Origin
Prattville, AL
Late night in Prattville on Wednesday
Local time
4:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Prattville, AL to Sylacauga, AL
Data updated 1 second ago
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
65.3 mi
105 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
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6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Prattville, AL
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Sylacauga, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Prattville, AL to Sylacauga, AL covers 65.3 miles and takes about 1h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 231, AL 14, Fairview Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 46 miles on US 231. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.86 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
32.7 miles from Prattville, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 23m highway drive covering 65.3 miles, with most of the trip on US 231 and AL 14. The longest continuous stretch is about 46 miles on US 231.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 231 is the longest continuous segment at about 46 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
817 ft
183 ft
Total Climb
719 ft
Total Descent
503 ft
Highest Point
817 ft
~56 mi in
Elevation Range
634 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 231 and AL 14. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 31 / North Memorial Drive.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Prattville, AL to Sylacauga, AL is easy. At 1h 23m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 31 / North Memorial Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (Fairview Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 16.4 miles (AL 14 / Coosa River Parkway): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 31 / North Memorial Drive
At end of road, turn left onto US 31 / North Memorial Drive
Navigation decision point
3
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Fairview Avenue
Turn right onto Fairview Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
16.4 mi into trip
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~26m in
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AL 14 / Coosa River Parkway
Turn left onto AL 14 / Coosa River Parkway
Navigation decision point
5
65.3 mi into trip
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~1h 22m in
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Norton Avenue
Turn right onto Norton Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
65.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 231 | 46 mi | 52m |
| AL 14 | 12.5 mi | 18m |
| Fairview Avenue | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Coosa River Parkway | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Wetumpka Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Memorial Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Norton Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 231
— 46 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prattville, AL and Sylacauga, AL.
1
Start on Wetumpka Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Wetumpka Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 31
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
North Memorial Drive
3
Turn right onto Fairview Avenue
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Fairview Avenue
4
Continue on AL 14
13 mi
·
18 min
·
AL 14
5
Turn left onto AL 14
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Coosa River Parkway
6
Turn left onto US 231; AL 21
46 mi
·
52 min
·
US 231; AL 21
7
Turn left onto West 4th Street
447 ft
·
14 sec
·
West 4th Street
8
Turn right onto Norton Avenue
199 ft
·
7 sec
·
Norton Avenue
9
Turn right
173 ft
·
12 sec
10
Arrive at 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 32.7 miles from Prattville, AL, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46 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 65.3 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.7 miles or 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sylacauga, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Prattville, 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 Prattville, AL
This is one driving day of about 65.3 miles and 1h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Prattville, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 231 for about 46 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.7 mi from Prattville, AL · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 65.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.7 miles from Prattville, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sylacauga, AL
The final approach into Sylacauga, 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 Sylacauga, 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
$9.86 one way
$19.72 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.83 | $21.65 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.72 | $23.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.42 | $28.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.86 | $3.13 |
| Efficient EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.14 | $4.18 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Sylacauga, AL
Late night in Sylacauga on Wednesday
Local time
4:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 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
1h 23m 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 Prattville, AL to Sylacauga, AL covers 65.3 miles and takes about 1h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 231, AL 14, Fairview Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.7 miles from Prattville, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.86 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 Prattville, AL to Sylacauga, AL is easy. At 1h 23m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 31 / North Memorial Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (Fairview Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 16.4 miles (AL 14 / Coosa River Parkway): Navigation decision point.
The route from Prattville, AL to Sylacauga, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 183 ft to 817 ft elevation with about 719 ft of total climbing.
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