Alabaster, AL to Opp, AL is 172.8 miles and takes about 3h 17m via I 65, with a fuel budget near $26 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Alabama, taking you through the Southeast region on primarily highway roads. Expect a direct and efficient journey, perfect for a single-day trip without needing an overnight stay. If you're looking for a straightforward drive with minimal fuss between these two points, this route fits the bill.
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
86.4 miles from Alabaster, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 35m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
123.7 mi
2h 14m
Crum Foshee Highway
17.9 mi
20m
Martin Luther King Junior Expressway
12.7 mi
15m
AL 106
9.4 mi
11m
US 84
3.8 mi
6m
West Cummings Avenue
1 mi
1m
1st Street South
1 mi
1m
South Main Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 123.7 mi, about 2h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alabaster, AL and Opp, AL.
1
Start on this road
97 ft·14 sec·this road
2
Turn left
177 ft·14 sec
3
Turn right onto US 31; AL 119
1.0 mi·1 min·1st Street South
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward I-65 South: Montgomery
5
Merge onto I 65
124 mi·2 hr 14 min·I 65
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
Toward 106, 55: Georgiana, Starlington
7
Turn left onto AL 106; AL 55
9.4 mi·11 min·AL 106; AL 55
8
Continue on AL 55
18 mi·20 min·Crum Foshee Highway
9
At end of road, turn left onto US 84; AL 55
3.8 mi·6 min·US 84; AL 55
10
Turn left onto US 29; US 84
13 mi·15 min·Martin Luther King Junior Expressway
11
Turn left
2.3 mi·3 min
12
Continue on West Cummings Avenue
1.0 mi·1 min·West Cummings Avenue
13
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.1 mi·14 sec·South Main Street
14
Turn right onto West Hart Avenue
80 ft·3 sec·West Hart Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
West Hart Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 3 hours and 17 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to take advantage of daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. You'll have one primary stop on this route, but with a longest stretch of 123.7 miles, plan your fuel and restroom breaks accordingly before you get on I 65. The fuel cost is estimated at $26, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you leave Alabaster.
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 86.4 miles from Alabaster, AL, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 123.7 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 38 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.4 miles or 1h 35m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Opp, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alabaster, 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 Alabaster, AL
This is one driving day of about 172.8 miles and 3h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Alabaster, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 123.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 156.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
125.1 mi into trip|~2h 17m in
Take the exit toward 106, 55: Georgiana, Starlington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward 106, 55: Georgiana, Starlington
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125.4 mi into trip|~2h 17m in|AL 106; AL 55
Turn left onto AL 106; AL 55
Navigation decision point
4
152.8 mi into trip|~2h 50m in|US 84; AL 55
At end of road, turn left onto US 84; AL 55
Navigation decision point
4
156.6 mi into trip|~2h 56m in|US 29; US 84 / Martin Luther King Junior Expressway
Turn left onto US 29; US 84 / Martin Luther King Junior Expressway
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.10 one way
$52.19 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg61 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$28.65
$57.30
premium
$4.56
$31.02
$62.03
diesel
$5.61
$38.15
$76.30
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
51.8
0
$18.14
$8.29
Efficient EV
43.2
0
$15.12
$6.91
EV Truck/SUV
69.1
0
$24.19
$11.06
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Alabaster, AL
Late night
in Alabaster on Tuesday
Local time
4:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Opp, AL
Late night
in Opp on Tuesday
Local time
4:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
22 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 17m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument
National Monument
In 1963, images of snarling police dogs unleashed against non-violent protesters and of children being sprayed with high-pressure hoses appeared in print and television news around the world. These dr...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is an 87% highway-focused drive, meaning you'll spend most of your time on faster roads like I 65. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 123.7 miles on I 65, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent speed. While much of the journey is on this main interstate, you will transition to roads like Crum Foshee Highway and Martin Luther King Junior Expressway as you approach your destination. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, with the highway dominating the driving experience.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 123.7 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Crum Foshee Highway. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Alabaster, AL to Opp, AL is easy. At 3h 17m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 125.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 125.4 miles (AL 106; AL 55): Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Alabaster, AL and Opp, AL, road signs point toward 55: Georgiana and Starlington.
55: Georgiana
125.1 mi in|~2h 17m
Starlington
125.1 mi in|~2h 17m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 17m. Total distance: 172.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 123.7 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 125.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 125.4 miles (AL 106; AL 55): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Opp, AL, but most travelers stay overnight.
