Origin
Montgomery, AL
Late night in Montgomery on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montgomery, AL to Brewton, AL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 3m
Distance
103.9 mi
167 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 55m
★
6 AM
2h 4m
8 AM
2h 22m
10 AM
2h 10m
12 PM
2h 8m
3 PM
2h 11m
5 PM
2h 21m
8 PM
1h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brewton, AL
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Trip Overview
Montgomery, AL to Brewton, AL is 103.9 miles and takes about 2h 3m via I 65 and US 31, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive stays within Alabama, moving you south through the Southeast region. It's a straightforward trip, ideal if you're looking for a simple, efficient journey without many detours. Plan for a quick travel day that gets you to your destination with plenty of time to spare.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52 miles from Montgomery, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 77.7 mi | 1h 23m |
| US 31 | 23.4 mi | 34m |
| US 84 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| I 85 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| East South Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Conecuh County 58 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Union Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bob Teller Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 77.7 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery, AL and Brewton, AL.
1
Start on South Union Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
South Union Street
2
Turn left onto East South Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East South Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
4
Merge onto I 85
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 85
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
I 85
Toward I 65 South: Mobile, Day Street
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I-65 South: Mobile
7
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
this road
Exit 171
Toward I 65 South: Mobile
8
Merge onto I 65; US 82
78 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
I 65; US 82
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 84: Evergreen, Monroeville
10
Turn left
97 ft
·
7 sec
11
Turn left onto US 84
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
US 84
12
Turn right onto Conecuh County 58
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Conecuh County 58
13
Turn straight onto US 31
23 mi
·
34 min
·
US 31
14
Turn sharp right onto Belleville Avenue
103 ft
·
8 sec
·
Belleville Avenue
15
Turn left onto Bob Teller Drive
177 ft
·
7 sec
·
Bob Teller Drive
16
Arrive at destination
Bob Teller Drive
Trip Plan
Given the short 2-hour duration, this is easily a same-day trip, so you can leave Montgomery at your convenience. You won't need many stops, but keeping an eye on fuel is always wise, especially with the $16 estimated cost. The longest stretch on I 65 means you can settle in for a continuous drive. Make sure your vehicle is in good condition before you depart, as the 99% highway profile means consistent mileage without many opportunities for quick checks or service.
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 miles from Montgomery, AL, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.7 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 23 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brewton, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Montgomery, 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 Montgomery, AL
This is one driving day of about 103.9 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Montgomery, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 77.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52 miles from Montgomery, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 77.7 miles.
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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 103.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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East South Street
Turn left onto East South Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 85
Keep slight left at fork onto I 85 toward I 65 South: Mobile, Day Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 65 South: Mobile, Day Street
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I-65 South: Mobile
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I-65 South: Mobile
5
79.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward US 84: Evergreen, Monroeville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 84: Evergreen, Monroeville
5
103.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m in
|
Belleville Avenue
Turn sharp right onto Belleville Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.69 one way
$31.38 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $17.23 | $34.45 |
| premium | $4.56 | $18.65 | $37.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.94 | $45.88 |
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: 36.4 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 | 31.2 | 0 | $10.91 | $4.99 |
| Efficient EV | 26 | 0 | $9.09 | $4.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.6 | 0 | $14.55 | $6.65 |
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
Brewton, AL
Late night in Brewton on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
1 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 3m 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 is primarily a highway experience, with 99% of the journey on high-speed roads. You'll spend a significant portion on I 65, including a longest stretch of 77.7 miles without needing to turn off. Expect a consistent pace for most of the trip. While it's mainly interstate, there are brief transitions onto US 31 and US 84, offering a slight variation before reaching Brewton. It’s a route designed for covering ground effectively.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 77.7 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 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East South Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 103.9 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (East South Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (I 85): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Montgomery, AL to Brewton, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Monroeville along the way.
Monroeville
79.4 mi in
|
~1h 27m
About the Cities
Starting 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 3m. Total distance: 103.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 77.7 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 Brewton, AL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East South Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (I 85): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brewton, 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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