Origin
Wadley, AL
Afternoon in Wadley on Sunday
Local time
2:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wadley, AL to Christiana, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
32 mi
51 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wadley, AL
Muhammad Nabeel
Christiana, AL
Dany Castrejon
Trip Overview
This short, 32-mile drive from Wadley to Christiana, Alabama, is easily manageable in under an hour, making it a perfect candidate for a day trip. You'll primarily navigate Highland Avenue and AL 49, with a portion on State Route 9. Given its minimal distance and straightforward nature, a single day is all you'll need, with no need to split the journey. Budget around $5 for fuel, reflecting the short mileage. This route offers a simple, mixed drive experience within the Southeast region of Alabama.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highland Avenue | 15.6 mi | 27m |
| AL 49 | 5.2 mi | 9m |
| State Route 9 | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Fosters Road | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| East Mill Road | 1.2 mi | 4m |
| Barfield Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| County Road 225 | 0.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Highland Avenue
— 15.6 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wadley, AL and Christiana, AL.
1
Start on Roberts Street
51 ft
·
5 sec
·
Roberts Street
2
Turn right onto AL 77
16 mi
·
27 min
·
Highland Avenue
3
Continue on AL 49
5.2 mi
·
9 min
·
AL 49
4
Turn right onto AL 9
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
5
Continue on AL 9
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
State Route 9
6
Continue on AL 9
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Barfield Road
7
Continue on AL 9
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 9
8
Turn right onto Fosters Road
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Fosters Road
9
Turn right onto East Mill Road
1.2 mi
·
4 min
·
East Mill Road
10
Turn left onto County Road 225
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 225
11
Arrive at destination
County Road 225
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16 miles from Wadley, 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 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 31.5 — 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
|
AL 77 / Highland Avenue
Turn right onto AL 77 / Highland Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
20.9 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
AL 9 / Main Street
Turn right onto AL 9 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
27.8 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
Fosters Road
Turn right onto Fosters Road
Navigation decision point
3
30.2 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
East Mill Road
Turn right onto East Mill Road
Navigation decision point
3
31.5 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
County Road 225
Turn left onto County Road 225
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.83 one way
$9.67 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.31 | $10.61 |
| premium | $4.56 | $5.74 | $11.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.07 | $14.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.36 | $1.54 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.80 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.48 | $2.05 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Christiana, AL
Afternoon in Christiana on Sunday
Local time
2:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
20 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
59m 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?
The 32-mile journey features a mixed drive profile, with 100% of your travel occurring on highways. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 15.6 miles on Highland Avenue before transitioning to AL 49 and State Route 9. This route doesn't present a monotonous interstate grind; instead, expect a blend of road types as you make your way across the landscape. The road character is consistent, offering a straightforward driving experience throughout its entirety.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.6 mi on Highland Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AL 77 / Highland Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Wadley, AL to Christiana, AL is easy. At 59m with 32% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AL 77 / Highland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 20.9 miles (AL 9 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 27.8 miles (Fosters Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 32 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.6 miles on Highland Avenue. 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 (AL 77 / Highland Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 20.9 miles (AL 9 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 27.8 miles (Fosters Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Christiana, 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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