Spanning 99.7 miles, this trek from Kimberly to Prattville is a straightforward journey through the heart of Alabama. You should expect to spend about 1 hour and 34 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a simple day trip. Because the drive is relatively short, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Budgeting around $15 for fuel will comfortably cover your travel costs for the trip. Both your starting point and destination are located within the Southeast, keeping the regional climate and landscape consistent throughout your time on the road.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.7 miles from Kimberly, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
87 mi
1h 36m
US 31
9.7 mi
14m
Wetumpka Street
0.5 mi
1m
Mary Buckelew Parkway
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 87 mi, about 1h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kimberly, AL and Prattville, AL.
1
Start on US 31
3.9 mi·5 min·US 31
2
Turn right onto Mary Buckelew Parkway
0.3 mi·34 sec·Mary Buckelew Parkway
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
4
Merge onto I 65
9.0 mi·9 min·I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi·38 sec
Exit 265Toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, FultondaleUse the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·37 sec
Toward I 22 West: MemphisUse the straight lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·27 sec
Toward MontgomeryUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 65
78 mi·1 hr 26 min·I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward US 31: Pine Level, Prattville
10
Turn right onto US 31
5.8 mi·8 min·US 31
11
Turn right onto Wetumpka Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Wetumpka Street
12
Arrive at destination
Wetumpka Street
Trip Plan
Given the manageable duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since there are no designated stops scheduled in the data, try to handle your refueling needs before you hit the road or once you reach your destination. If you prefer to avoid heavy traffic, plan your departure to bypass peak commute hours on local roads. Keep in mind that because this is a turn-heavy route, it is wise to keep your GPS active to navigate the local transitions smoothly. Being prepared for local road speeds will help you maintain a steady, stress-free pace for the entire 99.7-mile trip.
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 49.7 miles from Kimberly, AL, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 87 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 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.7 miles or 57m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Prattville, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kimberly, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Kimberly, AL
This is one driving day of about 99.4 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Kimberly, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 87 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.4 and 14.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.4 mi into trip|~6m in|I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
13.4 mi into trip|~16m in
Take the exit toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 265
Toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
7
14 mi into trip|~17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 22 West: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 22 West: Memphis
7
14.5 mi into trip|~17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Montgomery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Montgomery
5
14.8 mi into trip|~18m in|I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.01 one way
$30.02 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$16.48
$32.96
premium
$4.56
$17.84
$35.68
diesel
$5.61
$21.95
$43.89
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: 34.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.8
0
$10.44
$4.77
Efficient EV
24.9
0
$8.70
$3.98
EV Truck/SUV
39.8
0
$13.92
$6.36
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 19, 2026
Origin
Kimberly, AL
Afternoon
in Kimberly on Sunday
Local time
4:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Prattville, AL
Afternoon
in Prattville on Sunday
Local time
4:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Helena, 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
21 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 55m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument
National Monument
In 1963, images of snarling police dogs unleashed against non-violent protesters and of children being sprayed with high-pressure hoses appeared in print and television news around the world. These dr...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will navigate via the Mary Buckelew Parkway and I-22 West, transitioning into routes heading toward Montgomery. Since the highway share is 0 percent, you will spend your time navigating local roads that require more driver engagement than a standard highway route. The character of the road changes frequently as you transition between local corridors, so stay alert for turns. This path offers a practical look at the local infrastructure connecting these two Alabama communities.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 87 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 31. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.4 miles in near I 65.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 99.4 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.4 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Kimberly, AL and Prattville, AL, road signs point toward Fultondale and Montgomery.
Fultondale
13.4 mi in|~16m
Montgomery
14.5 mi in|~17m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 55m. Total distance: 99.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 87 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Prattville, AL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 4.4 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Prattville, AL before heading back.
