Trip from Greensboro, AL to Montgomery, 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 10m

Distance

100.2 mi

161 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min

4 AM

2h 1m ★

6 AM

2h 11m

8 AM

2h 29m

10 AM

2h 17m

12 PM

2h 15m

3 PM

2h 18m

5 PM

2h 28m

8 PM

2h 5m

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

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Greensboro, AL

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Trip Overview

This 100.2-mile drive from Greensboro to Montgomery, Alabama, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking about 2 hours and 10 minutes. You'll primarily navigate on roads like Edmund Pettus Bridge, Washington Street, and AL 61, with about 31% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $15, making it an economical choice. This journey stays within the Southeast region, offering a straightforward travel experience. It's a practical option if you're looking for a relatively short and uncomplicated drive between these two Alabama locations.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

50.1 miles from Greensboro, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Edmund Pettus Bridge	34.5 mi	40m
Washington Street	28.7 mi	35m
AL 61	18.1 mi	25m
US 80	13 mi	16m
Broad Street	1.8 mi	3m
West Fairview Avenue	1.2 mi	2m
State Street	0.9 mi	1m
Norman Bridge Road	0.4 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: Edmund Pettus Bridge — 34.5 mi, about 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on AL 69

0.3 mi · 1 min · Tuscaloosa Street

Turn left onto AL 14

0.9 mi · 1 min · State Street

Turn right onto AL 61

18 mi · 25 min · AL 61

Turn left onto North Street

0.2 mi · 26 sec · North Street

Turn right onto AL 183

0.2 mi · 43 sec · East Avenue

Turn left onto US 80

29 mi · 35 min · Washington Street

Turn right onto US 80 Business; AL 22

1.8 mi · 3 min · Broad Street

Use the right lane.

Continue on US 80 Business

35 mi · 40 min · Edmund Pettus Bridge

Continue on US 80; AL 21

9.9 mi · 12 min · US 80; AL 21

Keep slight left at fork onto US 80

3.1 mi · 4 min · US 80

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Exit 169 Toward Fairview Avenue

Turn slight right onto West Fairview Avenue

209 ft · 6 sec · West Fairview Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto West Fairview Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · West Fairview Avenue

Turn left onto Norman Bridge Road

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Norman Bridge Road

Continue on South Decatur Street

0.4 mi · 40 sec · South Decatur Street

Continue on South Union Street

0.2 mi · 23 sec · South Union Street

Arrive at destination

South Union Street

Trip Plan

With a total duration of just over two hours, this route is perfect for a spontaneous day trip, offering plenty of flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, perhaps in the morning to maximize your time in Montgomery, or in the afternoon for a relaxed arrival. Since the longest stretch without a significant change is 34.5 miles, you won't need to plan for frequent fuel stops, though keeping an eye on your gauge is always wise. A specific tip for this drive: be mindful of potential traffic as you approach and traverse Washington Street in Montgomery, as it's a main artery.

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 50.1 miles from Greensboro, AL, or about 1h 7m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.5 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 22 miles or 32m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 50.1 miles or 1h 7m 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 45m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Greensboro, 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 Greensboro, AL

This is one driving day of about 100.2 miles and 2h 10m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Greensboro, AL.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on Edmund Pettus Bridge for about 34.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Selma, AL

50 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.

Popular next leg

Selma, AL to Montgomery, AL

50.1 mi · 1h 3m

Pacing Suggestions

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 100.2

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+13343561944

Visit website

Cook Out

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 100.2

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 10:30 am–2 pm

+18665470011

Visit website

The Inn Motel & Restaurant & PIZZA

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Greensboro, Alabama

+13346243031

Visit website

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 100.2

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+13349537662

Hangar 42 Coffee Shop

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 100.2

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+13342398040

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 93.1

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Downtown Montgomery EV Charger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 100.2

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 100.2

Montgomery, Alabama

InCharge Energy Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 93.1

Montgomery, Alabama

+18333994638

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 93.1

Montgomery, Alabama

Edmund Pettus Bridge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 50.1

Selma, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18004573562

The MOOseum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 100.2

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 19.4 and 97.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

19.4 mi into trip | ~28m in | North Street

Turn left onto North Street

Navigation decision point

19.5 mi into trip | ~28m in | AL 183 / East Avenue

Turn right onto AL 183 / East Avenue

Navigation decision point

19.8 mi into trip | ~29m in | US 80 / Washington Street

Turn left onto US 80 / Washington Street

Navigation decision point

48.5 mi into trip | ~1h 5m in | US 80 Business; AL 22 / Broad Street

Turn right onto US 80 Business; AL 22 / Broad Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

97.8 mi into trip | ~2h 5m in

Take the exit toward Fairview Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 169 Toward Fairview Avenue

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.13 one way

$30.27 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 35 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$16.61	$33.22
premium	$4.56	$17.98	$35.97
diesel	$5.61	$22.12	$44.25

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: 35.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	30.1	$10.52	$4.81
Efficient EV	25.1	$8.77	$4.01
EV Truck/SUV	40.1	$14.03	$6.41

Gas CO2

35 kg

EV CO2

12 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

Greensboro, AL

Morning in Greensboro on Sunday

Local time

11:40 AM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Montgomery, AL

Morning in Montgomery on Sunday

Local time

11:40 AM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

79°F

Selma, AL

50 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

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

2h 10m 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 mixed drive on this route, featuring approximately 31% highway travel interspersed with local roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 34.5 miles on Edmund Pettus Bridge, offering a sustained period of driving. As you progress, the road character will likely shift between faster highway sections and more localized routes, requiring you to adapt your driving style. This variety means it's not a monotonous interstate cruise but rather a dynamic journey that keeps you engaged behind the wheel.

31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.

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

Longest single stretch: 34.5 mi on Edmund Pettus Bridge.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

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 around 19.4 miles in near North Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 2h 10m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 19.4 miles (North Street): Navigation decision point; at 19.5 miles (AL 183 / East Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 19.8 miles (US 80 / Washington Street): Navigation decision point.

About the Cities

Arriving in Montgomery, AL

Full guide →

Montgomery is the capital of Alabama, in the River Heritage region of the state. Montgomery has also been recognized nationally for its downtown revitalization and new urbanism projects.

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 10m. Total distance: 100.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (31%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 34.5 miles on Edmund Pettus Bridge. 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 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Greensboro, AL to Montgomery, 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

Vintage Cafe

Baristas and Barristers

Vintage Cafe

Cook Out

The Inn Motel & Restaurant & PIZZA

Baristas and Barristers

Prevail Union | MGM

Hilltop Public House

Elevation Café

Red Tail Cafe

Rickenbacker's Touch & Go Coffee Shop

Hangar 42 Coffee Shop

Tesla Supercharger

Downtown Montgomery EV Charger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Red E Charging Station

InCharge Energy Charging Station

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Edmund Pettus Bridge

The MOOseum

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Greensboro, AL

Montgomery, AL

Same local time

2 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 10m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

About the Cities

Arriving in Montgomery, 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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