Trip from Daleville, AL to Phenix City, AL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 30m

Distance

119.2 mi

192 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min

4 AM

2h 21m ★

6 AM

2h 31m

8 AM

2h 51m

10 AM

2h 38m

12 PM

2h 36m

3 PM

2h 39m

5 PM

2h 50m

8 PM

2h 25m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Daleville, AL

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city and county seat of Russell County, Alabama, United States

Phenix City, AL

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Trip Overview

This 119.2-mile drive from Daleville, AL to Phenix City, AL is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. You'll navigate primarily along North Eufaula Avenue, US 431, and US 84, with a significant portion on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $18, it's an economical journey through Alabama's Southeast region. The mixed driving profile means you'll experience a variety of road types, making it a straightforward and efficient route for getting between these two points without needing an overnight stay.

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

59.6 miles from Daleville, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
North Eufaula Avenue	42.5 mi	51m
US 431	42.3 mi	52m
US 84	18.7 mi	23m
Reeves Street	6.6 mi	8m
Ross Clark Circle	3.7 mi	6m
Martin Luther King Jr Parkway South	2.9 mi	3m
Daleville Avenue	1 mi	2m
Martin Luther King Jr Parkway North	0.7 mi	1m

Longest stretch: North Eufaula Avenue — 42.5 mi, about 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Daleville, AL and Phenix City, AL.

Start on this road

205 ft · 9 sec · this road

Turn right onto AL 85

1.0 mi · 2 min · Daleville Avenue

Turn left onto US 84

19 mi · 23 min · US 84

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto US 84; US 231; AL 210

3.7 mi · 6 min · Ross Clark Circle

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto US 431 Business

6.6 mi · 8 min · Reeves Street

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 431

0.3 mi · 18 sec · US 431

Continue on US 431

1.5 mi · 1 min · US 431

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 431; AL 134

20 mi · 23 min · US 431; AL 134

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 431

2.2 mi · 2 min · US 431

Continue on US 431

3.6 mi · 4 min · US 431

Continue on US 431

2.6 mi · 2 min · US 431

Continue on US 431

12 mi · 17 min · US 431

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 82; US 431

43 mi · 51 min · North Eufaula Avenue

Use the left / straight lanes.

Continue on US 431

2.9 mi · 3 min · Martin Luther King Jr Parkway South

Continue on Martin Luther King Jr Parkway North

0.7 mi · 1 min · Martin Luther King Jr Parkway North

Turn straight onto General Colin Powell Parkway

0.1 mi · 11 sec · General Colin Powell Parkway

Continue on Broad Street

0.5 mi · 50 sec · Broad Street

Arrive at destination

Broad Street

Trip Plan

Given the 2-hour and 30-minute duration for this 119.2-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility for departure time. Consider an early start to enjoy less traffic, especially if you prefer to avoid potential congestion in urban areas. With only one recommended stop, you can easily break up the drive as needed, perhaps around the halfway point or when you feel the need for a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $18, and it’s always wise to top off before setting out on a route that includes a 42.5-mile stretch on a single road.

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 59.6 miles from Daleville, AL, or about 1h 14m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.5 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 26 miles or 35m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 59.6 miles or 1h 14m 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 3m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Phenix City, AL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Daleville, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Daleville, AL

This is one driving day of about 119.2 miles and 2h 30m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Daleville, 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 North Eufaula Avenue for about 42.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Abbeville, AL

60 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

Dothan, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Abbeville, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 59.6 miles from Daleville, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

River Nile Cafe Westside

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Dothan, Alabama

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 17

Hours: 8:30 am–4 pm

+13346991099

Visit website

The Seed Coffee + Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Columbus, Georgia

0.4 mi

Harvest Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Columbus, Georgia

1.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

The Bean Bro

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Daleville, Alabama

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10

Hours: 5 am–6 pm

Visit website

Downtown Donuts Daleville

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Daleville, Alabama

0.1 mi

The SittingRoom

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Daleville, Alabama

0.1 mi

River Nile Cafe Westside

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 17

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 8:30 am–4 pm

+13346991099

Visit website

The Seed Coffee + Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 119.2

Columbus, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16573511249

Visit website

Eternals

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Daleville, Alabama

Hours: 8 am–10:30 pm

+17864700448

Visit website

Harvest Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 119.2

Columbus, Georgia

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+17062218792

Visit website

AAFES Exchange Mobile Center

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Fort Rucker, Alabama

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+13345039044

Celebrations Dothan

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 17

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13347010162

Visit website

Starbucks

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 17

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 4:30 am–9 pm

+13344054861

Visit website

Todd Farms

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 25.5

Headland, Alabama

Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm

+13346932004

Visit website

The Bean Bro

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10

Daleville, Alabama

Hours: 5 am–6 pm

Visit website

Downtown Donuts Daleville

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10

Daleville, Alabama

Hours: 4:30 am–6 pm

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 119.2

Phenix City, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 17

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13347946736

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 34

Headland, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 34

Headland, Alabama

Hours: 5 am–10 pm

+13346932451

Adventureland Theme Park - Dothan AL

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 17

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+13346860360

Visit website

National Civil War Naval Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 119.2

Columbus, Georgia

Hours: 10 am–4:30 pm

+17063279798

Visit website

Fort Rucker Commissary

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Fort Rucker, Alabama

Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm

+13342556671

Visit website

Museum of Wonder Drive Thru

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 102.1

Seale, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Dothan Nurseries Greenhouse, Gardens, & Gifts

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 25.5

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+13347946774

Visit website

Studio Fades Barbershop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm

+13348056422

J.Y. Tea

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 17

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

Kitty Couture Boutique

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 17

Dothan, Alabama

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+13346180738

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

4 of 4

4 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 23.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | AL 85 / Daleville Avenue

Turn right onto AL 85 / Daleville Avenue

Navigation decision point

1.1 mi into trip | ~2m in | US 84

Turn left onto US 84

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

19.8 mi into trip | ~25m in | US 84; US 231; AL 210 / Ross Clark Circle

Turn left onto US 84; US 231; AL 210 / Ross Clark Circle

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

23.5 mi into trip | ~32m in | US 431 Business / Reeves Street

Turn left onto US 431 Business / Reeves Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.00 one way

$36.00 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 42 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$19.76	$39.52
premium	$4.56	$21.39	$42.79
diesel	$5.61	$26.32	$52.64

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 41.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	35.8	$12.52	$5.72
Efficient EV	29.8	$10.43	$4.77
EV Truck/SUV	47.7	$16.69	$7.63

Gas CO2

42 kg

EV CO2

14 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 15, 2026

Origin

Daleville, AL

Late night in Daleville on Sunday

Local time

5:32 AM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Phenix City, AL

Morning in Phenix City on Sunday

Local time

6:32 AM

EDT

Current temp

78°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

53°F

Abbeville, AL

60 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

2 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

2h 30m 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 varied driving experience on this route, with 54% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a mix of faster road sections and potentially more local roads as you progress. The longest continuous stretch without a significant change in road type is 42.5 miles on North Eufaula Avenue, offering a solid period of consistent driving. This profile suggests a drive that isn't entirely monotonous but also doesn't demand constant attention to complex turns or sharp gradients, providing a comfortable pace for most drivers.

54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.

18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 42.5 mi on North Eufaula Avenue.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AL 85 / Daleville Avenue.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 2h 30m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (AL 85 / Daleville Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (US 84): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.8 miles (US 84; US 231; AL 210 / Ross Clark Circle): Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

496 ft 238 ft

Total Climb

378 ft

Total Descent

492 ft

Highest Point

496 ft

~51.1 mi in

Elevation Range

259 ft

About the Cities

Arriving in Phenix City, AL

Full guide →

Columbus is a city in Georgia's Classic Heartland, near the Chattahoochee River and bordering Alabama. It is known for its Southern hospitality, unique attractions, and proximity to Fort Benning.

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 2h 30m. Total distance: 119.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (54%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 42.5 miles on North Eufaula Avenue. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Phenix City, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Daleville, AL to Phenix City, AL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

River Nile Cafe Westside

The Bean Bro

River Nile Cafe Westside

The Seed Coffee + Cafe

Eternals

Harvest Coffee Co.

AAFES Exchange Mobile Center

Celebrations Dothan

Starbucks

Todd Farms

The Bean Bro

Downtown Donuts Daleville

The SittingRoom

Wild Honey Coffee - Central Park

Dakota Coffee Works

The Coffee Zone

The Bean Bro

Starbucks

ChargePoint Charging Station

Nissan Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

FLO Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

CITGO Food Shop

Adventureland Theme Park - Dothan AL

National Civil War Naval Museum

Fort Rucker Commissary

Museum of Wonder Drive Thru

Dothan Nurseries Greenhouse, Gardens, & Gifts

Studio Fades Barbershop

J.Y. Tea

Kitty Couture Boutique

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Daleville, AL

Phenix City, AL

1 hour later

2 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 30m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Elevation Profile

About the Cities

Arriving in Phenix City, AL

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

How this page is built

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