Origin
Brundidge, AL
Late night in Brundidge on Sunday
Local time
2:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brundidge, AL to Montgomery, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
58.5 mi
94 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brundidge, AL
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 58.5-mile drive from Brundidge to Montgomery, Alabama, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 231, Woodley Road, and McGehee Road, the journey is almost entirely on highway, making for efficient travel. With an estimated fuel cost of $9, this route is budget-friendly for a short excursion. It's a convenient option for those looking to connect these two locations within the Southeast region without a significant time commitment. You won't need to worry about overnight stays for this particular journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 231 | 52.5 mi | 1h 5m |
| Woodley Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| McGehee Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Mc Gehee Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South A. Graham Boulevard | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| East Fairview Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Norman Bridge Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Decatur Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 231
— 52.5 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brundidge, AL and Montgomery, AL.
1
Start on AL 10
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
South A Graham Boulevard
2
Continue on AL 10
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
South A. Graham Boulevard
3
Turn right onto US 231
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
US 231
Toward US 231 North, AL 10 West: Troy
4
Continue on US 231; AL 10
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 231; AL 10
5
Continue on US 231; AL 10
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
US 231; AL 10
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on US 231; AL 10
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US 231; AL 10
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 231; AL 10
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 231; AL 10
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 231; AL 10
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 231; AL 10
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 231; AL 10
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 231; AL 10
10
Continue on US 231; AL 10
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
US 231; AL 10
11
Continue on US 231; AL 10
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 231; AL 10
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 231; AL 10
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 231; AL 10
13
Continue on US 231
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
US 231
14
Continue on US 231
36 mi
·
42 min
·
US 231
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on McGehee Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
McGehee Road
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on Mc Gehee Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Mc Gehee Road
17
Continue on Woodley Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Woodley Road
18
Continue on East Fairview Avenue
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
East Fairview Avenue
19
Turn right onto Norman Bridge Road
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Norman Bridge Road
20
Continue on South Decatur Street
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
South Decatur Street
21
Continue on South Union Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Union Street
22
Arrive at destination
South Union Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.2 miles from Brundidge, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 57.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 231
Turn right onto US 231 toward US 231 North, AL 10 West: Troy
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 231 North, AL 10 West: Troy
4
57.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
Norman Bridge Road
Turn right onto Norman Bridge Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.83 one way
$17.67 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.70 | $19.40 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.50 | $21.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.92 | $25.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.14 | $2.81 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.12 | $2.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.19 | $3.74 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Montgomery, AL
Late night in Montgomery on Sunday
Local time
2:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Troy, AL
29 mi in
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
30 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 16m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for 90% of this 58.5-mile route. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 52.5 miles along US 231. This means you'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roads designed for steady travel. The drive is characterized by its consistent pace, offering a predictable and uncomplicated journey. You'll experience minimal interruptions from local traffic as you cover the distance between Brundidge and Montgomery.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 52.5 mi on US 231.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 231 and Woodley Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near US 231.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Brundidge, AL to Montgomery, AL is easy. At 1h 16m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (US 231): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.5 miles (Norman Bridge Road): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Arriving in Montgomery, AL
Full guide →Montgomery is the capital of Alabama, in the River Heritage region of the state. Montgomery has also been recognized nationally for its downtown revitalization and new urbanism projects.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 58.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 52.5 miles on US 231. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (US 231): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.5 miles (Norman Bridge Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Montgomery, AL before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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