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Trip from Ashford, AL to Pennsylvania, AL

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 57m

Distance

196.7 mi

316 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 45m ★
6 AM
3h 58m
8 AM
4h 24m
10 AM
4h 7m
12 PM
4h 4m
3 PM
4h 8m
5 PM
4h 22m
8 PM
3h 50m

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

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Downtown Ashford, AL, AL

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Downtown Pennsylvania, AL, AL

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Trip Overview

The drive from Ashford, AL to Pennsylvania, AL covers 196.7 miles and takes about 3h 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 84, I 65, River Falls Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 78.8 miles on US 84. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.71 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

98.3 miles from Ashford, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 6m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 57m. Total distance: 196.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 57m highway drive covering 196.7 miles, with most of the trip on US 84 and I 65. The longest continuous stretch is about 78.8 miles on US 84.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 78.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and I 65. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 84.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 3h 57m 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: at 0.5 miles (US 84): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.9 miles (AL 27; AL 88; AL 134 / North Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 72.6 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

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

6
0.5 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 84

Turn right onto US 84

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
39.9 mi into trip | ~55m in | AL 27; AL 88; AL 134 / North Main Street

Enter roundabout onto AL 27; AL 88; AL 134 / North Main Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

3
72.6 mi into trip | ~1h 33m in | North Main Street

Turn left onto North Main Street

Navigation decision point

4
122.3 mi into trip | ~2h 36m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

5
195.8 mi into trip | ~3h 55m in

Take the exit toward 430: Satsuma, Creola

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward 430: Satsuma, Creola

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 84 78.8 mi 1h 40m
I 65 73.3 mi 1h 18m
River Falls Street 25.6 mi 32m
US 31 6.9 mi 8m
North Main Street 4.6 mi 5m
West Cummings Avenue 3 mi 4m
East Stewart Avenue 0.7 mi 1m
South Main Street 0.6 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 84 — 78.8 mi, about 1h 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ashford, AL and Pennsylvania, AL.

1

Start on CR 55

0.5 mi · 58 sec · North Broadway Street
2

Turn right onto US 84

0.6 mi · 43 sec · US 84
Use the left lane.
3

Continue on US 84

38 mi · 52 min · US 84
Use the left lane.
4

Turn straight onto AL 88; AL 134

0.6 mi · 51 sec · South Main Street
5

Continue on AL 27; AL 88; AL 134

4.2 mi · 5 min · North Main Street
6

Continue on US 84

26 mi · 30 min · US 84
7

Continue on this road

1.4 mi · 2 min · this road
8

Continue on East Stewart Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · East Stewart Avenue
9

Turn left onto North Main Street

0.4 mi · 31 sec · North Main Street
10

Turn right onto West Cummings Avenue

3.0 mi · 4 min · West Cummings Avenue
11

Continue on this road

0.3 mi · 31 sec · this road
12

Turn right onto US 84

13 mi · 15 min · US 84
13

Take the exit onto US 84

217 ft · 5 sec · US 84
14

Turn slight right onto US 84; AL 55

26 mi · 32 min · River Falls Street
Use the straight lane.
15

Continue on US 31; US 84

6.9 mi · 8 min · US 31; US 84
16

Turn right onto US 84

0.9 mi · 58 sec · US 84
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec
18

Merge onto I 65

73 mi · 1 hr 18 min · I 65
19

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward 430: Satsuma, Creola
20

Turn right onto US 43

0.5 mi · 47 sec · US 43
21

Turn slight right

190 ft · 8 sec
22

Turn slight right

0.2 mi · 58 sec
23

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

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 98.3 miles from Ashford, AL, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.8 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 43 miles or 59m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 98.3 miles or 2h 6m 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 18m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Ashford, 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 Ashford, AL

This is one driving day of about 196.7 miles and 3h 57m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Ashford, 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 US 84 for about 78.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 98.3 mi from Ashford, AL · 2h 6m into the drive

city in Covington County, Alabama, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Andalusia, AL

98 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

Enterprise, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Andalusia, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 98.3 miles from Ashford, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 84 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.8 miles.

Arriving in Pennsylvania, AL

The final approach into Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania, AL.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Broadway Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ashford, Alabama

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Inexpensiv

Hours: 5 am–2 pm

+13348998711

Visit website

Rise & Grind Ashford

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ashford, Alabama

0 mi

MS LINDA'S

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Elba, Alabama

0.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Dakota Coffee Works

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Dothan, Alabama

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 14

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+13346992555

Visit website

Dakota Coffee Works

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Enterprise, Alabama

1 mi

The Bean Bro

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Enterprise, Alabama

1 mi

Broadway Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Inexpensiv

Ashford, Alabama

Hours: 5 am–2 pm

+13348998711

Visit website

Rise & Grind Ashford

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0 mi from route $10 to $20

Ashford, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+13343502440

MS LINDA'S

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 56.2

Elba, Alabama

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+13342826844

Visit website

Celebrations Dothan

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 14

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13347010162

Visit website

The Outpost Casual Dine In / Take Out

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 42.1

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 4:30 am–8 pm

+13343300125

Visit website

Ranch House, LLC

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 56.2

Elba, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+13348973240

Visit website

River Nile Cafe Westside

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 14

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 8:30 am–4 pm

+13346991099

Visit website

Annie's Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 42.1

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+13343476622

Visit website

Dakota Coffee Works

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 14

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+13346992555

Visit website

The Bean Bro Roastery & Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 28.1

Daleville, Alabama

Hours: 8 am–4:30 pm

Dakota Coffee Works

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 42.1

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+13343935500

Visit website

The Bean Bro

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 42.1

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 5 am–6 pm

+13344170771

Visit website

Wild Honey Coffee - Central Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 14

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+13344790261

Visit website

Waymaker Cafè

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Inexpensiv mile 56.2

Elba, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+13344006104

Downtown Donuts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv mile 42.1

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 4:30 am–6 pm

+13347631099

Libby Lu's

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 14

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Nissan Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 14

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13347946736

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 14

Dothan, Alabama

+13349446400

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 154.5

Atmore, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 14

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 42.1

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

InCharge Charging Station

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 14

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

+18333994638

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 14

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 14

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Adventureland Theme Park - Dothan AL

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 14

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+13346860360

Visit website

J.Y. Tea

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 14

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

Sixtel Bottle & Growler House

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 42.1

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 12–8 pm

+13344752042

Visit website

The Social on Main Tapas Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 42.1

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 5–11 pm

+13344170687

Visit website

Kitty Couture Boutique

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 14

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+13346180738

Well Rooted CBD Dispensary + Boutique

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 14

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+13346188065

Visit website

Park Place Shopping Center

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 42.1

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

Visit website

Techway Automotive of Enterprise

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 42.1

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

+13348359063

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$29.71 one way

$59.41 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 69 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $32.61 $65.22
premium $4.56 $35.31 $70.61
diesel $5.61 $43.43 $86.86

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 68.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 59 0 $20.65 $9.44
Efficient EV 49.2 0 $17.21 $7.87
EV Truck/SUV 78.7 0 $27.54 $12.59

Gas CO2

69 kg

EV CO2

23 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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Ashford, AL

Evening in Ashford on Friday

Local time

5:32 PM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pennsylvania, AL

Evening in Pennsylvania on Friday

Local time

5:32 PM

CDT

Current temp

81°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

1 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 57m 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 Ashford, AL to Pennsylvania, AL covers 196.7 miles and takes about 3h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 84, I 65, River Falls Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 98.3 miles from Ashford, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.71 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 57m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 84): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.9 miles (AL 27; AL 88; AL 134 / North Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 72.6 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point.

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

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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