Origin
Cedar Bluff, AL
Late night in Cedar Bluff on Sunday
Local time
2:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cedar Bluff, AL to Bluffton, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
31.1 mi
50 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cedar Bluff, AL
Tom Fisk
Bluffton, AL
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Trip Overview
Cedar Bluff to Bluffton is 31.1 miles and takes about 59 minutes via Clarence E Chestnut Jr Bypass, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Southeast region, specifically Alabama, making it a convenient local drive. Expect a route with plenty of turns, typical of smaller county roads. With its brief duration and low fuel cost, this trip is ideal for a quick excursion or an add-on to a larger journey, offering a straightforward transition between two Alabama locales.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Clarence E Chestnut Jr Bypass | 13.9 mi | 20m |
| Cherokee County 29 | 4.8 mi | 11m |
| Cherokee County 8 | 3.5 mi | 8m |
| Cherokee County 45 | 2.9 mi | 10m |
| Cedar Bluff Road | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| State Route 9 | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| County Road 29 | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Weiss Lake Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Clarence E Chestnut Jr Bypass
— 13.9 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Bluff, AL and Bluffton, AL.
1
Start on Old Hwy 9
44 ft
·
7 sec
·
Old Hwy 9
2
Turn right onto AL 68
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
South Weiss Lake Drive
3
At end of road, turn right onto AL 9; AL 68
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 9
4
Continue on AL 9; AL 68
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Cedar Bluff Road
5
Turn left onto AL 9
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Armory Road
6
Turn left onto US 411
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Clarence E Chestnut Jr Bypass
7
Turn right onto County Road 29
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 29
8
Continue on Cherokee County 29
4.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Cherokee County 29
9
Continue on Cherokee County 45
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Cherokee County 45
10
Continue on Cherokee County 45
2.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Cherokee County 45
11
Turn left onto Cherokee County 8
3.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Cherokee County 8
12
Arrive at destination
Cherokee County 8
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.5 miles from Cedar Bluff, 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
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 19.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
AL 68 / South Weiss Lake Drive
Turn right onto AL 68 / South Weiss Lake Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
AL 9; AL 68 / State Route 9
At end of road, turn right onto AL 9; AL 68 / State Route 9
Navigation decision point
3
5.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
AL 9 / Armory Road
Turn left onto AL 9 / Armory Road
Navigation decision point
4
5.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 411 / Clarence E Chestnut Jr Bypass
Turn left onto US 411 / Clarence E Chestnut Jr Bypass
Navigation decision point
4
19.5 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
County Road 29
Turn right onto County Road 29
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.70 one way
$9.39 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.16 | $10.31 |
| premium | $4.56 | $5.58 | $11.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.87 | $13.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.27 | $1.49 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Bluffton, AL
Late night in Bluffton on Sunday
Local time
2:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Cave Spring, GA
16 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
1 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
59m 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?
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating a series of turns rather than cruising on long, straight stretches. With only an 8% highway share, most of your time will be spent on local roads, specifically mentioning Cherokee County 29 and Cherokee County 8. The longest continuous segment you'll encounter is 13.9 miles on Clarence E Chestnut Jr Bypass. Prepare for a driving experience that requires constant attention to navigation, as the road's personality is defined by frequent directional changes.
Only 8% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.9 mi on Clarence E Chestnut Jr Bypass.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AL 68 / South Weiss Lake Drive.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Cedar Bluff, AL to Bluffton, AL is easy. At 59m with 8% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AL 68 / South Weiss Lake Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (AL 9; AL 68 / State Route 9): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (AL 9 / Armory Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 31.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (8%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.9 miles on Clarence E Chestnut Jr Bypass. 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: near the start (AL 68 / South Weiss Lake Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (AL 9; AL 68 / State Route 9): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (AL 9 / Armory Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bluffton, 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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