Origin
Flomaton, AL
Afternoon in Flomaton on Thursday
Local time
1:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flomaton, AL to Dixie, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
59m
Distance
39.5 mi
64 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Flomaton, AL
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Dixie, AL
Israel Torres
Trip Overview
The drive from Flomaton, AL to Dixie, AL covers 39.5 miles and takes about 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Forrest Avenue, US 29, Palafox Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.5 miles on Forrest Avenue. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.97 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 39.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (35%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
The drive from Flomaton, AL to Dixie, AL covers 39.5 miles and takes about 59m, 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 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Forrest Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 24.5 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 early in the drive near Ringold Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Flomaton, AL to Dixie, AL is easy. At 59m with 35% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Ringold Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Palafox Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 29; US 31; AL 113): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Ringold Street
Turn right onto Ringold Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Palafox Street
Turn left onto Palafox Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 29; US 31; AL 113
At end of road, turn right onto US 29; US 31; AL 113
Navigation decision point
4
14.6 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
US 29; AL 41 / Mildred Street
Turn right onto US 29; AL 41 / Mildred Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Forrest Avenue | 24.5 mi | 36m |
| US 29 | 13.8 mi | 20m |
| Palafox Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Mildred Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Ringold Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Houston Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Forrest Avenue
— 24.5 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flomaton, AL and Dixie, AL.
1
Start on Houston Street
116 ft
·
7 sec
·
Houston Street
2
Turn right onto Ringold Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Ringold Street
3
Turn left onto Palafox Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Palafox Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 29; US 31; AL 113
14 mi
·
20 min
·
US 29; US 31; AL 113
5
Turn right onto US 29; AL 41
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Mildred Street
6
Continue on US 29; AL 41
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Forrest Avenue
7
Continue on US 29
24 mi
·
35 min
·
Forrest Avenue
8
Arrive at destination
US 29
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.8 mi from Flomaton, AL · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.8 miles from Flomaton, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dixie, AL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Dixie, AL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.97 one way
$11.93 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $6.55 | $13.10 |
| premium | $4.56 | $7.09 | $14.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.72 | $17.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.15 | $1.90 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.46 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Dixie, AL
Afternoon in Dixie on Thursday
Local time
1:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°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
26 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
59m 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 Flomaton, AL to Dixie, AL covers 39.5 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Forrest Avenue, US 29, Palafox Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.8 miles from Flomaton, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.97 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 Flomaton, AL to Dixie, AL is easy. At 59m with 35% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Ringold Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Palafox Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (US 29; US 31; AL 113): Navigation decision point.
The route from Flomaton, AL to Dixie, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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