Origin
Atmore, AL
Evening in Atmore on Thursday
Local time
5:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Atmore, AL to Dixie, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
53.1 mi
85 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Atmore, AL
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Dixie, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Atmore, AL to Dixie, AL covers 53.1 miles and takes about 1h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Nashville Avenue, Forrest Avenue, Mildred Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 28.2 miles on East Nashville Avenue. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 53.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 19m drive with frequent turns across 53.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Nashville Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 28.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 31 / East Nashville Avenue.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Atmore, AL to Dixie, AL is easy. At 1h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 31 / East Nashville Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 28.2 miles (US 29; AL 41 / Mildred Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 31 / East Nashville Avenue
Turn right onto US 31 / East Nashville Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
28.2 mi into trip
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~42m in
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US 29; AL 41 / Mildred Street
Turn right onto US 29; AL 41 / Mildred Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Nashville Avenue | 28.2 mi | 42m |
| Forrest Avenue | 24.5 mi | 36m |
| Mildred Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| US 29 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Nashville Avenue
— 28.2 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Atmore, AL and Dixie, AL.
1
Start on AL 21
57 ft
·
5 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 31
28 mi
·
42 min
·
East Nashville Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 29; AL 41
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Mildred Street
4
Continue on US 29; AL 41
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Forrest Avenue
5
Continue on US 29
24 mi
·
35 min
·
Forrest Avenue
6
Arrive at destination
US 29
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.5 mi from Atmore, AL · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.5 miles from Atmore, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dixie, AL
The final approach into Dixie, AL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.02 one way
$16.04 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.80 | $17.61 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.53 | $19.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.72 | $23.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.58 | $2.55 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.65 | $2.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.43 | $3.40 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Dixie, AL
Evening in Dixie on Thursday
Local time
5:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
27 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 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 Atmore, AL to Dixie, AL covers 53.1 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Nashville Avenue, Forrest Avenue, Mildred Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.5 miles from Atmore, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.02 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.
The drive from Atmore, AL to Dixie, AL is easy. At 1h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 31 / East Nashville Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 28.2 miles (US 29; AL 41 / Mildred Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Atmore, AL to Dixie, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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