Spanning 107.9 miles, this drive from Montgomery to Morris is a straightforward journey through central Alabama that typically takes about 2 hours and 3 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $17 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your travel plans. Since both Montgomery and Morris reside within the Southeast region, the trip maintains a consistent regional feel throughout. It is an ideal choice if you prioritize efficiency and direct travel over a leisurely, winding road trip experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54 miles from Montgomery, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
103.5 mi
1h 54m
US 31
2.1 mi
3m
East South Street
0.5 mi
1m
I 85
0.4 mi
<1m
Morris Majestic Road
0.3 mi
1m
Mary Buckelew Parkway
0.2 mi
<1m
South Union Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Stouts Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 103.5 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery, AL and Morris, 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 right at fork
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward I-65 North: Birmingham
6
Merge onto I 65; US 82
104 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 65; US 82
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 275Toward AL 3: Morris
8
Turn right onto Mary Buckelew Parkway
0.2 mi·16 sec·Mary Buckelew Parkway
9
At end of road, turn left onto US 31
2.1 mi·3 min·US 31
10
Turn right onto Morris Majestic Road
0.3 mi·1 min·Morris Majestic Road
11
Turn left onto Stouts Road
80 ft·3 sec·Stouts Road
12
Arrive at destination
Stouts Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move. Because the route is dominated by a long 103.5-mile stretch on I-65, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you merge onto the interstate to avoid unnecessary stops. You won't need to worry about splitting the drive into multiple days, so feel free to head out whenever it best suits your schedule. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $17 estimate is based on average consumption, and highway speeds can often impact your overall efficiency. Planning your departure to bypass potential congestion near urban corridors will help you maintain that two-hour travel time estimate.
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 54 miles from Montgomery, AL, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 103.5 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 24 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Morris, 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 107.9 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 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 103.5 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 107.9 — 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|East South Street
Turn left onto East South Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
1.2 mi into trip|~2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I-65 North: Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I-65 North: Birmingham
5
1.5 mi into trip|~3m in|I 65; US 82
Merge onto I 65; US 82
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
105 mi into trip|~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward AL 3: Morris
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 275
Toward AL 3: Morris
5
107.9 mi into trip|~2h 3m in|Stouts Road
Turn left onto Stouts Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.30 one way
$32.59 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$17.89
$35.78
premium
$4.56
$19.37
$38.73
diesel
$5.61
$23.82
$47.65
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: 37.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.4
0
$11.33
$5.18
Efficient EV
27
0
$9.44
$4.32
EV Truck/SUV
43.2
0
$15.11
$6.91
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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 14, 2026
Origin
Montgomery, AL
Late night
in Montgomery on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Clear
0 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Morris, AL
Late night
in Morris on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Helena, AL
54 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
22 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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 highly efficient commute, as 98% of this trip is dedicated to highway driving. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-65, which accounts for a significant 103.5-mile stretch of the journey. The experience is defined by a fast-paced interstate grind rather than technical local roads or winding scenic paths. While you will navigate bits of US 31 and East South Street, the character of the road remains focused on speed and directness. Behind the wheel, you should be prepared for a consistent, high-speed environment that prioritizes getting you to your destination quickly.
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: 103.5 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 31. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East South Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 3m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.5 miles (I 65; US 82): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
The longest stretch is about 103.5 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East South Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.5 miles (I 65; US 82): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 Morris, AL before heading back.
