Origin
Attalla, AL
Night in Attalla on Saturday
Local time
11:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Attalla, AL to Hoover, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
67.5 mi
109 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Attalla, AL
Muhammad Nabeel
Trip Overview
This 67.5-mile drive from Attalla, AL to Hoover, AL is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 16 minutes. Given its short duration and minimal stops, it's perfectly suited as a single-day trip. You'll primarily be on I-59 and John M. Harbert III Freeway, with 95% of the route being highway. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $10. Since both locations are within the Southeast region and the state of Alabama, you won't be experiencing a change in regional scenery, but rather a convenient connection between two points in the same area. It's a practical option for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 59 | 45.2 mi | 48m |
| John M. Harbert III Freeway | 18.7 mi | 20m |
| Montgomery Highway | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| 5th Avenue Northwest | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Braddock Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Whispering Pines Circle | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Spruce Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 3rd Street Northwest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 59
— 45.2 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Attalla, AL and Hoover, AL.
1
Start on US 11; US 278; US 431
95 ft
·
6 sec
·
3rd Street Northwest
2
Turn right onto US 278; US 431
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
5th Avenue Northwest
Use the right lane.
3
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward Birmingham
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Merge onto I 59
45 mi
·
48 min
·
I 59
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 137
Toward I 459 South: Tuscaloosa, Montgomery
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on I 459
19 mi
·
20 min
·
John M. Harbert III Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 13B
Toward US 31: Hoover, Pelham
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
516 ft
·
12 sec
Toward US 31 North: Hoover
Use the right lane.
9
Turn straight onto US 31
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Montgomery Highway
10
Turn left onto Braddock Drive
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
Braddock Drive
11
Turn right onto Spruce Drive
436 ft
·
25 sec
·
Spruce Drive
12
Turn left onto Whispering Pines Circle
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Whispering Pines Circle
13
Arrive at destination
Whispering Pines Circle
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.8 miles from Attalla, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 65.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 278; US 431 / 5th Avenue Northwest
Turn right onto US 278; US 431 / 5th Avenue Northwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the exit toward Birmingham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Birmingham
8
46.4 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward I 459 South: Tuscaloosa, Montgomery
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Exit 137
Toward I 459 South: Tuscaloosa, Montgomery
8
65.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward US 31: Hoover, Pelham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 13B
Toward US 31: Hoover, Pelham
8
65.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 31 North: Hoover
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US 31 North: Hoover
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.19 one way
$20.39 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.19 | $22.38 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.12 | $24.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.90 | $29.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.09 | $3.24 |
| Efficient EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.91 | $2.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27 | 0 | $9.45 | $4.32 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% 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
Hoover, AL
Night in Hoover on Saturday
Local time
11:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 5 to 10 mph
5% chance
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
37 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 16m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this 67.5-mile route, with 95% of your travel taking place on major freeways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 45.2 miles on I-59, meaning you can settle in for a good portion of the drive. You'll navigate on I-59 and then transition to John M. Harbert III Freeway and Montgomery Highway. This profile suggests a fast-paced drive with limited opportunities for spontaneous detours, focusing on direct travel rather than scenic exploration. The road character is built for efficiency, connecting you swiftly between your origin and destination.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 45.2 mi on I 59.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 59 and John M. Harbert III Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 278; US 431 / 5th Avenue Northwest.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.5 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 278; US 431 / 5th Avenue Northwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Attalla, AL to Hoover, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Montgomery along the way.
Montgomery
46.4 mi in
|
~51m
About the Cities
Arriving in Hoover, AL
Full guide →Hoover is a city in the Birmingham urban area in Metropolitan Alabama, south of central Birmingham. While most nearby attractions in the area are in the city of Birmingham, Hoover is an important shopping/retail area.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 67.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 45.2 miles on I 59. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Hoover, AL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 (US 278; US 431 / 5th Avenue Northwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hoover, 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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