Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
24m
Distance
19.4 mi
31 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hamilton, AL
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Tucker, AL
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This short 19.4-mile drive from Hamilton to Tucker, Alabama, can be completed in about 24 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. The route is primarily highway-focused, with about 70% of the journey on major roads. You'll predominantly travel on I 22, with segments also utilizing Military Street South and AL 129. Given its brevity, no overnight stay is necessary. The estimated fuel cost for this short hop is around $3, making it an economical option for travelers exploring the Southeast region. This journey is perfect for a quick transfer or a short excursion within the state.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 22 | 12.5 mi | 13m |
| Military Street South | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| AL 129 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| County Road 63 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bexar Avenue West | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton, AL and Tucker, AL.
Start on AL 74
Turn right onto US 43; US 278; AL 17
Take the exit
Merge onto I 22; US 78
Take the exit
Turn straight onto AL 129
Continue on AL 129
Turn left onto County Road 63
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 19.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto US 43; US 278; AL 17 / Military Street South
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I-22 East: Jasper
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 22; US 78
Merge point - match speed before joining
Take the exit toward AL 129: Brilliant, Winfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto County Road 63
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$2.93 one way
$5.86 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.22 | $6.43 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.48 | $6.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.28 | $8.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.04 | $0.93 |
| Efficient EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.70 | $0.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Hamilton on Tuesday
Local time
7:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Morning in Tucker on Tuesday
Local time
7:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 19.4-mile trip, with 70% of your travel on major roadways like I 22. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 12.5 miles on I 22, offering a chance for steady progress. The route transitions from I 22 to Military Street South and then AL 129, suggesting a mix of higher-speed highway driving and potentially more local road conditions as you approach your destination. This profile means you'll likely experience a straightforward drive with ample opportunity to maintain speed.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 22 and Military Street South. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 43; US 278; AL 17 / Military Street South.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 24m drive. You will face about 5 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; US 278; AL 17 / Military Street South): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles (I 22; US 78): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Hamilton, AL to Tucker, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Winfield along the way.
Winfield
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 19.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Straightforward navigation.
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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