Traveling from Brundidge to Huntsville covers 251 miles of Alabama landscape, requiring approximately 3 hours and 57 minutes of driving time. Because this journey stays entirely within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent cultural and geographic transition as you move northward. Plan for a fuel budget of about $34 for the trip. Since the drive is under four hours, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, though you might consider an overnight stay in Huntsville if you have a full itinerary upon arrival. Navigating via South A, McGehee Road, and Carter Hill Road provides a direct path that keeps your travel time predictable. Overall, this is a straightforward trek that serves as an efficient way to connect these two Alabama hubs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
124.4 miles from Brundidge, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 29m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
167.9 mi
3h 3m
US 231
52.5 mi
1h 5m
I 565
18.9 mi
20m
I 85
2.5 mi
3m
McGehee Road
1.5 mi
2m
Zelda Road
1.1 mi
2m
Carter Hill Road
1.1 mi
1m
South A. Graham Boulevard
0.6 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 167.9 mi, about 3h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brundidge, AL and Huntsville, AL.
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Start on AL 10
0.3 mi·25 sec·South A Graham Boulevard
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Continue on AL 10
0.6 mi·55 sec·South A. Graham Boulevard
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Turn right onto US 231
0.5 mi·39 sec·US 231
Toward US 231 North, AL 10 West: Troy
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Continue on US 231; AL 10
0.4 mi·35 sec·US 231; AL 10
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Continue on US 231; AL 10
5.1 mi·6 min·US 231; AL 10
Use the left lane.
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Continue on US 231; AL 10
2.1 mi·3 min·US 231; AL 10
Use the left lane.
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Continue on US 231; AL 10
0.5 mi·55 sec·US 231; AL 10
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on US 231; AL 10
0.6 mi·1 min·US 231; AL 10
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on US 231; AL 10
0.7 mi·1 min·US 231; AL 10
10
Continue on US 231; AL 10
0.2 mi·14 sec·US 231; AL 10
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Continue on US 231; AL 10
1.2 mi·1 min·US 231; AL 10
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 231; AL 10
1.8 mi·2 min·US 231; AL 10
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Continue on US 231
3.4 mi·3 min·US 231
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Continue on US 231
36 mi·42 min·US 231
Use the straight lane.
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Continue on McGehee Road
1.5 mi·2 min·McGehee Road
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn right onto Carter Hill Road
1.1 mi·1 min·Carter Hill Road
17
Continue on Zelda Road
1.1 mi·2 min·Zelda Road
18
Turn right onto Ann Street
0.2 mi·26 sec·Ann Street
19
Turn left
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 3Toward Ann Street SouthUse the left lane.
20
Merge onto I 85
2.5 mi·3 min·I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward I-65 North: Birmingham
22
Merge onto I 65; US 82
168 mi·3 hr 3 min·I 65; US 82
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 340Toward I 565 East, AL 20 West, US 72 Alternate: Decatur, HuntsvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 340AToward I 565 East, US 72 Alternate East: Huntsville
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Merge onto I 565; US 72 Alternate
19 mi·20 min·I 565; US 72 Alternate
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward Wasthington Street, Jefferson Street, Downtown
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Continue on this road
395 ft·9 sec·this road
Exit 19CToward Wasthington Street, Jefferson Street, Downtown
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Keep slight right at fork
343 ft·8 sec
Toward Jefferson Street, DowntownUse the slight right lane.
29
Turn straight onto Jefferson Street North
0.5 mi·1 min·Jefferson Street North
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Turn right onto Spring Street Southwest
4 ft·0 sec·Spring Street Southwest
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Arrive at destination
Spring Street Southwest
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 3 hour and 57 minute drive, aim to depart early in the morning to beat local traffic congestion on the smaller roads. Since the route is designed as a single-day trip with one recommended stop, use that break to stretch your legs and refuel your vehicle. Keep a close eye on your navigation system, as the reliance on local roads like McGehee and Carter Hill requires frequent course corrections. Because the drive is relatively short, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal schedule. If you find the turn-heavy nature of the route tiring, prioritize a mid-way rest stop to maintain your focus for the final stretch toward Huntsville.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 124.4 miles from Brundidge, AL, or about 2h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 167.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 55 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124.4 miles or 2h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Huntsville, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brundidge, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brundidge, AL
This is one driving day of about 248.7 miles and 4h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Brundidge, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 167.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 248.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.9 mi into trip|~1m in|US 231
Turn right onto US 231 toward US 231 North, AL 10 West: Troy
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 231 North, AL 10 West: Troy
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57.1 mi into trip|~1h 14m in
Turn left toward Ann Street South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Exit 3
Toward Ann Street South
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228.2 mi into trip|~4h 22m in
Take the exit toward I 565 East, AL 20 West, US 72 Alternate: Decatur, Huntsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 340
Toward I 565 East, AL 20 West, US 72 Alternate:...
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228.5 mi into trip|~4h 23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 565 East, US 72 Alternate East: Huntsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 340A
Toward I 565 East, US 72 Alternate East: Huntsv...
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248.1 mi into trip|~4h 45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Jefferson Street, Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Jefferson Street, Downtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.56 one way
$75.12 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg87 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$41.23
$82.46
premium
$4.56
$44.64
$89.28
diesel
$5.61
$54.91
$109.82
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
74.6
0
$26.11
$11.94
Efficient EV
62.2
0
$21.76
$9.95
EV Truck/SUV
99.5
1
$34.82
$15.92
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026
Origin
Brundidge, AL
Late night
in Brundidge on Sunday
Local time
5:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Huntsville, AL
Late night
in Huntsville on Sunday
Local time
5:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Columbiana, AL
124 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
27 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
4h 46m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument
National Monument
In 1963, images of snarling police dogs unleashed against non-violent protesters and of children being sprayed with high-pressure hoses appeared in print and television news around the world. These dr...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 145.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate a series of local roads, meaning the longest stretch without a turn is effectively 0 miles on South A. This is a hands-on driving experience that demands your full attention, as you will be constantly transitioning between local thoroughfares. Unlike high-speed transit corridors, this route offers a more intimate look at the local road network. Prepare for a steady pace where the technical nature of the turns keeps you engaged behind the wheel for the duration of the 251-mile trip.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 167.9 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 231. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near US 231.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 248.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (US 231): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 228.2 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.
On the drive from Brundidge, AL to Huntsville, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Ann Street South along the way.
Huntsville is in northern Alabama, about 20 miles (32 km) from the border with Tennessee. The city is a center for missile defense and aerospace technologies, with companies like Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Northrop Grumman having major operations here. Cummings Research Park, the second largest research park in the country, is home to many of these companies.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 46m. Total distance: 248.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 167.9 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Huntsville, AL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (US 231): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 228.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Huntsville, AL, but most travelers stay overnight.
