Origin
Fleta, AL
Late night in Fleta on Wednesday
Local time
2:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fleta, AL to Montgomery, AL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
39m
Distance
20.5 mi
33 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
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6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Fleta, AL to Montgomery, AL covers 20.5 miles and takes about 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Mobile Highway, I 65, Pettus Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8 miles on Mobile Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.10 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
10.2 miles from Fleta, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 39m drive with frequent turns across 20.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Mobile Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Pettus Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 39m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Pettus Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.9 miles (US 31 / Mobile Highway): Navigation decision point; at 18.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
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Pettus Road
Turn sharp right onto Pettus Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
3.9 mi into trip
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~15m in
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US 31 / Mobile Highway
At end of road, turn right onto US 31 / Mobile Highway
Navigation decision point
5
18.1 mi into trip
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~34m in
Take the exit toward Fairview Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 169
Toward Fairview Avenue
4
18.3 mi into trip
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~34m in
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West Fairview Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto West Fairview Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
19.5 mi into trip
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~37m in
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Norman Bridge Road
Turn left onto Norman Bridge Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile Highway | 8 mi | 11m |
| I 65 | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| Pettus Road | 3.9 mi | 14m |
| West Fairview Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Norman Bridge Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Decatur Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Union Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Union Academy Ada Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Mobile Highway
— 8 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fleta, AL and Montgomery, AL.
1
Start on Union Academy Ada Road
69 ft
·
9 sec
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Union Academy Ada Road
2
Turn sharp right onto Pettus Road
3.9 mi
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14 min
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Pettus Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 31
8.0 mi
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11 min
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Mobile Highway
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
5
Merge onto I 65
5.9 mi
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6 min
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I 65
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 169
Toward Fairview Avenue
7
Turn slight right onto West Fairview Avenue
209 ft
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6 sec
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West Fairview Avenue
8
At end of road, turn right onto West Fairview Avenue
1.2 mi
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2 min
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West Fairview Avenue
9
Turn left onto Norman Bridge Road
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
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Norman Bridge Road
10
Continue on South Decatur Street
0.4 mi
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40 sec
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South Decatur Street
11
Continue on South Union Street
0.2 mi
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23 sec
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South Union Street
12
Arrive at destination
South Union Street
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 10.2 miles from Fleta, AL, or about 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8 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 20.5 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.2 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
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 Fleta, 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 Fleta, AL
This is one driving day of about 20.5 miles and 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fleta, 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 Mobile Highway for about 8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.2 mi from Fleta, AL · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 20.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.2 miles from Fleta, 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
$3.10 one way
$6.19 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.40 | $6.80 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.68 | $7.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.53 | $9.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 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 | 6.1 | 0 | $2.15 | $0.98 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.79 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.87 | $1.31 |
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
Montgomery, AL
Late night in Montgomery on Wednesday
Local time
2:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
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
39m 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 Fleta, AL to Montgomery, AL covers 20.5 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Mobile Highway, I 65, Pettus Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.2 miles from Fleta, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.10 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 39m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Pettus Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.9 miles (US 31 / Mobile Highway): Navigation decision point; at 18.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Fleta, AL to Montgomery, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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