 mi	2m
North Eufaula Avenue	1.4 mi	3m
McGehee Road	1.4 mi	2m
Zelda Road	1.1 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 65 — 66.7 mi, about 1h 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Alabaster, AL and Eufaula, AL.

Start on this road

97 ft · 14 sec · this road

Turn left

177 ft · 14 sec

Turn right onto US 31; AL 119

1.0 mi · 1 min · 1st Street South

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 45 sec

Toward I-65 South: Montgomery

Merge onto I 65

67 mi · 1 hr 12 min · I 65

Take the exit

393 ft · 9 sec

Exit 171 Toward I-85 North: Atlanta

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 25 sec

Toward I 85 North: Atlanta

Continue on I 85

2.7 mi · 3 min · I 85

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 34 sec

Exit 3 Toward Ann Street Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto Ann Street

436 ft · 8 sec · Ann Street

Keep slight left at fork onto Zelda Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Zelda Road

Continue on Carter Hill Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Carter Hill Road

Turn left onto McGehee Road

1.4 mi · 2 min · McGehee Road

Continue on US 82; US 231

12 mi · 15 min · Troy Highway

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit onto US 82

27 mi · 37 min · US 82

Toward US 82 East: Union Springs Use the left lane.

Turn slight right onto US 82

0.3 mi · 59 sec · US 82

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto US 29; US 82

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Martin Luther King Boulevard

Turn right onto US 82

1.5 mi · 2 min · Conecuh Avenue West

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 82

37 mi · 50 min · US 82

Use the none lane.

Take the ramp onto US 82

212 ft · 7 sec · US 82

Merge onto US 82; US 431

1.4 mi · 3 min · North Eufaula Avenue

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 431

0.1 mi · 28 sec · South Eufaula Avenue

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 431

0.1 mi · 30 sec · South Eufaula Avenue

Arrive at destination

US 431

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal schedule. Budget for at least one stop to stretch your legs during the 3-hour and 19-minute transit. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge when exiting I-65, as the transition to US-82 and the Troy Highway involves shifting from high-speed interstate travel to different road types. If you want to avoid heavy traffic, try leaving Alabaster mid-morning to ensure a smoother transition through the various highway segments. Planning your single stop around the transition point from the interstate to the state highways can help keep your energy levels consistent until you reach Eufaula.

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 77.9 miles from Alabaster, AL, or about 1h 30m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.7 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 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 77.9 miles or 1h 30m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 38m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eufaula, AL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Alabaster, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 155.7 miles and 3h 19m.

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 I 65 for about 66.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 77.9 mi from Alabaster, AL · 1h 30m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Dadeville, AL

78 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

Dadeville, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Dadeville, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 77.9 miles from Alabaster, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.7 miles.

Arriving in Eufaula, AL

The final approach into Eufaula, 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 Eufaula, 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

$23.80 one way

$47.60 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 55 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$26.11	$52.21
premium	$4.61	$28.26	$56.52
diesel	$5.64	$34.59	$69.18

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: 54.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	46.7	$16.35	$7.47
Efficient EV	38.9	$13.62	$6.23
EV Truck/SUV	62.3	$21.80	$9.96

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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Alabaster, AL

Afternoon in Alabaster on Sunday

Local time

3:36 PM

CDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Eufaula, AL

Afternoon in Eufaula on Sunday

Local time

3:36 PM

CDT

Current temp

88°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

26 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 19m 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 Eufaula, AL covers 155.7 miles and takes about 3h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 65, US 82, Troy Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 77.9 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 $23.80 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.

The route from Alabaster, AL to Eufaula, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Alabaster, AL to Eufaula, AL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Eufaula, AL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Alabaster, AL

Eufaula, AL

Same local time

26 degrees warmer at arrival

3h 19m on the road

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