Atlanta to Opelika: Road Trip Guide & Distance

95.4 miles 153.5 km · straight line
100.6 miles actual route 161.9 km · driving distance
1h 54min estimated drive time
$10 - $12 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
217° SW bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Opelika?

The distance from Atlanta to Opelika is 95.4 miles (153.5 km) as the crow flies. Opelika is located SW of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 100.6 miles, taking about 1h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Opelika in Alabama.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Atlanta and Opelika. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Atlanta to Opelika

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 54min $10 - $12 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 17min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 48min $12–$35* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Opelika

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Opelika
32.65°N, 85.38°W
America/Chicago
246m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 261.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM