Origin
Selma, AL
Afternoon in Selma on Sunday
Local time
2:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Selma, AL to Prattville, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
37.5 mi
60 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Selma, AL
Muhammad Nabeel
Prattville, AL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Selma to Prattville, you will cover 37.5 miles in just under an hour. This straightforward trip is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, meaning you can easily head out and return without needing an overnight stay. Budgeting about $6 for fuel is sufficient for the transit, making this an incredibly cost-effective trek. You will primarily navigate via AL 14, transitioning from Water Avenue to Wetumpka Street as you approach your destination. Both cities are located within the Southeast region, ensuring a consistent local atmosphere throughout your journey. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that serves as a reliable connector between these two Alabama locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AL 14 | 31.7 mi | 47m |
| Water Avenue | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| Wetumpka Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Washington Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Broad Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Alabama Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AL 14
— 31.7 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Selma, AL and Prattville, AL.
1
Start on Alabama Avenue
397 ft
·
15 sec
·
Alabama Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 80 Business
484 ft
·
15 sec
·
Broad Street
3
Turn left onto Water Avenue
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Water Avenue
4
Turn right onto AL 14
32 mi
·
47 min
·
AL 14
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on South Washington Street
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
South Washington Street
6
Turn right onto Wetumpka Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Wetumpka Street
7
Arrive at destination
Wetumpka Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.7 miles from Selma, 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
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 36.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 80 Business / Broad Street
Turn right onto US 80 Business / Broad Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Water Avenue
Turn left onto Water Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
4.8 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
AL 14
Turn right onto AL 14
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
3
36.9 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
Wetumpka Street
Turn right onto Wetumpka Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.66 one way
$11.33 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $6.22 | $12.43 |
| premium | $4.56 | $6.73 | $13.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.28 | $16.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.94 | $1.80 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.28 | $1.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15 | 0 | $5.25 | $2.40 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Prattville, AL
Afternoon in Prattville on Sunday
Local time
2:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
58m 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 highway-focused experience, as 85% of your journey takes place on high-speed roads. The route is defined by a significant 31.7-mile stretch along AL 14, providing a steady, uninterrupted flow for the majority of the 58-minute drive. Because the road lacks designated stops, you can maintain a consistent pace without the frequent interruptions found on busier interstates. While the character of the drive is utilitarian, the transition from the primary highway into the local streets of Prattville happens smoothly. You will spend most of your time focused on the open road, allowing for a predictable and efficient transit between your starting point and the destination.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.7 mi on AL 14.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AL 14 and Water Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 80 Business / Broad Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Selma, AL to Prattville, AL is easy. At 58m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 80 Business / Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Water Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.8 miles (AL 14): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
328 ft
119 ft
Total Climb
515 ft
Total Descent
325 ft
Highest Point
328 ft
~37.5 mi in
Elevation Range
209 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 37.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.7 miles on AL 14. 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: at 0.1 miles (US 80 Business / Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Water Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.8 miles (AL 14): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Prattville, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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