Origin
Gilbertown, AL
Morning in Gilbertown on Tuesday
Local time
11:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gilbertown, AL to Aquilla, AL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
27m
Distance
16.5 mi
27 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gilbertown, AL
Ivan Hassib
Aquilla, AL
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Trip Overview
Gilbertown to Aquilla is 16.5 miles and takes about 27 minutes via AL 17 and US 84, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Alabama, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Expect a straightforward drive focused on highway travel, making it an easy addition to a longer journey or a quick local errand. Given its brevity, you won't need to pack much, but it's always wise to have water and snacks.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AL 17 | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| US 84 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| County Road 3 | 4.4 mi | 10m |
| County Road 2 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AL 17
— 7.2 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gilbertown, AL and Aquilla, AL.
1
Start on Main Street
56 ft
·
11 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto AL 17
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
AL 17
3
Take the ramp
79 ft
·
2 sec
4
Turn right onto US 84
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
US 84
5
Turn left onto County Road 3
4.4 mi
·
10 min
·
County Road 3
6
Continue on County Road 2
489 ft
·
13 sec
·
County Road 2
7
Arrive at destination
County Road 2
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 12 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
AL 17
Turn left onto AL 17
Navigation decision point
4
12 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
County Road 3
Turn left onto County Road 3
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.49 one way
$4.98 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.74 | $5.47 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.96 | $5.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.64 | $7.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.73 | $0.79 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.44 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.31 | $1.06 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Aquilla, AL
Morning in Aquilla on Tuesday
Local time
11:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°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
22 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
27m 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 primarily highway-focused, with 72% of the journey on faster roads like AL 17 and US 84. You'll experience a 7.2-mile stretch on AL 17 without interruption, offering a consistent pace. The route transitions to County Road 3, providing a slightly different feel as you approach your destination. Overall, it's a smooth ride without many complex turns, allowing you to maintain a steady speed for most of the 16.5 miles.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.2 mi on AL 17.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AL 17 and US 84. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AL 17.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Gilbertown, AL to Aquilla, AL is easy. At 27m with 72% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AL 17): Navigation decision point; at 12 miles (County Road 3): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 16.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.2 miles on AL 17. 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AL 17): Navigation decision point; at 12 miles (County Road 3): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Aquilla, 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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