Trip from Monroeville, AL to Montgomery, AL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

Distance

105.8 mi

170 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min

4 AM

1h 52m ★

6 AM

2h 1m

8 AM

2h 18m

10 AM

2h 7m

12 PM

2h 5m

3 PM

2h 8m

5 PM

2h 17m

8 PM

1h 55m

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

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Monroeville, AL

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Trip Overview

Monroeville, AL to Montgomery, AL is 105.8 miles and takes about 2 hours via I 65 and US 84, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive stays within the Southeast region, specifically Alabama, making it a convenient and straightforward trip. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, so expect a relatively quick transit. With a duration under three hours, this route is ideal for a single-day journey, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Plan for a simple drive that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

52.9 miles from Monroeville, AL

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

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 65	76.6 mi	1h 22m
US 84	21.6 mi	24m
South Alabama Avenue	4.1 mi	6m
West Fairview Avenue	1.2 mi	2m
AL 136	0.6 mi	1m
Norman Bridge Road	0.4 mi	<1m
South Decatur Street	0.4 mi	<1m
South Union Street	0.2 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 65 — 76.6 mi, about 1h 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on AL 21 Business; AL 41; AL 47

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Pineville Road

Continue on AL 21 Business; AL 41

117 ft · 4 sec · East Claiborne Street

Turn right onto AL 21 Business; AL 41

4.1 mi · 6 min · South Alabama Avenue

Turn left onto AL 136

0.6 mi · 1 min · AL 136

Turn left onto US 84; AL 41

22 mi · 24 min · US 84; AL 41

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Merge onto I 65

77 mi · 1 hr 22 min · I 65

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

Given the short 2-hour duration and 105.8-mile distance, this route offers a lot of flexibility for departure times. You can easily leave in the morning and arrive well before lunchtime, or depart in the afternoon and still have plenty of daylight. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, filling up before you leave Monroeville should be sufficient for the entire trip, as there are no designated stops and the longest stretch is on the main highway. Keep an eye on road signs as you transition from US 84 to South Alabama Avenue as you approach Montgomery for a smooth arrival.

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 52.9 miles from Monroeville, AL, or about 1h 1m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.6 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 23 miles or 28m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 52.9 miles or 1h 1m 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 37m

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 Monroeville, 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 Monroeville, AL

This is one driving day of about 105.8 miles and 2h.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Monroeville, AL.

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

The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 76.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Georgiana, AL

53 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

Evergreen, AL

Fuel and coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+13343561944

Visit website

Cook Out

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 10:30 am–2 pm

+18665470011

Visit website

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+13349537662

Hangar 42 Coffee Shop

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+13342398040

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour

Greenville, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+13342651867

Visit website

Dinosaur Adventure Land

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

First break 4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour

Repton, Alabama

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+18552443466

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 8

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 104.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | AL 21 Business; AL 41 / South Alabama Avenue

Turn right onto AL 21 Business; AL 41 / South Alabama Avenue

Navigation decision point

26.5 mi into trip | ~32m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

103.3 mi into trip | ~1h 55m in

Take the exit toward Fairview Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 169 Toward Fairview Avenue

103.6 mi into trip | ~1h 56m in | West Fairview Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto West Fairview Avenue

Navigation decision point

104.7 mi into trip | ~1h 58m in | Norman Bridge Road

Turn left onto Norman Bridge Road

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.98 one way

$31.96 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 37 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$17.54	$35.08
premium	$4.56	$18.99	$37.98
diesel	$5.61	$23.36	$46.72

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

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	31.7	$11.11	$5.08
Efficient EV	26.5	$9.26	$4.23
EV Truck/SUV	42.3	$14.81	$6.77

Gas CO2

37 kg

EV CO2

12 kg (68% 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

Monroeville, AL

Late night in Monroeville on Tuesday

Local time

3:47 AM

CDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Montgomery, AL

Late night in Montgomery on Tuesday

Local time

3:47 AM

CDT

Current temp

62°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 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 trip is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 93% of the route utilizing major highways like I 65 and US 84. You'll experience a significant stretch of 76.6 miles on I 65, offering a consistent, high-speed driving experience for a considerable portion of the journey. The road profile suggests that for the majority of the drive, you'll be on well-maintained, multi-lane roads designed for efficient travel. Expect a smooth ride with minimal interruptions as you cover the 105.8 miles between Monroeville and Montgomery.

93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

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

Longest single stretch: 76.6 mi on I 65.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 84. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near AL 21 Business; AL 41 / South Alabama Avenue.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Monroeville, AL to Montgomery, AL is easy. At 2h with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (AL 21 Business; AL 41 / South Alabama Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 26.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 103.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

About the Cities

Starting in Monroeville, AL

Full guide →

Monroeville is a city in the Gulf Coast region of Alabama.

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. Total distance: 105.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 76.6 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 7 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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 Monroeville, 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

Stops Along Your Drive

Vintage Cafe

Baristas and Barristers

Vintage Cafe

Cook Out

Baristas and Barristers

Prevail Union | MGM

Hilltop Public House

Elevation Café

Good Brew

Red Tail Cafe

Rickenbacker's Touch & Go Coffee Shop

Hangar 42 Coffee Shop

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Flying J EV Charging Station

Downtown Montgomery EV Charger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Electrify America Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Love's Travel Stop

Flying J Travel Center

Butler County Rest Area (Northbound)

Butler County Rest Area (Southbound)

Love's Travel Stop

TA

Service Plaza

The MOOseum

Dinosaur Adventure Land

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Monroeville, AL

Montgomery, AL

Same local time

Very similar conditions

2h on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

About the Cities

Starting in Monroeville, AL

Arriving in Montgomery, AL

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

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

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