Origin
Montgomery, AL
Late night in Montgomery on Sunday
Local time
2:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montgomery, AL to Choccolocco, 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 23m
Distance
114.8 mi
185 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 14m
★
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.
Choccolocco, AL
Fernando Oliveira
Trip Overview
This 114.8-mile drive from Montgomery to Choccolocco, Alabama, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 23 minutes. Designed as a single-day adventure, you won't need to worry about overnight stays. The route primarily uses US 231 and AL 21, offering a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of around $17, it's an economical option for exploring the Southeast region. This journey is ideal if you're looking for a direct and efficient way to travel between these two Alabama locations without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57.4 miles from Montgomery, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 231 | 92.1 mi | 1h 47m |
| AL 21 | 4 mi | 5m |
| Wetumpka Highway | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| DeArmanville Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| I 20 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| US 78 | 2 mi | 2m |
| Congressman W. L. Dickinson Drive | 2 mi | 3m |
| Upper Wetumpka Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 231
— 92.1 mi, about 1h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery, AL and Choccolocco, AL.
1
Start on South Union Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Union Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
2
Turn right onto East Jefferson Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
East Jefferson Street
3
Keep slight left at fork onto Upper Wetumpka Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Upper Wetumpka Road
4
Turn right onto Crestview Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Crestview Street
5
Turn left onto Federal Drive
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Federal Drive
6
Continue on Congressman W. L. Dickinson Drive
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Congressman W. L. Dickinson Drive
7
Continue on Wetumpka Highway
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Wetumpka Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 231; AL 21
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
US 231; AL 21
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 231; AL 21
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 231; AL 21
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 231; AL 21
87 mi
·
1 hr 41 min
·
US 231; AL 21
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on AL 21
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
AL 21
12
Continue on AL 21
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
AL 21
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 20 East: Atlanta
14
Merge onto I 20
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 20
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 431 North: Oxford, Anniston
16
Keep slight left at fork
202 ft
·
13 sec
Toward US 431 North: Oxford, Anniston
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Turn left onto US 431
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Leon Smith Parkway
Use the straight lane.
18
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
19
Turn right onto US 78
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 78
Use the right lane.
20
Turn left onto DeArmanville Road
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
DeArmanville Road
21
Keep slight right at fork onto DeArmanville Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
DeArmanville Road
22
Continue on Old Choccolocco Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Choccolocco Road
23
Arrive at destination
Old Choccolocco Road
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 23 minutes, this route offers plenty of flexibility for departure times. You won't need to rush to make it to your destination, so consider leaving mid-morning to avoid early traffic. While there are no designated stops listed, plan for a brief break if needed, especially during the longest stretch on US 231. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $17 estimated cost suggests a relatively efficient trip, but it's always wise to top off before embarking on the 92.1-mile segment on US 231 to ensure a smooth journey.
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 57.4 miles from Montgomery, AL, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92.1 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 25 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.4 miles or 1h 12m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Choccolocco, 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.
+
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 Montgomery, AL
This is one driving day of about 114.8 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Montgomery, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 231 for about 92.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.4 miles from Montgomery, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 231 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 92.1 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 108.2 and 108.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
108.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
Take the exit toward US 431 North: Oxford, Anniston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 431 North: Oxford, Anniston
9
108.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 431 North: Oxford, Anniston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward US 431 North: Oxford, Anniston
7
108.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
|
US 431 / Leon Smith Parkway
Turn left onto US 431 / Leon Smith Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
108.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
108.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m in
|
US 78
Turn right onto US 78
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.34 one way
$34.68 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $19.03 | $38.06 |
| premium | $4.56 | $20.61 | $41.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.35 | $50.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.4 | 0 | $12.05 | $5.51 |
| Efficient EV | 28.7 | 0 | $10.05 | $4.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.9 | 0 | $16.07 | $7.35 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Choccolocco, AL
Late night in Choccolocco on Sunday
Local time
2:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°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
34 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
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?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive for this 114.8-mile journey, with 88% of the route utilizing main roads like US 231 and AL 21. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 92.1 miles on US 231, providing a consistent pace. The character of the drive is largely determined by these main arteries, suggesting a focus on covering distance efficiently rather than winding through small towns. As you progress, the road will likely maintain a steady, highway-like feel, making it a predictable yet direct path.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 92.1 mi on US 231.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 231 and AL 21. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 108.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 114.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 108.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 108.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 108.4 miles (US 431 / Leon Smith Parkway): 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.
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 Choccolocco, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Anniston along the way.
Anniston
108.2 mi in
|
~2h 12m
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 23m. Total distance: 114.8 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 (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 92.1 miles on US 231. 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 Choccolocco, 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 108.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 108.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 108.4 miles (US 431 / Leon Smith Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Choccolocco, 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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