Origin
Montgomery, AL
Night in Montgomery on Saturday
Local time
11:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montgomery, AL to Dadeville, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
61.1 mi
98 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dadeville, AL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick getaway from Montgomery to Dadeville, you are looking at a straightforward 61.1-mile trek that typically takes about 1 hour and 27 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $9 on fuel for the journey, making it a very budget-friendly excursion within the Southeast region. Navigating this path involves transitioning from the state capital to the lake-adjacent surroundings of Dadeville. Because the travel time is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Overall, this drive is a practical and efficient way to connect these two Alabama locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 85 | 30.7 mi | 33m |
| AL 49 | 27 mi | 47m |
| Tuskegee-Franklin Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| West Columbus Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Broadnax Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Union Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 85
— 30.7 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery, AL and Dadeville, AL.
1
Start on South Union Street
137 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Union Street
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I-85 North: Atlanta
3
Merge onto I 85
31 mi
·
33 min
·
I 85
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward AL 49 North: Tuskegee, Franklin
5
Turn left onto AL 49
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Tuskegee-Franklin Road
6
Continue on AL 49
27 mi
·
47 min
·
AL 49
7
Turn right onto AL 49
271 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Columbus Street
8
Turn left onto AL 49
198 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Broadnax Street
9
Arrive at destination
AL 49
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.5 miles from Montgomery, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 61 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp toward I-85 North: Atlanta
Navigation decision point
Toward I-85 North: Atlanta
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
I 85
Merge onto I 85
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
30.9 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward AL 49 North: Tuskegee, Franklin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward AL 49 North: Tuskegee, Franklin
4
31.2 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
AL 49 / Tuskegee-Franklin Road
Turn left onto AL 49 / Tuskegee-Franklin Road
Navigation decision point
5
61 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
AL 49 / North Broadnax Street
Turn left onto AL 49 / North Broadnax Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.23 one way
$18.46 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.13 | $20.26 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.97 | $21.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.49 | $26.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.42 | $2.93 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.35 | $2.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.55 | $3.91 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Dadeville, AL
Night in Dadeville on Saturday
Local time
11:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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
1h 27m 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 heavily focused on highway travel, with 94% of the distance spent on major roads. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-85, AL-49, and the Tuskegee-Franklin Road, creating a fast-paced environment for the majority of the trip. Your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 30.7 miles on I-85, which allows you to settle into a steady rhythm before transitioning to secondary roads. The character of the drive shifts from the interstate flow to the localized feel of AL-49 as you approach Dadeville. Behind the wheel, you should expect a consistent, highway-focused experience that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding, technical backroads.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.7 mi on I 85.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 85 and AL 49. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Montgomery, AL to Dadeville, AL is easy. At 1h 27m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Dadeville, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Franklin along the way.
Franklin
30.9 mi in
|
~34m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 61.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.7 miles on I 85. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dadeville, 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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