Origin
Dadeville, AL
Morning in Dadeville on Saturday
Local time
8:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dadeville, AL to Phenix City, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
55.8 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
7 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dadeville, AL
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Phenix City, AL
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Trip Overview
Dadeville, AL to Phenix City, AL is 55.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 10 minutes via US 280, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive stays within Alabama, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's a straightforward trip, ideal if you're looking for a quick and efficient way to get from point A to point B without significant detours. Expect mostly highway driving, making it a predictable journey for most travelers.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 55.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 95% of the drive on main roads like US 280, Columbus Parkway, and Opelika Road. You'll experience a consistent driving pace for most of the 55.8 miles. The longest stretch without a significant change in direction or road type is 32.1 miles along US 280. This highway-centric profile means you can expect a fairly uniform driving experience, with minimal time spent on slower, more winding local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 280 is the longest continuous segment at about 32.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 280 and Columbus Parkway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 280.
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 1h 10m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 280): Lane positioning matters here; at 27.5 miles (US 280): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.7 miles (US 280): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.4 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 280
Turn right onto US 280
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
9
27.5 mi into trip
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~33m in
|
US 280
Take the exit onto US 280 toward I-85 North, US 29 North, US 280 East: Atlanta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I-85 North, US 29 North, US 280 East: At...
5
30.7 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
US 280
Take the exit onto US 280 toward US 280, US 431: Opelika, Phenix City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 280, US 431: Opelika, Phenix City
5
31 mi into trip
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~38m in
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US 280
Keep slight right at fork onto US 280
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
31 mi into trip
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~38m in
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US 280; US 431 / Columbus Parkway
Merge onto US 280; US 431 / Columbus Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 280 | 32.1 mi | 39m |
| Columbus Parkway | 21.1 mi | 24m |
| Opelika Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 13th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Crawford Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 14th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North Broadnax Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 12th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 280
— 32.1 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dadeville, AL and Phenix City, AL.
1
Start on AL 49
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
North Broadnax Street
2
Turn right onto US 280
27 mi
·
33 min
·
US 280
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
3
Take the exit onto US 280
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
US 280
Toward I-85 North, US 29 North, US 280 East: Atlanta
Use the left lane.
4
Take the exit onto US 280
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
US 280
Toward US 280, US 431: Opelika, Phenix City
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 280
263 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 280
6
Merge onto US 280; US 431
21 mi
·
24 min
·
Columbus Parkway
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 280; US 431
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
US 280; US 431
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left onto Opelika Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Opelika Road
9
At end of road, turn left onto Crawford Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Crawford Road
10
Continue on 14th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
14th Street
11
Turn straight onto 12th Avenue
269 ft
·
7 sec
·
12th Avenue
12
Continue on 13th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
13th Street
13
Turn left onto Broad Street
8 ft
·
0 sec
·
Broad Street
14
Arrive at destination
Broad Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.9 mi from Dadeville, AL · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 27.9 miles from Dadeville, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.43 one way
$16.85 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.25 | $18.50 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.02 | $20.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.32 | $24.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.86 | $2.68 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.88 | $2.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.81 | $3.57 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Morning in Phenix City on Saturday
Local time
9:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
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
1h 10m 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 Dadeville, AL to Phenix City, AL covers 55.8 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 280, Columbus Parkway, Opelika 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 27.9 miles from Dadeville, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.43 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 10m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 280): Lane positioning matters here; at 27.5 miles (US 280): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.7 miles (US 280): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Dadeville, AL to Phenix City, 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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