Origin
Loxley, AL
Evening in Loxley on Sunday
Local time
5:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Loxley, AL to Phenix City, AL
Drive Time
4h 40m
Distance
246.1 mi
396 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 27m
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6 AM
4h 41m
8 AM
5h 8m
10 AM
4h 50m
12 PM
4h 47m
3 PM
4h 51m
5 PM
5h 6m
8 PM
4h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Phenix City, AL
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Loxley to Phenix City covers 246.1 miles across Alabama, making for a straightforward journey that typically takes about 4 hours and 40 minutes. Because the trip is well under the threshold for an overnight stay, you can easily complete this drive in a single day. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major corridors, specifically I-65, I-85, and Columbus Parkway. Budgeting around $38 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent cultural and geographic landscape throughout the drive. It is a practical, efficient route that serves as a reliable connection between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
123 miles from Loxley, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 94% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You should prepare for a significant interstate experience, as your longest uninterrupted stretch spans 132.9 miles along I-65. While the pace is generally fast and consistent, the character of the road transitions as you move from the interstate system toward the local infrastructure of Columbus Parkway. Expect a steady, predictable flow of traffic rather than technical maneuvers or winding backroads. It is the type of drive where you can settle into a rhythm, though you should stay alert as you exit the major interstates and navigate the final approach into Phenix City.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 132.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 85. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 158.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 246.1 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 158.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 159.2 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 221 miles (US 280): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
158.8 mi into trip
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~2h 59m in
Take the exit toward I-85 North: Atlanta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 171
Toward I-85 North: Atlanta
5
159.2 mi into trip
|
~3h in
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I 85
Merge onto I 85
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
221 mi into trip
|
~4h 7m in
|
US 280
Take the exit onto US 280 toward US 280, US 431: Opelika, Phenix City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 280, US 431: Opelika, Phenix City
5
221.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 8m in
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US 280
Keep slight right at fork onto US 280
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
221.3 mi into trip
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~4h 8m in
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US 280; US 431 / Columbus Parkway
Merge onto US 280; US 431 / Columbus Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 132.9 mi | 2h 23m |
| I 85 | 61.8 mi | 1h 7m |
| Columbus Parkway | 21.1 mi | 24m |
| US 31 | 12.5 mi | 17m |
| Hickory Street | 9 mi | 11m |
| Rabun Road | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| US 280 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Opelika Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 132.9 mi, about 2h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Loxley, AL and Phenix City, AL.
1
Start on US 90; AL 59
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Hickory Street
2
Continue on US 31; AL 59
13 mi
·
17 min
·
US 31; AL 59
3
Continue on AL 287
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Rabun Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
5
Merge onto I 65
133 mi
·
2 hr 23 min
·
I 65
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 171
Toward I-85 North: Atlanta
7
Merge onto I 85
62 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 85
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit onto US 280
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
US 280
Toward US 280, US 431: Opelika, Phenix City
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 280
263 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 280
10
Merge onto US 280; US 431
21 mi
·
24 min
·
Columbus Parkway
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 280; US 431
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
US 280; US 431
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn left onto Opelika Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Opelika Road
13
At end of road, turn left onto Crawford Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Crawford Road
14
Continue on 14th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
14th Street
15
Turn straight onto 12th Avenue
269 ft
·
7 sec
·
12th Avenue
16
Continue on 13th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
13th Street
17
Turn left onto Broad Street
8 ft
·
0 sec
·
Broad Street
18
Arrive at destination
Broad Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4 hour and 40 minute trip, aim to depart early to avoid potential congestion on the busier stretches of I-65. Since the route is manageable in one day, you only need to plan for one strategic stop to break up the long 132.9-mile stretch. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during that primary interstate leg to ensure you do not run low between service intervals. Because the drive is primarily highway-based, the flexibility of a single-day trip allows you to adjust your departure time based on real-time traffic conditions. Use the data to pace yourself, ensuring you stay refreshed for the transition onto Columbus Parkway as you near your final destination.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 123 miles from Loxley, AL, or about 2h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 132.9 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 123 miles or 2h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 46m
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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Open the route before leaving Loxley, 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 Loxley, AL
This is one driving day of about 246.1 miles and 4h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Loxley, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 132.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 123 mi from Loxley, AL · 2h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
123 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 123 miles from Loxley, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 132.9 miles.
Arriving in Phenix City, AL
The final approach into Phenix City, 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 Phenix City, AL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.62 one way
$75.24 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
86 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $41.27 | $82.53 |
| premium | $4.61 | $44.67 | $89.33 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $54.67 | $109.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 73.8 | 0 | $25.84 | $11.81 |
| Efficient EV | 61.5 | 0 | $21.53 | $9.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 98.4 | 1 | $34.45 | $15.75 |
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Sunday
Local time
6:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
5 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
4h 40m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Loxley, AL to Phenix City, AL covers 246.1 miles and takes about 4h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, I 85, Columbus Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 123 miles from Loxley, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.62 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 246.1 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 158.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 159.2 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 221 miles (US 280): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Loxley, AL to Phenix City, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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