Origin
Centre, AL
Evening in Centre on Sunday
Local time
6:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Centre, AL to Phenix City, AL
Drive Time
3h 29m
Distance
154.5 mi
249 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 17m
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6 AM
3h 29m
8 AM
3h 54m
10 AM
3h 38m
12 PM
3h 36m
3 PM
3h 39m
5 PM
3h 53m
8 PM
3h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Centre, AL
Muhammad Nabeel
Phenix City, AL
FranDany
Trip Overview
Traveling from Centre to Phenix City covers 154.5 miles through the heart of Southeast Alabama. You should budget approximately 3 hours and 29 minutes of drive time, making this a straightforward journey that easily fits into a single day of travel. With an estimated fuel cost of $24, it is an affordable route for a quick trip between these two regions. Because the duration is manageable, you will likely find that one stop is sufficient to keep you refreshed behind the wheel. Whether you are heading south for business or a weekend visit, this route offers a practical connection across the state.
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
77.2 miles from Centre, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed driving profile, requiring you to navigate both major thoroughfares and smaller local roads. You will spend about 50% of your time on highways, utilizing a combination of Martha Berry Highway, Chet Atkins Parkway, and US 27. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 31.7 miles along the Martha Berry Highway, which provides a consistent rhythm to your drive. Expect the road conditions to shift as you transition between these different roadway types throughout the 154.5-mile journey.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Martha Berry Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 31.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 411 Business / West Main Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 154.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 411 Business / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 31.4 miles (South College Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.4 miles (US 27; GA 1; GA 100): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 411 Business / West Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 411 Business / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
31.4 mi into trip
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~50m in
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South College Street
At end of road, turn right onto South College Street
Navigation decision point
6
33.4 mi into trip
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~54m in
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US 27; GA 1; GA 100
At end of road, turn left onto US 27; GA 1; GA 100
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
146.6 mi into trip
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~3h 17m in
Take the exit toward GA 540, GA 22, US 80: Phenix City Alabama, Macon
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.
Exit 10
Toward GA 540, GA 22, US 80: Phenix City Alabam...
6
146.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward GA 22 West, US 80 West: Phenix City, Alabama
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward GA 22 West, US 80 West: Phenix City, Ala...
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Centre, AL to Phenix City, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Macon along the way.
Macon
146.6 mi in
|
~3h 17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Martha Berry Highway | 31.7 mi | 37m |
| Chet Atkins Parkway | 31 mi | 33m |
| US 27 | 23.4 mi | 30m |
| US 411 | 19.3 mi | 28m |
| North Park Street | 11.4 mi | 17m |
| New Franklin Road | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| Hamilton Road | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| Cave Spring Road | 4.7 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
Martha Berry Highway
— 31.7 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Centre, AL and Phenix City, AL.
1
Start on AL 283
314 ft
·
5 sec
·
Cedar Bluff Road
2
Turn slight left
109 ft
·
6 sec
3
Turn left onto AL 283
408 ft
·
14 sec
·
North River Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 411 Business
2.2 mi
·
3 min
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West Main Street
5
Turn straight onto US 411
19 mi
·
28 min
·
US 411
6
Turn right onto Old Cedartown Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Cedartown Road
7
Continue on Cave Spring Cedartown Road Southwest
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Cave Spring Cedartown Road Southwest
8
Continue on Old Cave Spring Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Cave Spring Road
9
Continue on Cave Spring Road
4.7 mi
·
8 min
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Cave Spring Road
10
Continue on North Cave Spring Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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North Cave Spring Street
11
At end of road, turn left onto Wissahickon Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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Wissahickon Avenue
12
At end of road, turn right onto South College Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South College Street
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 278; GA 6; GA 100
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Canal Street
14
Turn right onto US 27 Business; GA 1 Business
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 27; GA 1; GA 100
23 mi
·
30 min
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US 27; GA 1; GA 100
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 27; GA 1
11 mi
·
17 min
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North Park Street
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 27; GA 1
32 mi
·
37 min
·
Martha Berry Highway
Use the none lane.
18
Continue on US 27; GA 1
7.5 mi
·
11 min
·
New Franklin Road
Use the none lane.
19
Continue on US 27; US 29; GA 1; GA 14
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Morgan Street
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on US 27; GA 1; GA 219
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Whitesville Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
21
Turn left onto US 27; GA 1
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Hamilton Road
Use the none lane.
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 185 South: Columbus
23
Merge onto I 185
31 mi
·
33 min
·
Chet Atkins Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 10
Toward GA 540, GA 22, US 80: Phenix City Alabama, Macon
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward GA 22 West, US 80 West: Phenix City, Alabama
26
Merge onto US 80; GA 22; GA 540
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
J.R. Allen Freeway
Use the straight lane.
27
Continue on US 80
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Phenix City North Bypass
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
29
Turn left onto Summerville Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Summerville Road
30
Continue on Broad Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Broad Street
31
Arrive at destination
Broad Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a one-day trip, your best bet is to depart early to avoid potential traffic fluctuations along your route. Plan for one dedicated stop to stretch your legs, especially since you have nearly 3.5 hours of time in the car. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, keeping in mind that the $24 estimate can vary based on your vehicle's efficiency and local gas prices. Because you are navigating a mix of roads including US 27, stay alert for changes in speed limits when transitioning from highway stretches to local sections. Embracing the flexibility of this shorter distance allows you to set your own pace without the pressure of an overnight stay.
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 77.2 miles from Centre, AL, or about 1h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.7 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 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.2 miles or 1h 53m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Phenix City, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Centre, 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 Centre, AL
This is one driving day of about 154.5 miles and 3h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Centre, 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 Martha Berry Highway for about 31.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 77.2 mi from Centre, AL · 1h 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 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 77.2 miles from Centre, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Phenix City, AL
The final approach into Phenix City, 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 Phenix City, 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
$23.62 one way
$47.24 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $25.91 | $51.81 |
| premium | $4.61 | $28.04 | $56.08 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $34.32 | $68.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.4 | 0 | $16.22 | $7.42 |
| Efficient EV | 38.6 | 0 | $13.52 | $6.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.8 | 0 | $21.63 | $9.89 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Phenix City, AL
Evening in Phenix City on Sunday
Local time
7:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 29m 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 Centre, AL to Phenix City, AL covers 154.5 miles and takes about 3h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Martha Berry Highway, Chet Atkins Parkway, US 27. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 77.2 miles from Centre, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.62 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 demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 154.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 411 Business / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 31.4 miles (South College Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.4 miles (US 27; GA 1; GA 100): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Centre, AL to Phenix City, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Macon along the way.
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