Origin
Troy, AL
Morning in Troy on Wednesday
Local time
6:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Troy, AL to Montgomery, AL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
46.9 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
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6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Troy, AL
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit between Troy and Montgomery, this 46.9-mile connection is an efficient choice. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 1 minute on the road, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of roughly $7, this drive is as affordable as it is brief. You will spend the vast majority of your time traveling along the US 231 corridor, which connects these two Southeast Alabama hubs. Since the entire route is contained within the same region, you can easily complete the trip in one go without needing an overnight stay. It is a highly practical path for anyone needing to move between these cities with minimal logistical planning.
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
23.5 miles from Troy, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 84% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm on US 231, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 39.2 miles. Starting on Trojan Way, you will quickly transition onto the main highway to cover the bulk of the distance. As you approach Montgomery, the route utilizes Woodley Road to guide you into the city limits. Because the majority of the drive is highway-based, you can expect a consistent pace throughout the hour-long commute.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Walnut Street 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 Troy, AL to Montgomery, AL is easy. At 1h 1m 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 Troy, AL to Montgomery, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Walnut Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North 3 Notch Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Fairview Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Orion Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Trojan Way | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| McGehee Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mc Gehee Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Woodley Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East Walnut Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy, AL and Montgomery, AL.
1
Start on the route
89 ft
·
9 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Walnut Street
3
Turn right onto North 3 Notch Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
North 3 Notch Street
4
Turn left onto West Fairview Avenue
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
West Fairview Avenue
5
Turn right onto Orion Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Orion Street
6
Turn straight onto Trojan Way
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Trojan Way
7
Turn right
3.1 mi
·
3 min
8
Continue straight
36 mi
·
42 min
9
Continue on McGehee Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
McGehee Road
10
Continue on Mc Gehee Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Mc Gehee Road
11
Continue on Woodley Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Woodley Road
12
Continue on East Fairview Avenue
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
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East Fairview Avenue
13
Turn right onto Norman Bridge Road
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
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Norman Bridge Road
14
Continue on South Decatur Street
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
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South Decatur Street
15
Continue on South Union Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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South Union Street
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, direct drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your own schedule. You should keep in mind that since there are no designated stops included in this 46.9-mile stretch, it is best to ensure your tank is ready for the trip before you head out. Budgeting approximately $7 for fuel is a safe estimate for the drive. Given the duration of just over an hour, you won't need to worry about complex pacing or rest stops. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay focused on the US 231 corridor, as it serves as the backbone of your travel and will get you to Montgomery most reliably.
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 23.5 miles from Troy, AL, or about 30m 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 46.9 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.5 miles or 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montgomery, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Troy, 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 Troy, AL
This is one driving day of about 46.9 miles and 1h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Troy, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.5 mi from Troy, AL · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 46.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.5 miles from Troy, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Montgomery, AL
The final approach into Montgomery, 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 Montgomery, 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
$7.08 one way
$14.17 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.78 | $15.55 |
| premium | $4.56 | $8.42 | $16.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.35 | $20.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.92 | $2.25 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.57 | $3.00 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Montgomery, AL
Morning in Montgomery on Wednesday
Local time
6:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Clio, AL
23 mi in
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 1m 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 Troy, AL to Montgomery, AL covers 46.9 miles and takes about 1h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Walnut Street, North 3 Notch Street, West Fairview Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.5 miles from Troy, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.08 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 Troy, AL to Montgomery, AL is easy. At 1h 1m 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 Troy, AL to Montgomery, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Troy, AL to Montgomery, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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