Origin
Brewton, AL
Late night in Brewton on Thursday
Local time
3:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brewton, AL to Alabaster, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 16m
Distance
170.6 mi
274 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 4m
★
6 AM
3h 16m
8 AM
3h 40m
10 AM
3h 24m
12 PM
3h 22m
3 PM
3h 26m
5 PM
3h 39m
8 PM
3h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brewton, AL
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Alabaster, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Brewton, AL to Alabaster, AL covers 170.6 miles and takes about 3h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, Douglas Avenue, North Jackson Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 144.6 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.76 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
85.3 miles from Brewton, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 16m. Total distance: 170.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 16m highway drive covering 170.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and Douglas Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 144.6 miles on I 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 144.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Douglas Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Belleville Avenue.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 16m 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 (Belleville Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 31 / Saint Joseph Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 23.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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
|
~0m in
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Belleville Avenue
Turn right onto Belleville Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 31 / Saint Joseph Avenue
Turn sharp left onto US 31 / Saint Joseph Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
23.5 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
7
169 mi into trip
|
~3h 13m in
Take the exit toward US 31, AL 3: Alabaster, Saginaw
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 31, AL 3: Alabaster, Saginaw
5
170.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 15m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 144.6 mi | 2h 36m |
| Douglas Avenue | 14.2 mi | 21m |
| North Jackson Street | 8.1 mi | 12m |
| 1st Street South | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Jackson | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| US 84 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Saint Joseph Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Bob Teller Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 144.6 mi, about 2h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brewton, AL and Alabaster, AL.
1
Start on Bob Teller Drive
177 ft
·
9 sec
·
Bob Teller Drive
2
Turn right onto Belleville Avenue
103 ft
·
10 sec
·
Belleville Avenue
3
Turn sharp left onto US 31
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Saint Joseph Avenue
4
Turn slight left onto US 31
14 mi
·
21 min
·
Douglas Avenue
5
Continue on US 31
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Jackson
6
Continue on US 31
8.1 mi
·
12 min
·
North Jackson Street
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
8
Turn slight right onto Conecuh County 58
124 ft
·
4 sec
·
Conecuh County 58
9
At end of road, turn left onto US 84
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
US 84
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
11
Merge onto I 65
145 mi
·
2 hr 36 min
·
I 65
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward US 31, AL 3: Alabaster, Saginaw
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn slight left onto US 31
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Street South
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn left
177 ft
·
18 sec
15
Turn right
97 ft
·
7 sec
16
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 85.3 miles from Brewton, AL, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 144.6 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 38 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.3 miles or 1h 42m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alabaster, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Brewton, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Brewton, AL
This is one driving day of about 170.6 miles and 3h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Brewton, 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 144.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 85.3 mi from Brewton, AL · 1h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
85 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 85.3 miles from Brewton, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 144.6 miles.
Arriving in Alabaster, AL
The final approach into Alabaster, 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 Alabaster, AL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.76 one way
$51.53 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
60 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $28.28 | $56.57 |
| premium | $4.56 | $30.62 | $61.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.67 | $75.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 51.2 | 0 | $17.91 | $8.19 |
| Efficient EV | 42.7 | 0 | $14.93 | $6.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 68.2 | 0 | $23.88 | $10.92 |
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Alabaster, AL
Late night in Alabaster on Thursday
Local time
3:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°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
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
3h 16m 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 Brewton, AL to Alabaster, AL covers 170.6 miles and takes about 3h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, Douglas Avenue, North Jackson 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 85.3 miles from Brewton, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.76 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 16m 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 (Belleville Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 31 / Saint Joseph Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 23.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Brewton, AL to Alabaster, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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