Origin
Gu-Win, AL
Morning in Gu-Win on Tuesday
Local time
7:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gu-Win, AL to Tucker, 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
15m
Distance
9.3 mi
15 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 14m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gu-Win, AL
Taryn Elliott
Tucker, AL
Mohammed Alim
Trip Overview
This short 9.3-mile drive from Gu-Win to Tucker, Alabama, will only take about 15 minutes, making it an easy addition to any travel plans in the Southeast region. With a fuel cost estimate of just $1, this route is incredibly budget-friendly. It's primarily a highway-focused experience, so you won't need to break it up with an overnight stay; it's perfect for a quick transit or an exploratory spin. The journey sticks to major roads like US 43 and AL 129, ensuring a straightforward path.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 43 | 5 mi | 8m |
| AL 129 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Bankhead Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Cowboy Circle | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| County Road 63 | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 43
— 5 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gu-Win, AL and Tucker, AL.
1
Start on Cowboy Circle
70 ft
·
10 sec
·
Cowboy Circle
2
Turn left onto US 43; AL 118; AL 171
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
US 43; AL 118; AL 171
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on AL 118
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Bankhead Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto AL 129
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
AL 129
Use the left lane.
5
Turn slight right
138 ft
·
6 sec
Use the right lane.
6
Turn straight onto County Road 63
12 ft
·
0 sec
·
County Road 63
7
Arrive at destination
County Road 63
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 9.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 43; AL 118; AL 171
Turn left onto US 43; AL 118; AL 171
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
6.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
AL 129
Turn left onto AL 129
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
9.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Turn slight right
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.40 one way
$2.81 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.54 | $3.08 |
| premium | $4.56 | $1.67 | $3.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.05 | $4.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.98 | $0.45 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.81 | $0.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.60 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Tucker, AL
Morning in Tucker on Tuesday
Local time
7:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
15m 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?
Prepare for a highway-centric experience, as 84% of this route utilizes major roadways. You'll find yourself on US 43 for a continuous stretch of up to 5 miles, offering a consistent pace. The drive largely stays on well-maintained highways, including Bankhead Avenue as part of the journey, which contributes to its straightforward and efficient character. Expect minimal deviations from high-speed travel, making this a quick and direct connection between Gu-Win and Tucker.
84% 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: 5 mi on US 43.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 43 and AL 129. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 43; AL 118; AL 171.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 3 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 43; AL 118; AL 171): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (AL 129): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 15m. Total distance: 9.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5 miles on US 43. 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 (US 43; AL 118; AL 171): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (AL 129): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Tucker, 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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