Origin
Trussville, AL
Late night in Trussville on Saturday
Local time
4:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Trussville, AL to Phenix City, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 41m
Distance
148.8 mi
240 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 31m
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6 AM
2h 42m
8 AM
3h 3m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 2m
8 PM
2h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trussville, AL
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Phenix City, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Trussville, AL to Phenix City, AL covers 148.8 miles and takes about 2h 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Linden Street, South Chalkville Road, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.47 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
74.4 miles from Trussville, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 41m. Total distance: 148.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 41m drive with frequent turns across 148.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Linden 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Trussville, AL to Phenix City, AL is easy. At 2h 41m 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 Trussville, AL to Phenix City, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Linden Street | — | — |
| South Chalkville Road | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| Gadsden Highway | — | — |
| John M | — | — |
| US 280 | — | — |
| US 280 East | — | — |
| Highway 280 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Linden Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Trussville, AL and Phenix City, AL.
1
Start on the route
197 ft
·
16 sec
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto Linden Street
115 ft
·
7 sec
·
Linden Street
3
Turn right onto South Chalkville Road
384 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Chalkville Road
4
Turn right onto Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
5
Continue on Gadsden Highway
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Gadsden Highway
6
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
7
Merge slight left onto John M. Harbert III Freeway
12 mi
·
12 min
·
John M. Harbert III Freeway
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 280: Mountain Brook, Childersburg
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 280: Mountain Brook, Childersburg
9
Keep slight left to continue on US 280 East: Childersburg
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 280 East: Childersburg
10
Merge slight left onto United States Highway 280
13 mi
·
17 min
·
United States Highway 280
11
Take the exit straight
91 mi
·
1 hr 52 min
12
Take the exit left toward I-85 North, US 29 North, US 280 East: Atlanta
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
I-85 North, US 29 North, US 280 East: Atlanta
13
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
14
Keep slight right
262 ft
·
6 sec
15
Merge slight left onto Columbus Parkway
21 mi
·
24 min
·
Columbus Parkway
16
Continue straight
1.5 mi
·
2 min
17
Turn left onto Opelika Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Opelika Road
18
At the end of the road, turn left onto Crawford Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Crawford Road
19
Continue on 14th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
14th Street
20
Turn straight onto 12th Avenue
269 ft
·
8 sec
·
12th Avenue
21
Continue on 13th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
13th Street
22
Turn left onto Broad Street
7 ft
·
Broad Street
23
Arrive at your 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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74.4 miles from Trussville, AL, or about 1h 20m 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 33 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.4 miles or 1h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 12m
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 Trussville, 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 Trussville, AL
This is one driving day of about 148.8 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Trussville, 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 74.4 mi from Trussville, AL · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.4 miles from Trussville, 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
$22.47 one way
$44.94 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $24.67 | $49.34 |
| premium | $4.56 | $26.71 | $53.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.85 | $65.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.6 | 0 | $15.62 | $7.14 |
| Efficient EV | 37.2 | 0 | $13.02 | $5.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.5 | 0 | $20.83 | $9.52 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Phenix City, AL
Late night in Phenix City on Saturday
Local time
5:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Vincent, AL
74 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 41m 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 Trussville, AL to Phenix City, AL covers 148.8 miles and takes about 2h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Linden Street, South Chalkville Road, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.4 miles from Trussville, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.47 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Trussville, AL to Phenix City, AL is easy. At 2h 41m 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 Trussville, AL to Phenix City, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Trussville, AL to Phenix City, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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