Origin
Pollard, AL
Afternoon in Pollard on Thursday
Local time
1:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pollard, AL to Poarch, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
55m
Distance
34.8 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 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
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 Pollard, AL to Poarch, AL covers 34.8 miles and takes about 55m 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 13.6 miles on AL 113. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.26 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 34.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m 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 55m highway drive covering 34.8 miles, with most of the trip on AL 113 and I 65. The longest continuous stretch is about 13.6 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 13.6 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 early in the drive near Elizabeth Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 55m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Elizabeth Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Old US Hwy 31): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (US 29; US 31): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Elizabeth Avenue
Turn right onto Elizabeth Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Old US Hwy 31
Turn left onto Old US Hwy 31
Navigation decision point
3
1.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 29; US 31
At end of road, turn left onto US 29; US 31
Navigation decision point
4
18.7 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
6
30.1 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward SR 21: Atmore, Uriah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 57
Toward SR 21: Atmore, Uriah
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Pollard, AL to Poarch, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Uriah along the way.
Uriah
30.1 mi in
|
~38m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AL 113 | 13.6 mi | 16m |
| I 65 | 11.2 mi | 11m |
| Poarch Road | 3.8 mi | 14m |
| US 29 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Old US Hwy 31 | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| AL 21 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Elizabeth Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Richmond Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AL 113
— 13.6 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pollard, AL and Poarch, AL.
1
Start on Richmond Avenue
251 ft
·
13 sec
·
Richmond Avenue
2
Turn right onto Elizabeth Avenue
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Elizabeth Avenue
3
Turn left onto Old US Hwy 31
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Old US Hwy 31
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 29; US 31
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
US 29; US 31
5
Turn right onto AL 113
14 mi
·
16 min
·
AL 113
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
7
Merge onto I 65
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 65
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 57
Toward SR 21: Atmore, Uriah
9
Turn left onto AL 21
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
AL 21
10
Turn right onto Poarch Road
3.5 mi
·
13 min
·
Poarch Road
11
Continue on Poarch Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Poarch Road
12
Arrive at destination
Poarch Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.4 mi from Pollard, AL · 24m 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 34.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.4 miles from Pollard, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Poarch, AL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Poarch, 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
$5.26 one way
$10.51 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.77 | $11.54 |
| premium | $4.56 | $6.25 | $12.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.68 | $15.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.2 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 | $3.65 | $1.67 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
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
Poarch, AL
Afternoon in Poarch on Thursday
Local time
1:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
55m 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 Pollard, AL to Poarch, AL covers 34.8 miles and takes about 55m 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 17.4 miles from Pollard, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.26 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 55m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Elizabeth Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Old US Hwy 31): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (US 29; US 31): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Pollard, AL to Poarch, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Uriah along the way.
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