Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
45.8 mi
74 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverview, AL
Earth Photart
Poarch, AL
Muhammad Nabeel
This 45.8-mile journey from Riverview, AL to Poarch, AL takes approximately 1 hour and 8 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily navigate Alabama state routes and the interstate, with a significant portion on highways. The estimated fuel cost is around $7, so you won't need to budget heavily for gas. This drive focuses on efficient travel within the Southeast region of Alabama, offering a straightforward connection between the two communities. Plan for a single day to comfortably complete this relatively short and direct route.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AL 113 | 13.6 mi | 16m |
| South Boulevard | 12.7 mi | 18m |
| I 65 | 11.2 mi | 11m |
| Poarch Road | 3.8 mi | 14m |
| AL 41 | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| AL 21 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
1 PM
~858 veh/hr typical · worst 1,350
Quietest
2 AM
~120 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between Riverview, AL and Poarch, AL.
Start on AL 41
Turn left onto US 29; US 31
Turn right onto AL 113
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 65
Take the exit
Turn left onto AL 21
Turn right onto Poarch Road
Continue on Poarch Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 22.9 miles from Riverview, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.3 and 41.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 29; US 31 / South Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining
Take the exit toward SR 21: Atmore, Uriah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto AL 21
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$6.36 one way
$12.72 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.95 | $7.11 | $14.23 |
| premium | $4.29 | $7.73 | $15.47 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $8.65 | $17.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 16 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.81 | $2.20 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.01 | $1.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Riverview on Monday
Local time
7:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Evening in Poarch on Monday
Local time
7:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Clear
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with 63% of the route utilizing faster roads. The longest stretch without a significant turn or change in road type is 13.6 miles on AL 113. While much of the drive will be on interstates and well-maintained state highways, you'll experience the typical character of highway travel. This means consistent speeds and fewer opportunities for spontaneous stops, allowing for a predictable and efficient transit.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AL 113 and South Boulevard. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 3.3 miles in near US 29; US 31 / South Boulevard.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Riverview, AL to Poarch, AL is easy. At 1h 8m with 63% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.3 miles (US 29; US 31 / South Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 29.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 30 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
456 ft
Total Descent
230 ft
Highest Point
342 ft
~29.5 mi in
Elevation Range
264 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Riverview, AL to Poarch, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Uriah along the way.
Uriah
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Fast_food
Later in the drive, right off the route
Brewton, AL
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: Mo-Sa 08:30-18:00; Su 09:00-18:00
Visit websiteFast_food
Near the start, short detour
Brewton, AL
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: 10:00-23:00
Visit websitePark
Near the start, right off the route
Park
Near the start, short detour
Park
Later in the drive, short detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 45.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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