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Trip from Enterprise, AL to Hoover, AL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 25m

Distance

165.4 mi

266 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 14m ★
6 AM
3h 26m
8 AM
3h 50m
10 AM
3h 34m
12 PM
3h 32m
3 PM
3h 36m
5 PM
3h 49m
8 PM
3h 19m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in Coffee County, Alabama, United States

Enterprise, AL

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Trip Overview

This 165.4-mile drive from Enterprise, Alabama, to Hoover, Alabama, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes. You'll primarily travel on major highways, with 81% of the journey on interstate or high-speed roads, making it a straightforward trip. The estimated fuel cost is around $25, which is quite reasonable for this distance. Given the relatively short duration and highway focus, this route is perfectly suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. The drive stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel throughout your journey.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

82.7 miles from Enterprise, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 53m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 65 80.3 mi 1h 26m
US 231 43.2 mi 52m
Neil Metcalf Road 22.8 mi 34m
AL 167 7.6 mi 11m
I 85 2.5 mi 3m
Neal Metcalf Road 1.9 mi 2m
McGehee Road 1.5 mi 2m
North Main Street 1.4 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 65 — 80.3 mi, about 1h 26m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Enterprise, AL and Hoover, AL.

1

Start on West Lee Street

153 ft · 14 sec · West Lee Street
2

Turn left onto AL 88; AL 134

1.4 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
3

Turn right onto US 84

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Boll Weevil Circle
4

Turn left onto AL 167

1.9 mi · 2 min · Neal Metcalf Road
5

Continue on AL 167

23 mi · 34 min · Neil Metcalf Road
6

Turn slight left onto AL 167

7.6 mi · 11 min · AL 167
Use the straight lane.
7

Turn left onto US 231; AL 10

0.6 mi · 1 min · US 231; AL 10
Use the left lane.
8

Continue on US 231; AL 10

0.2 mi · 14 sec · US 231; AL 10
9

Continue on US 231; AL 10

1.2 mi · 1 min · US 231; AL 10
Use the straight lane.
10

Continue on US 231; AL 10

1.8 mi · 2 min · US 231; AL 10
11

Continue on US 231

3.4 mi · 3 min · US 231
12

Continue on US 231

36 mi · 42 min · US 231
Use the straight lane.
13

Continue on McGehee Road

1.5 mi · 2 min · McGehee Road
Use the straight lane.
14

Turn right onto Carter Hill Road

1.1 mi · 1 min · Carter Hill Road
15

Continue on Zelda Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Zelda Road
16

Turn right onto Ann Street

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Ann Street
17

Turn left

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Exit 3 Toward Ann Street South Use the left lane.
18

Merge onto I 85

2.5 mi · 3 min · I 85
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Toward I-65 North: Birmingham
20

Merge onto I 65; US 82

80 mi · 1 hr 26 min · I 65; US 82
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Exit 252 Toward US 31: Montgomery Highway Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Keep slight left at fork

168 ft · 6 sec
Toward US 31 South: Montgomery Highway, Columbiana Road, Hoover Use the slight left lane.
23

Turn left onto US 31

0.4 mi · 57 sec · Montgomery Highway
24

Turn right onto Old Columbiana Road

263 ft · 20 sec · Old Columbiana Road
25

At end of road, turn left onto Old Columbiana Road

0.1 mi · 45 sec · Old Columbiana Road
26

Turn right onto Deo Dara Drive

0.2 mi · 55 sec · Deo Dara Drive
27

At end of road, turn left onto Whispering Pines Circle

150 ft · 6 sec · Whispering Pines Circle
28

Arrive at destination

Whispering Pines Circle

Trip Plan

For this 3-hour and 25-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Enterprise to maximize your day and avoid potential traffic closer to Hoover. With only one stop recommended, you have flexibility; however, plan for a break around the halfway point, perhaps after completing the 80.3-mile stretch on I-65. The estimated fuel cost of $25 is manageable, but it’s always wise to fill up before leaving Enterprise. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer highway segments, to ensure you’re comfortable.

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 82.7 miles from Enterprise, AL, or about 1h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80.3 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 36 miles or 54m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 82.7 miles or 1h 53m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 51m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hoover, AL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Enterprise, 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 Enterprise, AL

This is one driving day of about 165.4 miles and 3h 25m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Enterprise, 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 80.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Montgomery, AL

83 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

Troy, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Montgomery, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 82.7 miles from Enterprise, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 80.3 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop

Annie's Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Enterprise, Alabama

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+13343476622

Visit website

Corks & Cattle

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Enterprise, Alabama

0 mi

Corner Bistro

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Enterprise, Alabama

0.1 mi

Best coffee break

Milky Moo's Deli & Creamery

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Enterprise, Alabama

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Inexpensiv

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+13343482202

Visit website

Downtown Donuts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Enterprise, Alabama

0.1 mi

Weevil Play

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Enterprise, Alabama

0.2 mi

Annie's Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+13343476622

Visit website

Corks & Cattle

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0 mi from route Moderately

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13344753217

Visit website

Corner Bistro

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Inexpensiv

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13347630668

Visit website

The Daily Bread

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0 mi from route $10 to $20

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+13344752033

Visit website

Vintage Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+13343561944

Visit website

Zaxbys Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately

Pelham, Alabama

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+12056634100

Visit website

Habaneros Mexican Grill

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hoover, Alabama

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12053267170

Rodeo Mexican Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Troy, Alabama

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13347700400

Visit website

Milky Moo's Deli & Creamery

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Inexpensiv

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+13343482202

Visit website

Downtown Donuts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Inexpensiv

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 4:30 am–6 pm

+13347631099

Weevil Play

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+13344752625

Visit website

Baristas and Barristers

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Prevail Union | MGM

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+13344168399

Visit website

SweetCreek Farm Market

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Pike Rd, Alabama

Hours: 9 am–6:30 pm

+13342803276

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Book Café

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10

Enterprise, Alabama

Visit website

Fuse Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Troy, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+13347700639

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Troy, Alabama

Downtown Montgomery EV Charger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Vestavia Hills, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Red E Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Prattville, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Alabaster, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Alabaster, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Sixtel Bottle & Growler House

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 12–8 pm

+13344752042

Visit website

The Social on Main Tapas Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $20 to $30

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 5–11 pm

+13344170687

Visit website

Weevil Nut Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+13343476887

Visit website

5 Points of Interest

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0 mi from route

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18504262301

Visit website

The MOOseum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+13342651867

Visit website

Pure Imagination

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+13343477057

Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Calera, Alabama

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

+12056683435

Visit website

Techway Automotive of Enterprise

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

+13348359063

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 80.9 and 165.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
80.9 mi into trip | ~1h 50m in

Turn left toward Ann Street South

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Exit 3 Toward Ann Street South
5
81.2 mi into trip | ~1h 51m in | I 85

Merge onto I 85

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
164.3 mi into trip | ~3h 22m in

Take the exit toward US 31: Montgomery Highway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 252 Toward US 31: Montgomery Highway
9
164.6 mi into trip | ~3h 22m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 31 South: Montgomery Highway, Columbiana Road, Hoover

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward US 31 South: Montgomery Highway, Columbi...
6
165.4 mi into trip | ~3h 25m in | Whispering Pines Circle

At end of road, turn left onto Whispering Pines Circle

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$24.98 one way

$49.96 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 58 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $27.42 $54.84
premium $4.56 $29.69 $59.37
diesel $5.61 $36.52 $73.04

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$25

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$50–$75

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 57.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 49.6 0 $17.37 $7.94
Efficient EV 41.4 0 $14.47 $6.62
EV Truck/SUV 66.2 0 $23.16 $10.59

Gas CO2

58 kg

EV CO2

19 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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Enterprise, AL

Morning in Enterprise on Tuesday

Local time

8:53 AM

CDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hoover, AL

Morning in Hoover on Tuesday

Local time

8:53 AM

CDT

Current temp

62°F

Mostly Clear

0 mph 0% chance Live forecast

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

3h 25m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument

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...

8 mi from route ~19 min detour Free near mile 165.4
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 165.4-mile journey, with 81% of the route utilizing high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 80.3 miles on I-65, so be prepared for sustained highway driving. The main roads include I-65, US-231, and Neil Metcalf Road, indicating a mix of major interstate and significant state highway travel. While predominantly highway, the presence of US-231 and a local road suggests some variation in speed and scenery as you progress toward Hoover.

81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 80.3 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 80.9 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 165.4 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 80.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 81.2 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 164.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

On the drive from Enterprise, AL to Hoover, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Ann Street South along the way.

Ann Street South

80.9 mi in | ~1h 50m

About the Cities

Starting in Enterprise, AL

Full guide →

Enterprise is a southeastern city located in the River Heritage region of Alabama, and serves as the county seat of Coffee County.

Arriving in Hoover, AL

Full guide →

Founded 1850

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 3h 25m. Total distance: 165.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 80.3 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 Hoover, 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 80.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 81.2 miles (I 85): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 164.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Hoover, AL, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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