How far is Trussville, AL from Opelika, AL?

Fastest route

The distance between Trussville, Alabama and Opelika, Alabama is approximately 85 miles (137 kilometers). To travel from Trussville to Opelika, follow the directions provided below.

Directions

🚗 Start on Main St in Trussville, Alabama.
🛣️ Take US-280 E.
🛤️ Continue onto Pepperell Pkwy in Opelika, Alabama.

Tips & Suggestions

🛣️ Follow US-280 E for the majority of the journey.
🚘 Pay attention to road signs and exits to stay on the correct route.
⛽ Consider refueling before starting the trip, as it's a relatively long distance.
🚦 Be aware of traffic conditions, especially during peak hours.
🗺️ Have a navigation app or GPS device handy to assist with the route.

FAQs

Q: What is the distance between Trussville and Opelika? A: The distance is approximately 85 miles (137 kilometers).

Q: How do I start my journey from Trussville to Opelika? A: Begin on Main St in Trussville, Alabama.

Q: What major road should I take for most of the journey? A: Follow US-280 E.

Q: Are there any tips for the trip? A: Keep an eye on road signs, traffic, and consider refueling before the journey.

Q: Is there any navigation assistance available for the trip? A: Yes, it's recommended to use a navigation app or GPS device for guidance.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Trussville and Opelika is 97.99 miles (157.7 km).

Flight distance from Trussville, AL to Opelika, AL is 97.99 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 14 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 13 minutes to travel from Trussville to Opelika with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Trussville, Alabama to Opelika, Alabama is: 120.82 miles (194.44 km) by car.

Driving from Trussville to Opelika will take approximately 02 hours 14 minutes.

#1 Trussville

City in Jefferson and St. Clair counties in the State of Alabama

Population	23048
GPS Coordinates	33°37'11"N 86°36'32"W
Latitude	33.6198300
Longitude	-86.6088800
Altitude	213
Country	United States

#2 Opelika

City in Alabama

Population	31135
GPS Coordinates	32°38'43"N 85°22'42"W
Latitude	32.6454100
Longitude	-85.3782800
Altitude	246
Country	United States

Starting point in Trussville: South Chalkville Road (-86.608575,33.619921)
Ending point in Opelika: South 9th Street (-85.378252,32.645431)

Estimated Travel Time Between Trussville and Opelika

The distance between Trussville and Opelika is 194 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 09 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Trussville and Opelika. The current time is 18:29:45.

Average Speed	Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h)	04 hours 01 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h)	03 hours 01 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h)	02 hours 24 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h)	02 hours 00 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h)	01 hours 43 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h)	01 hours 36 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h)	01 hours 30 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 16.14 liters (4.26 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Trussville and Opelika.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Trussville to Opelika is $13.13 (diesel $17.77).

Alabama gas prices.

	Gasoline	Mid Grade	Premium	Diesel
Gallon	$3.08	$3.48	$3.86	$4.17
Total	$13.13	$14.85	$16.45	$17.77

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Alabama ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.079 (Diesel $4.167) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 26, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Trussville and Opelika (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.