Origin
Lanett, AL
Evening in Lanett on Wednesday
Local time
6:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lanett, AL to Phenix City, AL
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
48m
Distance
44.1 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lanett, AL
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Phenix City, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lanett, AL to Phenix City, AL covers 44.1 miles and takes about 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North 4th Street, North Gilmer Avenue, 3rd Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.66 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
22.1 miles from Lanett, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 48m drive with frequent turns across 44.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 4th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Lanett, AL to Phenix City, AL is easy. At 48m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lanett, AL to Phenix City, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 4th Street | — | — |
| North Gilmer Avenue | — | — |
| 3rd Avenue | — | — |
| West 7th Street | — | — |
| 2nd Avenue | — | — |
| East 10th Street | — | — |
| I-185 South | — | — |
| Chet Atkins Parkway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North 4th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lanett, AL and Phenix City, AL.
1
Start on North Lanier Avenue
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Lanier Avenue
2
Turn right onto North 4th Street
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
·
North 4th Street
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto North Gilmer Avenue
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Gilmer Avenue
4
Continue on 3rd Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
3rd Avenue
5
Turn right onto West 7th Street
400 ft
·
13 sec
·
West 7th Street
6
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
2nd Avenue
7
Continue on East 10th Street
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
East 10th Street
8
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
9
Turn right
14 mi
·
19 min
10
Continue straight
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
11
Take the ramp right toward I-185 South: Columbus
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I-185 South: Columbus
12
Merge slight left onto Chet Atkins Parkway
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Chet Atkins Parkway
13
Take the exit slight right toward GA 540, GA 22, US 80: Phenix City Alabama, Macon
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
GA 540, GA 22, US 80: Phenix City Alabama, Macon
14
Keep slight right to continue on GA 22 West, US 80 West: Phenix City, Alabama
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
GA 22 West, US 80 West: Phenix City, Alabama
15
Merge slight left onto J.R. Allen Freeway
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
J.R. Allen Freeway
16
Continue on Phenix City North Bypass
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Phenix City North Bypass
17
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
18
Turn left onto Summerville Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Summerville Road
19
Continue on Broad Street
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Broad Street
20
Arrive at your destination
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 22.1 miles from Lanett, AL, or about 24m into the drive.
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 10 miles or 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.1 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Phenix City, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Lanett, AL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lanett, AL
This is one driving day of about 44.1 miles and 48m.
At 44.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.1 mi from Lanett, AL · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.1 miles from Lanett, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Phenix City, AL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Phenix City, 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
$6.66 one way
$13.32 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.31 | $14.62 |
| premium | $4.56 | $7.92 | $15.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.74 | $19.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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
Evening in Phenix City on Wednesday
Local time
7:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Hamilton, GA
22 mi in
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
48m 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 Lanett, AL to Phenix City, AL covers 44.1 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 4th Street, North Gilmer Avenue, 3rd Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.1 miles from Lanett, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.66 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 Lanett, AL to Phenix City, AL is easy. At 48m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lanett, AL to Phenix City, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lanett, AL to Phenix City, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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