Origin
Odenville, AL
Night in Odenville on Wednesday
Local time
11:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Odenville, AL to Phenix City, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 5m
Distance
147.9 mi
238 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 54m
★
6 AM
3h 5m
8 AM
3h 28m
10 AM
3h 13m
12 PM
3h 11m
3 PM
3h 15m
5 PM
3h 27m
8 PM
2h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Odenville, AL
Magda Ehlers
Phenix City, AL
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Trip Overview
Spanning 147.9 miles, your journey from Odenville to Phenix City is a straightforward trek across Alabama that takes approximately 3 hours and 5 minutes. Since the drive is manageable within a single day, you likely won't need an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Plan for a fuel budget of about $23 to cover the distance comfortably. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major routes, primarily US 280, which serves as the backbone of this trip. Navigating through the Southeast, this route offers a practical connection between your origin and destination without requiring complex detours. It is an ideal choice for travelers looking for an efficient, no-nonsense path between these two Alabama locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.9 miles from Odenville, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience with 81% of your time spent on high-speed roads. The route gains momentum quickly, featuring a longest uninterrupted stretch of 69.3 miles on US 280 where you can maintain a steady pace. As you transition onto the Western Bypass and Columbus Parkway, the character of the road shifts to accommodate regional traffic flow. While the drive is efficient, the mix of highway stretches and local bypasses keeps the experience varied enough to avoid the monotony of a single interstate corridor. You will find that the road surface remains consistent, allowing you to focus on the miles ahead as you make your way toward the Georgia border.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
1st Avenue 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 Odenville, AL to Phenix City, AL is easy. At 3h 5m 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 Odenville, AL to Phenix City, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Avenue | — | — |
| Burgess Drive | — | — |
| State Route 174 | — | — |
| Martin Street North | — | — |
| AL 77 | — | — |
| Western Bypass | — | — |
| Rockford Highway | — | — |
| I-85 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
1st Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Odenville, AL and Phenix City, AL.
1
Start on Alabama Street
249 ft
·
17 sec
·
Alabama Street
2
Turn left onto 1st Avenue
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
1st Avenue
3
Turn right onto Burgess Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Burgess Drive
4
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
5
Turn left onto State Route 174
10 mi
·
13 min
·
State Route 174
6
At the end of the road, turn right onto Martin Street North
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Martin Street North
7
Take the ramp slight left
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
8
Merge slight left
8.9 mi
·
9 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward AL 77: Talladega, Lincoln
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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AL 77: Talladega, Lincoln
10
Turn right
9.7 mi
·
13 min
11
Turn right onto Western Bypass
23 mi
·
26 min
·
Western Bypass
12
Continue on Rockford Highway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Rockford Highway
13
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
14
Merge slight left
64 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
15
Take the exit left toward I-85 North, US 29 North, US 280 East: Atlanta
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
I-85 North, US 29 North, US 280 East: Atlanta
16
Take the exit slight right toward US 280, US 431: Opelika, Phenix City
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
US 280, US 431: Opelika, Phenix City
17
Keep slight right
262 ft
·
6 sec
18
Merge slight left onto Columbus Parkway
21 mi
·
24 min
·
Columbus Parkway
19
Continue straight
1.5 mi
·
2 min
20
Turn left onto Opelika Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Opelika Road
21
At the end of the road, turn left onto Crawford Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Crawford Road
22
Continue on 14th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
14th Street
23
Turn straight onto 12th Avenue
269 ft
·
8 sec
·
12th Avenue
24
Continue on 13th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
13th Street
25
Turn left onto Broad Street
7 ft
·
Broad Street
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a three-hour drive, departing early in the morning allows you to reach Phenix City by midday, leaving you plenty of time for your primary objectives. You should plan for one scheduled stop to stretch your legs and refresh, which fits perfectly into the middle of your trip. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge when you hit the longest 69.3-mile stretch on US 280 to ensure you aren't caught off guard between service points. Since you are staying within Alabama for the duration of the 147.9-mile trip, you don't need to worry about major regional regulatory changes, but staying alert for traffic shifts on the Western Bypass is highly recommended for a smooth arrival.
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 73.9 miles from Odenville, AL, or about 1h 32m 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 33 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.9 miles or 1h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 32m
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 Odenville, 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 Odenville, AL
This is one driving day of about 147.9 miles and 3h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Odenville, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.9 mi from Odenville, AL · 1h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.9 miles from Odenville, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.34 one way
$44.67 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $24.52 | $49.04 |
| premium | $4.56 | $26.55 | $53.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.65 | $65.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.53 | $7.10 |
| Efficient EV | 37 | 0 | $12.94 | $5.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.2 | 0 | $20.71 | $9.47 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Late night in Phenix City on Thursday
Local time
12:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°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
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
3h 5m 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 Odenville, AL to Phenix City, AL covers 147.9 miles and takes about 3h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 1st Avenue, Burgess Drive, State Route 174. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.9 miles from Odenville, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.34 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Odenville, AL to Phenix City, AL is easy. At 3h 5m 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 Odenville, AL to Phenix City, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Odenville, AL to Phenix City, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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