Origin
Center Point, AL
Night in Center Point on Thursday
Local time
10:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Center Point, AL to Failetown, AL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
36m
Distance
19.6 mi
32 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Center Point, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Center Point, AL to Failetown, AL covers 19.6 miles and takes about 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on AL 69, AL 154, Wood Bluff Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.1 miles on AL 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.96 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 36m. Total distance: 19.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 36m highway drive covering 19.6 miles, with most of the trip on AL 69 and AL 154. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.1 miles on AL 69.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
AL 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 14.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AL 69 and AL 154. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near AL 69.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Center Point, AL to Failetown, AL is easy. At 36m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (AL 69): Navigation decision point; at 17.2 miles (Wood Bluff Road): Navigation decision point; at 19.6 miles (Wood Bluff Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.1 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
AL 69
At end of road, turn right onto AL 69
Navigation decision point
3
17.2 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
Wood Bluff Road
Turn left onto Wood Bluff Road
Navigation decision point
5
19.6 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
Wood Bluff Road
Turn right onto Wood Bluff Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AL 69 | 14.1 mi | 21m |
| AL 154 | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Wood Bluff Road | 2.4 mi | 9m |
| Pearl Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AL 69
— 14.1 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Center Point, AL and Failetown, AL.
1
Start on AL 154
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
AL 154
2
At end of road, turn right onto AL 69
14 mi
·
21 min
·
AL 69
3
Turn left onto Wood Bluff Road
2.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Wood Bluff Road
4
Turn slight left onto Pearl Drive
208 ft
·
14 sec
·
Pearl Drive
5
Turn right onto Wood Bluff Road
104 ft
·
4 sec
·
Wood Bluff Road
6
Arrive at destination
Wood Bluff Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.96 one way
$5.92 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.25 | $6.50 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.52 | $7.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.33 | $8.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.06 | $0.94 |
| Efficient EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.72 | $0.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.74 | $1.25 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Failetown, AL
Night in Failetown on Thursday
Local time
10:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°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
31 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
36m 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 Center Point, AL to Failetown, AL covers 19.6 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are AL 69, AL 154, Wood Bluff 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 9.8 miles from Center Point, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.96 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 Center Point, AL to Failetown, AL is easy. At 36m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (AL 69): Navigation decision point; at 17.2 miles (Wood Bluff Road): Navigation decision point; at 19.6 miles (Wood Bluff Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Center Point, AL to Failetown, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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