Origin
Semmes, AL
Late night in Semmes on Thursday
Local time
1:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Semmes, AL to Phenix City, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 51m
Distance
252 mi
406 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 38m
★
6 AM
3h 51m
8 AM
4h 17m
10 AM
4h 0m
12 PM
3h 58m
3 PM
4h 1m
5 PM
4h 15m
8 PM
3h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Semmes, AL
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Phenix City, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Semmes, AL to Phenix City, AL covers 252 miles and takes about 3h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Moffett Road, Schillinger Road North, Newburn Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $38.06 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
126 miles from Semmes, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 51m drive with frequent turns across 252 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Moffett Road 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 51m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Semmes, AL to Phenix City, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Moffett Road | — | — |
| Schillinger Road North | — | — |
| Newburn Road | — | — |
| Industrial Parkway | — | — |
| I 65 North | — | — |
| I-85 North | — | — |
| US 280 | — | — |
| Columbus Parkway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Moffett Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Semmes, AL and Phenix City, AL.
1
Start on the route
118 ft
·
12 sec
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn right
131 ft
·
6 sec
3
Turn right onto Moffett Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Moffett Road
4
Turn sharp left onto Schillinger Road North
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Schillinger Road North
5
Continue on Newburn Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Newburn Road
6
Turn right onto Industrial Parkway
7.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Industrial Parkway
7
Turn left onto I 65 North: Montgomery
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 65 North: Montgomery
8
Merge slight left
158 mi
·
2 hr 49 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward I-85 North: Atlanta
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
I-85 North: Atlanta
10
Merge slight left
62 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
11
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
12
Keep slight right
262 ft
·
6 sec
13
Merge slight left onto Columbus Parkway
21 mi
·
24 min
·
Columbus Parkway
14
Continue straight
1.5 mi
·
2 min
15
Turn left onto Opelika Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Opelika Road
16
At the end of the road, turn left onto Crawford Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Crawford Road
17
Continue on 14th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
14th Street
18
Turn straight onto 12th Avenue
269 ft
·
8 sec
·
12th Avenue
19
Continue on 13th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
13th Street
20
Turn left onto Broad Street
7 ft
·
Broad Street
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 126 miles from Semmes, AL, or about 1h 55m 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 55 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 126 miles or 1h 55m 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 9m
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 Semmes, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Semmes, AL
This is one driving day of about 252 miles and 3h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Semmes, 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 126 mi from Semmes, AL · 1h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
126 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 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 126 miles from Semmes, 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
$38.06 one way
$76.12 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
88 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $41.78 | $83.56 |
| premium | $4.56 | $45.23 | $90.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $55.64 | $111.28 |
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: 88.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 75.6 | 0 | $26.46 | $12.10 |
| Efficient EV | 63 | 0 | $22.05 | $10.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 100.8 | 1 | $35.28 | $16.13 |
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% 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
Late night in Phenix City on Thursday
Local time
2:02 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
3 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
3h 51m 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 Semmes, AL to Phenix City, AL covers 252 miles and takes about 3h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Moffett Road, Schillinger Road North, Newburn Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 126 miles from Semmes, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.06 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.
This is a straightforward 3h 51m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Semmes, AL to Phenix City, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Semmes, AL to Phenix City, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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