Origin
Chetopa, AL
Afternoon in Chetopa on Sunday
Local time
4:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chetopa, AL to Trussville, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
43m
Distance
34.1 mi
55 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chetopa, AL
Atlantic Ambience
Trussville, AL
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Trip Overview
Chetopa, AL to Trussville, AL is 34.1 miles and takes about 43 minutes via I 22, I 59, and I 20, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive primarily within Alabama, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Expect a quick journey that's ideal for a short hop or as part of a larger trip. With minimal stops and a dominant highway presence, it's designed for efficiency rather than leisurely exploration. Plan for a fuel cost of around $5, making it a very budget-friendly leg of any Alabama road trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 22 | 10.7 mi | 11m |
| I 59 | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| I 20 | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| I 65 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Gadsden Highway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| State Route 5 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Bankhead Highway Southwest | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 22
— 10.7 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chetopa, AL and Trussville, AL.
1
Start on Old Jasper Highway
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Old Jasper Highway
2
At end of road, turn left onto AL 5
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 5
3
Continue on AL 5
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
·
Bankhead Highway Southwest
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I-22 East: Birmingham
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 22
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 22
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 65 South: Birmingham
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 65
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 261B
Toward I 20 East, I 59 North: Atlanta, Gadsden
9
Merge onto I 20; I 59
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
I 20; I 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 59
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
I 59
Toward I 59 North: Gadsden
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 137
Toward I 459 South: Atlanta, Montgomery
12
Continue on I 459
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
John M. Harbert III Freeway
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 32
Toward US 11: Trussville
Use the right lane.
14
Turn right onto US 11
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Gadsden Highway
15
Continue on US 11
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
16
Turn left onto Glenn Avenue
379 ft
·
18 sec
·
Glenn Avenue
17
Turn right onto Linden Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Linden Street
18
Turn right
197 ft
·
14 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 13.9 and 30.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
13.9 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 65 South: Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 65 South: Birmingham
6
17.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward I 20 East, I 59 North: Atlanta, Gadsden
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 261B
Toward I 20 East, I 59 North: Atlanta, Gadsden
7
23.1 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
I 59
Keep slight left at fork onto I 59 toward I 59 North: Gadsden
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 59 North: Gadsden
6
30 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward I 459 South: Atlanta, Montgomery
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 137
Toward I 459 South: Atlanta, Montgomery
8
30.7 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward US 11: Trussville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 32
Toward US 11: Trussville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.15 one way
$10.30 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $5.65 | $11.31 |
| premium | $4.56 | $6.12 | $12.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.53 | $15.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.58 | $1.64 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.98 | $1.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Trussville, AL
Afternoon in Trussville on Sunday
Local time
4:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
43m 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 route is predominantly a highway drive, with 82% of the journey on major interstates. You'll spend most of your time on I 22, I 59, and I 20, experiencing a consistent, high-speed cruising environment. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 10.7 miles on I 22. The landscape will likely remain consistent with a focus on getting you to your destination efficiently, rather than offering varied scenery. It's a drive built for covering ground quickly.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.7 mi on I 22.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 22 and I 59. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 34.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 43m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.1 miles (I 59): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Between Chetopa, AL and Trussville, AL, road signs point toward Gadsden and Montgomery.
Gadsden
17.9 mi in
|
~21m
Montgomery
30 mi in
|
~36m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 43m. Total distance: 34.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.7 miles on I 22. 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 Trussville, 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: at 13.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.1 miles (I 59): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Trussville, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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