At a glance: Destin, Fort Walton Beach & the Emerald Coast → Stivers Ford of Montgomery is approximately 175 miles (3 hr) using US-331 North. You’ll arrive at 4000 Eastern Blvd, Montgomery, AL 36116.
From the Emerald Coast, one highway does almost all the work: US-331. Cross the Choctawhatchee Bay bridge near Santa Rosa Beach and stay north through DeFuniak Springs, Florala, Opp, and Luverne right into Montgomery. Plan on about three hours from Destin.
US-331 passes perfectly round Lake DeFuniak and Opp, home of the famous Rattlesnake Rodeo.
Open Directions From Destin in Google Maps
Starting from one of these well-known Destin-area spots? The route above works from all of them.
Drive times are typical estimates and vary with traffic, weather, and construction.
| ZIP | Area |
|---|---|
| 32541 | Destin |
| 32547 | Fort Walton Beach |
| 32548 | Fort Walton Beach / Okaloosa Island |
| 32578 | Niceville |
| 32536 | Crestview |
| 32459 | Santa Rosa Beach / 30A |
| 32435 | DeFuniak Springs |
| 32542 | Eglin AFB |
We also welcome drivers from Niceville, Crestview, Santa Rosa Beach, Miramar Beach, DeFuniak Springs, Freeport, and Mary Esther.
Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field, and Duke Field families relocate frequently, and Emerald Coast residents put a lot of sun and salt on their vehicles. We welcome Florida buyers and can explain out-of-state title and registration, plus ask our team about military appreciation offers.
Local tip: The Emerald Coast is on Central Time west of the Apalachicola River, so Montgomery hours line up with yours.
US-98 East to US-331 North at Santa Rosa Beach, then US-331 North the rest of the way — about 175 miles and 3 hours.
Yes. We work with Florida-stationed service members and families and will help with out-of-state paperwork. Call (334) 613-5000 before you make the drive.
Yes — schedule online or call our service department at (334) 613-5080. Booking ahead keeps your wait short when you're traveling.
Call sales at (334) 613-5000 to confirm the vehicle you want, value your trade and apply for financing online, and let us know when you'll arrive.
