Origin
Guin, AL
Late night in Guin on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Guin, AL to Texas, 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
22m
Distance
14.8 mi
24 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Guin, AL
Muhammad Nabeel
Texas, AL
Mark Direen
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick, straightforward trip within Alabama, the 14.8-mile stretch from Guin to Texas is an ideal candidate. You can easily complete this drive in about 22 minutes, making it a perfect day trip that requires no overnight planning. With fuel costs estimated at a modest $2, it is an incredibly economical journey for your travel budget. The route keeps you firmly within the Southeast region, transitioning between two small Alabama communities. Because the distance is so short, you have total flexibility to head out whenever your schedule allows. Whether you are running errands or simply exploring, this uncomplicated transit is a practical way to connect these two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 43 | 7.1 mi | 11m |
| Bankhead Highway | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Bankhead Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 43
— 7.1 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Guin, AL and Texas, AL.
1
Start on US 43; AL 118; AL 171
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
US 43; AL 118; AL 171
Use the straight lane.
2
Continue on AL 118
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Bankhead Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on AL 118; AL 129
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Bankhead Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on AL 118
209 ft
·
12 sec
·
Bankhead Highway
Use the left lane.
5
Arrive at destination
AL 118
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 14.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 43; AL 118; AL 171
Depart onto US 43; AL 118; AL 171
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
14.7 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
AL 118 / Bankhead Highway
Continue onto AL 118 / Bankhead Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.24 one way
$4.47 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.45 | $4.91 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.66 | $5.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.27 | $6.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.55 | $0.71 |
| Efficient EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.95 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Texas, AL
Late night in Texas on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 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
22m 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?
Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate this 14.8-mile path. You will spend roughly 48 percent of your time on highways, utilizing US 43, Bankhead Highway, and Bankhead Avenue to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is a 7.1-mile stretch on US 43, which allows for a steady pace before you transition into local road conditions. Because this is a short, localized route, the drive lacks the monotonous fatigue of a long-haul interstate trek. You will notice the character of the road shift as you move off the primary highway and onto the local avenues, requiring you to adjust your speed accordingly.
48% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
5 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.1 mi on US 43.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 43; AL 118; AL 171.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Guin, AL to Texas, AL is easy. At 22m with 48% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 14.7 miles (AL 118 / Bankhead Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 22m. Total distance: 14.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (48%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.1 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 14.7 miles (AL 118 / Bankhead Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Texas, 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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