Origin
Poarch, AL
Afternoon in Poarch on Thursday
Local time
2:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Poarch, AL to Pollard, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
54m
Distance
34.5 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Poarch, AL
Muhammad Nabeel
Trip Overview
The drive from Poarch, AL to Pollard, AL covers 34.5 miles and takes about 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on AL 113, I 65, Poarch Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.4 miles on AL 113. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.21 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 34.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 54m highway drive covering 34.5 miles, with most of the trip on AL 113 and I 65. The longest continuous stretch is about 13.4 miles on AL 113.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
AL 113 is the longest continuous segment at about 13.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AL 113 and I 65. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.8 miles in near AL 21.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 54m 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: at 3.8 miles (AL 21): Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 15.7 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.
3
3.8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
AL 21
Turn left onto AL 21
Navigation decision point
3
4.6 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
15.7 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 69
5
29.4 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
US 29; US 31
At end of road, turn left onto US 29; US 31
Navigation decision point
5
34.5 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
Richmond Avenue
Turn right onto Richmond Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AL 113 | 13.4 mi | 16m |
| I 65 | 11.2 mi | 11m |
| Poarch Road | 3.8 mi | 14m |
| US 29 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Old US Hwy 31 | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| AL 21 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Misella Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Richmond Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AL 113
— 13.4 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Poarch, AL and Pollard, AL.
1
Start on Poarch Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Poarch Road
2
Continue on Poarch Road
3.5 mi
·
13 min
·
Poarch Road
3
Turn left onto AL 21
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
AL 21
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
5
Merge onto I 65
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 65
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 69
7
Turn right onto AL 113
13 mi
·
16 min
·
AL 113
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 29; US 31
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 29; US 31
9
Turn right onto Old US Hwy 31
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Old US Hwy 31
10
Turn slight right onto Misella Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Misella Street
11
Turn right onto Richmond Avenue
114 ft
·
5 sec
·
Richmond Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
Richmond Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.3 mi from Poarch, AL · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.3 miles from Poarch, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pollard, AL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Pollard, 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
$5.21 one way
$10.42 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.72 | $11.44 |
| premium | $4.56 | $6.19 | $12.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.62 | $15.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Pollard, AL
Afternoon in Pollard on Thursday
Local time
2:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°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
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
54m 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 Poarch, AL to Pollard, AL covers 34.5 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are AL 113, I 65, Poarch Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.3 miles from Poarch, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.21 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 54m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.8 miles (AL 21): Navigation decision point; at 4.6 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 15.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Poarch, AL to Pollard, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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