Origin
Gadsden, AL
Night in Gadsden on Saturday
Local time
11:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gadsden, 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
58m
Distance
48 mi
77 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gadsden, AL
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Trussville, AL
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Trip Overview
Gadsden, AL to Trussville, AL is 48 miles and takes about 58m via I 59, I 759, and Deerfoot Parkway, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Alabama, connecting two cities in the Southeast region. It's a short, straightforward trip mostly on major highways, making it a convenient option for a quick relocation or a segment of a larger journey. Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience that gets you to your destination efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 59 | 38 mi | 40m |
| I 759 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Deerfoot Parkway | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Gadsden Highway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| South 11th Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Walnut Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Black Creek Parkway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 59
— 38 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gadsden, AL and Trussville, AL.
1
Start on South 6th Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
South 6th Street
2
Turn right onto Walnut Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Walnut Street
3
Turn left onto South 11th Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South 11th Street
4
Turn left onto Black Creek Parkway
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Black Creek Parkway
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I-759 West: Birmingham, Chattanooga
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 759
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 759
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward Birmingham
Use the slight left lane.
8
Merge onto I 59
38 mi
·
40 min
·
I 59
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 143
Toward Deerfoot Parkway
10
Turn left onto Deerfoot Parkway
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Deerfoot Parkway
11
Turn right onto US 11
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Gadsden Highway
12
Continue on US 11
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
Main Street
13
Turn right
242 ft
·
19 sec
14
Turn right
280 ft
·
21 sec
15
Turn right onto Linden Street
48 ft
·
5 sec
·
Linden Street
16
Turn right
197 ft
·
14 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24 miles from Gadsden, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 47.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I-759 West: Birmingham, Chattanooga
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I-759 West: Birmingham, Chattanooga
7
5.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Birmingham
5
43.5 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward Deerfoot Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 143
Toward Deerfoot Parkway
4
47.8 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
47.9 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.25 one way
$14.50 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.96 | $15.92 |
| premium | $4.56 | $8.62 | $17.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.60 | $21.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.20 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.72 | $3.07 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Night in Trussville on Saturday
Local time
11:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Ashville, AL
24 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
58m 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 an 88% highway drive, meaning you'll spend most of your time on high-speed roads like I 59 and I 759. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 38 miles on I 59, offering a period of consistent travel. The inclusion of Deerfoot Parkway adds a slightly different character, though the overall feel remains highway-centric. You'll likely experience a smooth, uninterrupted flow for the majority of the 48 miles.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38 mi on I 59.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 59 and I 759. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 2.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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 Gadsden, AL and Trussville, AL, road signs point toward Chattanooga and Birmingham.
Chattanooga
2.6 mi in
|
~5m
Birmingham
5.1 mi in
|
~8m
About the Cities
Starting in Gadsden, AL
Full guide →Gadsden is a city in the Appalachian foothills of Alabama.
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 58m. Total distance: 48 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38 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 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 2.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes — Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument and Freedom Riders 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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