Origin
Fairfield, AL
Morning in Fairfield on Sunday
Local time
7:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairfield, AL to Prattville, 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 16m
Distance
102.2 mi
164 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 7m
★
6 AM
2h 17m
8 AM
2h 36m
10 AM
2h 23m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 24m
5 PM
2h 35m
8 PM
2h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairfield, AL
Taryn Elliott
Prattville, AL
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Trip Overview
Fairfield, AL to Prattville, AL is 102.2 miles and takes about 2h 16m via I 65 and AL 55, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive primarily through Alabama's Southeast region. You'll be spending a good portion of your time on the interstate, making it a practical choice for a quick trip or when you need to cover ground efficiently. Given its relatively short duration, this route is ideal for a single-day journey without feeling rushed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.1 miles from Fairfield, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 53.7 mi | 57m |
| AL 55 | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| Mobile Road | 9.3 mi | 11m |
| Loango Road | 8.5 mi | 20m |
| South Boulevard | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| Memorial Drive | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Birmingham Highway | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Ealum Mill Road | 2.3 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 53.7 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairfield, AL and Prattville, AL.
1
Start on CR 7
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Judge Smith Road
2
Turn right onto CR 7
8.5 mi
·
20 min
·
Loango Road
3
Continue on CR 7
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Ealum Mill Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto CR 107
204 ft
·
10 sec
·
County Road 107
5
Turn right onto County Road 82
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
County Road 82
6
Turn sharp left onto AL 55
12 mi
·
14 min
·
AL 55
7
Continue on US 31; AL 55
9.3 mi
·
11 min
·
Mobile Road
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 65
54 mi
·
57 min
·
I 65
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 168
Toward US 80, US 82
11
Turn left onto US 80; US 82; AL 21
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
South Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
12
At end of road, turn left onto US 31
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Birmingham Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 31
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Memorial Drive
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn left onto Wetumpka Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Wetumpka Street
15
Arrive at destination
Wetumpka Street
Trip Plan
Since this 102.2-mile trip takes just over two hours, you can easily complete it in one day. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight, especially if you prefer to avoid driving after dark. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, you won't need to worry excessively about frequent refueling stops, though it's always wise to top off before you leave Fairfield. The longest stretch without a break is 53.7 miles on I 65, so plan a quick stop before or after this segment if you like to stretch your legs.
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 51.1 miles from Fairfield, AL, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.7 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 22 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.1 miles or 1h 15m 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 50m
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 Fairfield, 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 Fairfield, AL
This is one driving day of about 102.2 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Fairfield, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 53.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.1 miles from Fairfield, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 12.7 and 88.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
12.7 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
CR 107 / County Road 107
At end of road, turn left onto CR 107 / County Road 107
Navigation decision point
5
13.1 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
AL 55
Turn sharp left onto AL 55
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
34.7 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
88.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
Take the exit toward US 80, US 82
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 168
Toward US 80, US 82
6
88.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
|
US 80; US 82; AL 21 / South Boulevard
Turn left onto US 80; US 82; AL 21 / South Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.43 one way
$30.87 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $16.94 | $33.89 |
| premium | $4.56 | $18.34 | $36.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.56 | $45.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.73 | $4.91 |
| Efficient EV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.94 | $4.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.9 | 0 | $14.31 | $6.54 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Morning in Prattville on Sunday
Local time
7:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph
0% chance
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
21 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 16m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 largely a highway-focused drive, with about 65% of it on major highways like I 65 and AL 55. You'll encounter a 53.7-mile stretch on I 65, which offers a consistent pace. The majority of your drive will involve this higher-speed travel, interspersed with sections on Mobile Road. Expect a practical driving experience rather than a winding, scenic tour, as the focus is on reaching your destination efficiently.
65% 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: 53.7 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and AL 55. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 12.7 miles in near CR 107 / County Road 107.
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 16m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 12.7 miles (CR 107 / County Road 107): Navigation decision point; at 13.1 miles (AL 55): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 34.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 16m. Total distance: 102.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53.7 miles on I 65. 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 12.7 miles (CR 107 / County Road 107): Navigation decision point; at 13.1 miles (AL 55): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 34.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
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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