Origin
Chatom, AL
Late night in Chatom on Sunday
Local time
2:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chatom, AL to Pennsylvania, 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 12m
Distance
54.8 mi
88 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chatom, AL
Ivan Hassib
Pennsylvania, AL
K6
Trip Overview
Chatom, AL to Pennsylvania, AL is 54.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 12 minutes via Jefferson Davis Highway, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region and entirely within Alabama, making it a convenient local drive. Given its brief duration and local road profile, it's a straightforward journey perfect for a single day. You'll be navigating primarily on local roads, so expect a less hurried pace compared to interstate travel. This route is ideal for those looking for a simple, direct connection between two points without a significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Davis Highway | 40.3 mi | 46m |
| Saint Stephens Avenue | 14.3 mi | 25m |
| Jordan Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jefferson Davis Highway
— 40.3 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chatom, AL and Pennsylvania, AL.
1
Start on AL 17
303 ft
·
5 sec
·
Jordan Street
2
Turn slight left onto AL 56
14 mi
·
25 min
·
Saint Stephens Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 43
40 mi
·
46 min
·
Jefferson Davis Highway
4
Turn slight right
190 ft
·
8 sec
5
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
6
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.4 miles from Chatom, 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
1 of 11 decision points cluster around mile 14.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
14.4 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
US 43 / Jefferson Davis Highway
Turn right onto US 43 / Jefferson Davis Highway
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.28 one way
$16.55 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.09 | $18.17 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.84 | $19.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.10 | $24.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.75 | $2.63 |
| Efficient EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.79 | $2.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.67 | $3.51 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Pennsylvania, AL
Late night in Pennsylvania on Sunday
Local time
2:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
80°F
Mount Vernon, AL
27 mi in
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
30 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 12m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is characterized as 'turn-heavy' and consists entirely of local roads, with zero highway mileage. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 40.3 miles along Jefferson Davis Highway, offering a substantial segment of consistent driving. Expect to navigate through various local streets, including Saint Stephens Avenue and Jordan Street, which will likely involve frequent turns and adjustments to your speed. The nature of this route suggests a more intimate experience with the landscape and local communities, rather than a high-speed transit.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 40.3 mi on Jefferson Davis Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 14.4 miles in near US 43 / Jefferson Davis Highway.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Chatom, AL to Pennsylvania, AL is easy. At 1h 12m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 14.4 miles (US 43 / Jefferson Davis Highway): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 54.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 40.3 miles on Jefferson Davis Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 14.4 miles (US 43 / Jefferson Davis Highway): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pennsylvania, 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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