Origin
Dixie, AL
Night in Dixie on Wednesday
Local time
10:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dixie, AL to Atmore, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
53.1 mi
85 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Dixie, AL to Atmore, 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 South Boulevard, US 29, Forrest Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 28.2 miles on South Boulevard. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.02 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
26.5 miles from Dixie, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Dixie, AL to Atmore, AL covers 53.1 miles and takes about 1h 19m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 28.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 24.9 miles in near US 29; US 31 / South Boulevard.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Dixie, AL to Atmore, AL is easy. At 1h 19m with 45% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 24.9 miles (US 29; US 31 / South Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 53.1 miles (AL 21 / Main 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
24.9 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
US 29; US 31 / South Boulevard
Turn left onto US 29; US 31 / South Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
53.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
AL 21 / Main Street
Turn left onto AL 21 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Boulevard | 28.2 mi | 42m |
| US 29 | 23.7 mi | 35m |
| Forrest Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Mildred Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Boulevard
— 28.2 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dixie, AL and Atmore, AL.
1
Start on US 29
24 mi
·
35 min
·
US 29
2
Continue on US 29; AL 41
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Forrest Avenue
3
Continue on US 29; AL 41
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Mildred Street
4
Turn left onto US 29; US 31
28 mi
·
42 min
·
South Boulevard
5
Turn left onto AL 21
57 ft
·
1 sec
·
Main Street
6
Arrive at destination
AL 21
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 26.5 miles from Dixie, AL, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.2 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 12 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.5 miles or 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Atmore, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Dixie, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dixie, AL
This is one driving day of about 53.1 miles and 1h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Dixie, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on South Boulevard for about 28.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.5 mi from Dixie, AL · 39m 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 Dixie, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Atmore, AL
The final approach into Atmore, 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.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
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
Atmore, AL
Night in Atmore on Wednesday
Local time
10:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°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 cooler 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 Dixie, AL to Atmore, 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 South Boulevard, US 29, Forrest Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.5 miles from Dixie, 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 Dixie, AL to Atmore, AL is easy. At 1h 19m with 45% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 24.9 miles (US 29; US 31 / South Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 53.1 miles (AL 21 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Dixie, AL to Atmore, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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