Origin
Dadeville, AL
Late night in Dadeville on Tuesday
Local time
5:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dadeville, AL to Prattville, AL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
67.9 mi
109 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 31m
★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dadeville, AL
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Prattville, AL
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Trip Overview
Dadeville, AL to Prattville, AL is 67.9 miles and takes about 1h 38m via US 280, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, traveling across Alabama for the entirety of the journey. It's a straightforward drive, primarily using major roads that make for a simple and efficient commute. Given its short duration, this route is ideal for a same-day trip, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination without feeling rushed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.9 miles from Dadeville, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 280 | 14.6 mi | 18m |
| Central Plank Road | 14.6 mi | 21m |
| Elmore Road | 12.9 mi | 19m |
| Rockford Highway | 8.8 mi | 13m |
| State Route 9 | 8.1 mi | 11m |
| Fairview Avenue | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Coosa River Parkway | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Old Central Plank Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 280
— 14.6 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dadeville, AL and Prattville, AL.
1
Start on AL 49
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
North Broadnax Street
2
Turn left onto US 280; AL 49
13 mi
·
15 min
·
US 280; AL 49
3
Continue on US 280; AL 22
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
US 280; AL 22
4
Turn left onto AL 22
8.8 mi
·
13 min
·
Rockford Highway
5
At end of road, turn left onto AL 9; AL 22
8.1 mi
·
11 min
·
State Route 9
6
Continue on AL 9
14 mi
·
21 min
·
Central Plank Road
7
Continue on AL 9
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Central Plank Road
8
Continue on AL 9
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Central Plank Road
9
Turn left onto US 231; AL 21
0.8 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 231; AL 21
10
Turn right onto AL 14
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Coosa River Parkway
11
Continue on AL 14
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Coosa River Parkway
12
At end of road, turn right onto AL 14
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Elmore Road
13
Continue on Fairview Avenue
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Fairview Avenue
14
Turn left onto US 31
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Memorial Drive
15
Turn right onto Wetumpka Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Wetumpka Street
16
Arrive at destination
Wetumpka Street
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of under two hours, this is a route that offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive at your destination with plenty of daylight left. Since there are no specific stops recommended, you can decide on the fly if you need to pull over for a break or a quick snack. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated cost is only $10, but it's always wise to top off before heading out, especially if you plan on doing any exploring once you reach Prattville.
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 33.9 miles from Dadeville, AL, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.6 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 15 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.9 miles or 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Prattville, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Dadeville, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dadeville, AL
This is one driving day of about 67.9 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Dadeville, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 280 for about 14.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.9 miles from Dadeville, 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 15 and 67.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
15 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
AL 22 / Rockford Highway
Turn left onto AL 22 / Rockford Highway
Navigation decision point
4
23.8 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
AL 9; AL 22 / State Route 9
At end of road, turn left onto AL 9; AL 22 / State Route 9
Navigation decision point
4
48.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
AL 14 / Coosa River Parkway
Turn right onto AL 14 / Coosa River Parkway
Navigation decision point
4
51.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
AL 14 / Elmore Road
At end of road, turn right onto AL 14 / Elmore Road
Navigation decision point
4
67.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
|
Wetumpka Street
Turn right onto Wetumpka Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.25 one way
$20.51 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.26 | $22.51 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.19 | $24.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.99 | $29.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.13 | $3.26 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.94 | $2.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.51 | $4.35 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Prattville, AL
Late night in Prattville on Tuesday
Local time
5:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
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 38m 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 drive offers a mixed experience, with 39% of the journey on highways. You'll navigate along US 280 for a significant stretch, including the longest uninterrupted segment of 14.6 miles on this particular road. The route also incorporates Central Plank Road and Elmore Road, suggesting a transition to more local or county-level thoroughfares as you progress. Expect a blend of faster-paced highway driving and potentially slower, more winding sections as you approach Prattville.
39% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.6 mi on US 280.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 15 miles in near AL 22 / Rockford Highway.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dadeville, AL to Prattville, AL is easy. At 1h 38m with 39% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15 miles (AL 22 / Rockford Highway): Navigation decision point; at 23.8 miles (AL 9; AL 22 / State Route 9): Navigation decision point; at 48.7 miles (AL 14 / Coosa River Parkway): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting in Dadeville, AL
Full guide →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 38m. Total distance: 67.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (39%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.6 miles on US 280. 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 15 miles (AL 22 / Rockford Highway): Navigation decision point; at 23.8 miles (AL 9; AL 22 / State Route 9): Navigation decision point; at 48.7 miles (AL 14 / Coosa River Parkway): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Prattville, 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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