Origin
Andalusia, AL
Evening in Andalusia on Sunday
Local time
6:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Andalusia, AL to Montgomery, AL
Drive Time
1h 46m
Distance
90.7 mi
146 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 39m
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6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Andalusia, AL
Daniel Nouri
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Andalusia to Montgomery, expect a straightforward journey covering 90.7 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 46 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a simple day trip. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of Alabama, the transition between them is seamless and familiar. Budgeting approximately $14 for fuel should cover your needs for the one-way trek. Because of the manageable duration, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics, allowing you to focus on your schedule at either end of the route.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
45.3 miles from Andalusia, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 81% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will rely on a combination of AL 55, Mobile Road, and I-65 to navigate north toward the capital. Expect a steady, efficient pace, particularly during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 55.6 miles on I-65. While the route lacks the complexity of winding mountain passes, it offers a functional and consistent driving experience. You will transition from regional state highways onto the interstate, shifting the feel of the road from local transit to a more traditional highway grind.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 55.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and AL 55. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near River Falls Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 46m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (River Falls Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles (AL 55): Lane positioning matters here; at 32.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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River Falls Street
Turn right onto River Falls Street
Navigation decision point
5
5.1 mi into trip
|
~9m in
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AL 55
Turn right onto AL 55
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
32.4 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
88.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
Take the exit toward Fairview Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 169
Toward Fairview Avenue
4
88.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
|
West Fairview Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto West Fairview Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 55.6 mi | 1h |
| AL 55 | 17.9 mi | 20m |
| Mobile Road | 9.3 mi | 11m |
| River Falls Street | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| West Fairview Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Norman Bridge Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Decatur Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Church Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 55.6 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Andalusia, AL and Montgomery, AL.
1
Start on Court Square
188 ft
·
5 sec
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Court Square
2
Continue on Church Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Church Street
3
Turn right onto River Falls Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
River Falls Street
4
Continue on River Falls Road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
River Falls Road
5
Continue on River Falls Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
River Falls Street
6
Continue on US 29; AL 55
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
River Falls Street
7
Continue on US 84; AL 55
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
River Falls Street
8
Turn right onto AL 55
18 mi
·
20 min
·
AL 55
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on US 31; AL 55
9.3 mi
·
11 min
·
Mobile Road
Use the none lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 65
56 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 65
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 169
Toward Fairview Avenue
13
Turn slight right onto West Fairview Avenue
209 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Fairview Avenue
14
At end of road, turn right onto West Fairview Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Fairview Avenue
15
Turn left onto Norman Bridge Road
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Norman Bridge Road
16
Continue on South Decatur Street
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
South Decatur Street
17
Continue on South Union Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Union Street
18
Arrive at destination
South Union Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 1 hour and 46 minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. You can easily make the entire journey without planning for formal stops, as the direct nature of the route keeps travel fatigue to a minimum. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Andalusia, as the $14 estimate provides a good baseline for your budget. Because the majority of your time is spent on I-65, stay alert for typical interstate traffic patterns as you approach the Montgomery area. Use the simplicity of this route to your advantage by planning your arrival to coincide with your specific goals in the city.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 45.3 miles from Andalusia, AL, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.6 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.3 miles or 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montgomery, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Andalusia, 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 Andalusia, AL
This is one driving day of about 90.7 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Andalusia, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 55.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.3 mi from Andalusia, AL · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 45.3 miles from Andalusia, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Montgomery, AL
The final approach into Montgomery, 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 Montgomery, 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
$13.87 one way
$27.73 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $15.21 | $30.42 |
| premium | $4.61 | $16.46 | $32.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.15 | $40.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.52 | $4.35 |
| Efficient EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.94 | $3.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.70 | $5.80 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Montgomery, AL
Evening in Montgomery on Sunday
Local time
6:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Clio, AL
45 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
28 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
1h 46m 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 Andalusia, AL to Montgomery, AL covers 90.7 miles and takes about 1h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, AL 55, Mobile Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.3 miles from Andalusia, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.87 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 46m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (River Falls Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles (AL 55): Lane positioning matters here; at 32.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Andalusia, AL to Montgomery, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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