Origin
Evergreen, AL
Evening in Evergreen on Wednesday
Local time
8:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Evergreen, AL to Montgomery, AL
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
58m
Distance
36 mi
58 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Evergreen, AL
Mantas Sinkevičius
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Evergreen to Montgomery, you will cover a straightforward 34.3-mile distance in approximately 43 minutes. This trip is easily managed as a simple day trip, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. You can expect to spend about $5 on fuel for the journey, making it a very budget-friendly transit within the Southeast region. Since the route remains entirely within Alabama, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the drive. It is a practical commute for those looking to travel efficiently between these two points without unnecessary complications.
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
18 miles from Evergreen, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike long-haul interstate routes, this journey features no highway stretches, as the highway share is 0 percent. You will navigate via Cobbs Ford Road and I-85 North, though the longest uninterrupted stretch remains 0 miles on Cobbs Ford Road. Because of the technical, turning nature of the path, you should anticipate a more active driving experience than a monotonous cruise. The road requires frequent adjustments as you transition between local segments, so keep your eyes sharp on the curves.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 82 is the longest continuous segment at about 17.5 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 8.5 miles in near US 82.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 36 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 8.5 miles (US 82): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 26 miles (US 82; AL 14 / Cobbs Ford Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 34.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
8.5 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
US 82
Turn sharp right onto US 82
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
26 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
US 82; AL 14 / Cobbs Ford Road
Turn right onto US 82; AL 14 / Cobbs Ford Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
34.5 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 85 North: Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 85 North: Atlanta
6
35.2 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward Court Street, Union Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 1
Toward Court Street, Union Street
6
36 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
South Union Street
At end of road, turn left onto South Union Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 82 | 17.5 mi | 23m |
| Autauga County 40 | 8.5 mi | 20m |
| Cobbs Ford Road | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| I 85 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Arba Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Decatur Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Winnie Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Union Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 82
— 17.5 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Evergreen, AL and Montgomery, AL.
1
Start on Autauga County 40
8.5 mi
·
20 min
·
Autauga County 40
2
Turn sharp right onto US 82
17 mi
·
23 min
·
US 82
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn right onto US 82; AL 14
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
·
Cobbs Ford Road
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit
7.6 mi
·
9 min
5
Take the exit
393 ft
·
9 sec
Exit 171
Toward I-85 North: Atlanta
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 85 North: Atlanta
7
Continue on I 85
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
I 85
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 1
Toward Court Street, Union Street
9
Continue on Arba Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Arba Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Turn right onto South Decatur Street
462 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Decatur Street
11
Turn left onto Winnie Street
440 ft
·
24 sec
·
Winnie Street
12
At end of road, turn left onto South Union Street
187 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Union Street
13
Arrive at destination
South Union Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 43-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your personal schedule. With no mandatory stops required for a trip this brief, you can drive straight through without worrying about fatigue. Keep in mind that since the route relies on local roads rather than long highway stretches, traffic flow may change frequently; stay alert for turns. Budget your $5 fuel cost before heading out to ensure a stress-free arrival in Montgomery. Use this efficiency to your advantage by focusing on your arrival goals rather than planning for mid-trip rests.
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 18 miles from Evergreen, AL, or about 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.5 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 36 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montgomery, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Evergreen, 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 Evergreen, AL
This is one driving day of about 36 miles and 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Evergreen, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 82 for about 17.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18 mi from Evergreen, AL · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18 miles from Evergreen, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Montgomery, AL
The final approach into Montgomery, 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 Montgomery, 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
$5.44 one way
$10.87 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.97 | $11.94 |
| premium | $4.56 | $6.46 | $12.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.95 | $15.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.78 | $1.73 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.15 | $1.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Montgomery, AL
Evening in Montgomery on Wednesday
Local time
8:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Columbiana, AL
18 mi in
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
2 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
58m 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 Evergreen, AL to Montgomery, AL covers 36 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 82, Autauga County 40, Cobbs Ford Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18 miles from Evergreen, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.44 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 demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 36 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 8.5 miles (US 82): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 26 miles (US 82; AL 14 / Cobbs Ford Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 34.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Evergreen, AL to Montgomery, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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