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Trip from Florala, AL to Montgomery, AL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 23m

Distance

116.8 mi

188 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min
4 AM
2h 13m ★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 43m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 42m
8 PM
2h 17m

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

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Downtown Florala, AL, AL

Florala, AL

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Trip Overview

This 116.8-mile drive from Florala, AL to Montgomery, AL is a straightforward journey perfect for a single day of travel, taking approximately 2 hours and 23 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with about 65% of the drive on interstate roads, making it an efficient way to get from point A to point B. With an estimated fuel cost of $18, this trip is budget-friendly. You'll be staying within the Southeast region and the state of Alabama for the entire duration. This makes it an easy and accessible trip for anyone looking to travel between these two Southern cities without needing an overnight stop.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

58.4 miles from Florala, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 65 55.6 mi 1h
Lockala Avenue 21.7 mi 30m
AL 55 19.9 mi 23m
Mobile Road 9.3 mi 11m
River Falls Street 3.9 mi 6m
Western Bypass 2.7 mi 4m
West Fairview Avenue 1.2 mi 2m
Lockhart Boulevard 0.5 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 65 — 55.6 mi, about 1h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Florala, AL and Montgomery, AL.

1

Start on Wall Street

98 ft · 11 sec · Wall Street
2

Turn sharp left onto US 331; SR 55

0.5 mi · 52 sec · 5th Avenue
3

Continue on AL 55

0.5 mi · 44 sec · Lockhart Boulevard
4

Continue on AL 55

22 mi · 30 min · Lockala Avenue
5

Turn left onto AL 55

1.9 mi · 2 min · AL 55
6

At end of road, turn right onto US 29; AL 55

2.7 mi · 4 min · Western Bypass
7

Continue on US 29; AL 55

469 ft · 16 sec · River Falls Street
8

Continue on US 84; AL 55

3.8 mi · 6 min · River Falls Street
9

Turn right onto AL 55

18 mi · 20 min · AL 55
10

Continue on US 31; AL 55

9.3 mi · 11 min · Mobile Road
11

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Use the slight right lane.
12

Merge onto I 65

56 mi · 1 hr · I 65
13

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Exit 169 Toward Fairview Avenue
14

Turn slight right onto West Fairview Avenue

209 ft · 6 sec · West Fairview Avenue
15

At end of road, turn right onto West Fairview Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · West Fairview Avenue
16

Turn left onto Norman Bridge Road

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Norman Bridge Road
17

Continue on South Decatur Street

0.4 mi · 40 sec · South Decatur Street
18

Continue on South Union Street

0.2 mi · 23 sec · South Union Street
19

Arrive at destination

South Union Street

Trip Plan

Given the short 2 hour and 23 minute duration, this trip is easily manageable in one day. Consider departing in the morning to maximize your time at your destination. Since the longest stretch without a significant change in road type is over 55 miles, plan your fuel stops accordingly, though with a total estimated fuel cost of just $18, you likely won't need many. The 116.8-mile distance allows for flexibility, so you can depart when it's most convenient for you. Keep an eye out for the transition onto and off of I-65, as this is where the bulk of your driving time will be spent.

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 58.4 miles from Florala, AL, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.6 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 26 miles or 37m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 58.4 miles or 1h 17m 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 58m

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

Before You Leave

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

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

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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 Florala, AL

This is one driving day of about 116.8 miles and 2h 23m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Florala, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 55.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Georgiana, AL, AL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Georgiana, AL

58 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

Andalusia, AL

Fuel and coffee

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

Georgiana, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 58.4 miles from Florala, 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

Vintage Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Montgomery, Alabama

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 116.8

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+13343561944

Visit website

Bluebird Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Andalusia, Alabama

2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Baristas and Barristers

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Montgomery, Alabama

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 116.8

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Prevail Union | MGM

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Montgomery, Alabama

0.9 mi

Hilltop Public House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Montgomery, Alabama

1 mi

Vintage Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 116.8

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+13343561944

Visit website

Bluebird Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 25

Andalusia, Alabama

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+13349231698

Visit website

Cook Out

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 116.8

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 10:30 am–2 pm

+18665470011

Visit website

Java-Time

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 25

Andalusia, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+13345046150

Visit website

Baristas and Barristers

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 116.8

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Prevail Union | MGM

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 116.8

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+13344168399

Visit website

Hilltop Public House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 116.8

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 6:30 am–12 pm

+13342397752

Visit website

Good Brew

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 75.1

Greenville, Alabama

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+13343712739

Visit website

Elevation Café

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 116.8

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+13349290600

Visit website

Grit and Grind Coffee Andalusia

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 25

Andalusia, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+13346667220

Visit website

JavaTime

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 25

Andalusia, Alabama

Red Tail Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 116.8

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13345174796

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 75.1

Greenville, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 75.1

Greenville, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

FLO Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 75.1

Greenville, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18883568911

Visit website

Downtown Montgomery EV Charger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 116.8

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 116.8

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 100.1

Hope Hull, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13346130212

Visit website

Flying J EV Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 100.1

Hope Hull, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13346130212

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 108.4

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

The MOOseum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 116.8

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+13342651867

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 9

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 114.4 — 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 | US 331; SR 55 / 5th Avenue

Turn sharp left onto US 331; SR 55 / 5th Avenue

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

4
22.7 mi into trip | ~32m in | AL 55

Turn left onto AL 55

Navigation decision point

5
24.6 mi into trip | ~35m in | US 29; AL 55 / Western Bypass

At end of road, turn right onto US 29; AL 55 / Western Bypass

Navigation decision point

5
58.5 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in

Take the ramp

Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.
5
114.4 mi into trip | ~2h 18m in

Take the exit toward Fairview Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 169 Toward Fairview Avenue

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.86 one way

$31.73 round trip

$3.45/gal 25.4 MPG avg 41 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $3.85 $17.70 $35.41
premium $4.15 $19.08 $38.17
diesel $3.75 $17.24 $34.49

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 40.9 kg one way.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 35 0 $12.26 $5.61
Efficient EV 29.2 0 $10.22 $4.67
EV Truck/SUV 46.7 0 $16.35 $7.48

Gas CO2

41 kg

EV CO2

14 kg (66% 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

Florala, AL

Night in Florala on Saturday

Local time

11:34 PM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Montgomery, AL

Night in Montgomery on Saturday

Local time

11:34 PM

CDT

Current temp

80°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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

2h 23m 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 leans heavily towards highway travel, with 65% of the route utilizing interstates. Expect a fairly direct and speedy experience for most of your journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 55.6 miles on I-65, offering a chance to settle in and make good time. While the majority is highway, you'll also navigate parts of Lockala Avenue and AL-55, which may offer a slight shift in scenery and pace before returning to more open road. Overall, it's a practical, highway-centric route designed for efficient transit.

65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.6 mi on I 65.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Lockala Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 331; SR 55 / 5th Avenue.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Florala, AL to Montgomery, AL is easy. At 2h 23m with 65% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 331; SR 55 / 5th Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 22.7 miles (AL 55): Navigation decision point; at 24.6 miles (US 29; AL 55 / Western Bypass): Navigation decision point.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 116.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (65%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 55.6 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: near the start (US 331; SR 55 / 5th Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 22.7 miles (AL 55): Navigation decision point; at 24.6 miles (US 29; AL 55 / Western Bypass): 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. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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