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Trip from Huntsville, AL to Morris, AL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 34m

Distance

83.8 mi

135 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 28m ★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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county seat of Madison County, Alabama, United States

Huntsville, AL

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Downtown Morris, AL, AL

Morris, AL

Franco Monsalvo

Trip Overview

If you are looking for a straightforward, efficient transit between Huntsville and Morris, this 83.8-mile journey is your best bet. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 34 minutes behind the wheel, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. Since the drive is entirely within Alabama, you won't experience any major regional shifts, keeping the logistics simple and predictable. With a fuel budget of approximately $13, it is an economical route for a quick commute or a day trip. You will primarily stick to I-65, I-565, and US-31, ensuring a consistent pace throughout the journey. There is no need to plan for overnight stays, as the duration is manageable in one go.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

41.9 miles from Huntsville, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 65 59.3 mi 1h 3m
I 565 18.9 mi 20m
US 31 2.7 mi 4m
Washington Street Northeast 0.5 mi <1m
Morris Majestic Road 0.3 mi 1m
Service Road 0.2 mi <1m
West Side Square <0.1 mi <1m
East Side Square <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 65 — 59.3 mi, about 1h 3m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Huntsville, AL and Morris, AL.

1

Start on Spring Street Southwest

4 ft · 3 sec · Spring Street Southwest
2

Turn right onto West Side Square

376 ft · 16 sec · West Side Square
3

Continue on South Side Square

369 ft · 16 sec · South Side Square
4

Turn left onto East Side Square

371 ft · 9 sec · East Side Square
5

Continue on Washington Street Southeast

364 ft · 9 sec · Washington Street Southeast
6

Continue on Washington Street Northeast

0.5 mi · 53 sec · Washington Street Northeast
7

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 40 sec
8

Merge onto I 565; US 72 Alternate

19 mi · 20 min · I 565; US 72 Alternate
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 16 sec
Exit 1 Toward I 65: Birmingham, Nashville
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 1 Toward I 65 South: Birmingham Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11

Merge onto I 65

59 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 65
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 47 sec
Exit 280 Toward US 31, AL 3: Warrior
13

Turn left onto Service Road

0.2 mi · 14 sec · Service Road
14

Keep slight right at fork

429 ft · 15 sec
Toward Kimberly, Morris
15

Turn straight onto US 31

2.7 mi · 4 min · US 31
16

Turn left onto Morris Majestic Road

0.3 mi · 1 min · Morris Majestic Road
17

Turn left onto Stouts Road

80 ft · 3 sec · Stouts Road
18

Arrive at destination

Stouts Road

Trip Plan

Because this is a relatively short trip with zero mandatory stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. However, keeping an eye on traffic patterns along I-65 is wise, as interstate congestion can fluctuate during peak commuting hours. Since the drive is under two hours, you likely won't need to plan formal rest stops, but it is always smart to ensure your tank is ready for the $13 fuel investment before you head out. Use the simplicity of the 83.8-mile distance to your advantage by choosing a departure time that avoids rush hour in the Huntsville area. Your best strategy is to treat this as a streamlined transit, keeping your focus on the main highway transitions.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41.9 miles from Huntsville, AL, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.3 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 18 miles or 20m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 41.9 miles or 47m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 18m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Morris, AL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Huntsville, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Huntsville, AL

This is one driving day of about 83.8 miles and 1h 34m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Huntsville, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 59.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city and county seat of Cullman County, Alabama, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cullman, AL

42 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

Decatur, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cullman, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 41.9 miles from Huntsville, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

Makers Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Morris, Alabama

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 83.8

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

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Just Love Coffee Cafe - Madison, AL

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Madison, Alabama

2.7 mi

Alamitos Mexican Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 53.9

Cullman, Alabama

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+12567348020

Visit website

Makers Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 83.8

Morris, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

Visit website

Just Love Coffee Cafe - Madison, AL

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 12

Madison, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+12564891223

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Huntsville, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Huntsville, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Clipper Creek Charging Station

2.9 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 6

Huntsville, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

Blink Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 6

Huntsville, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 6

Huntsville, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 6

Huntsville, AL

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 47.9

Cullman, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 12

Madison, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

WildWater Cullman

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 53.9

Cullman, Alabama

+18338389453

Visit website

Lucky Duck Scavenger Hunt

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Huntsville, Alabama

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18008430468

Rickwood Caverns State Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 71.8

Warrior, Alabama

+12056479692

Visit website

Sportsman Lake Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 53.9

Cullman, Alabama

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+12567343052

Visit website

Ave Maria Grotto

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 53.9

Cullman, Alabama

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+12567344110

Visit website

Dublin Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 12

Madison, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+12567729300

Visit website

Kids Kingdom

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 12

Madison, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12563872194

Visit website

Monte Sano State Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

Huntsville, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12565343757

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 80.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Side Square

Turn left onto East Side Square

Navigation decision point

6
20 mi into trip | ~22m in

Take the exit toward I 65: Birmingham, Nashville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 1 Toward I 65: Birmingham, Nashville
8
20.1 mi into trip | ~23m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 65 South: Birmingham

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 1 Toward I 65 South: Birmingham
6
80.3 mi into trip | ~1h 28m in

Take the exit toward US 31, AL 3: Warrior

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 280 Toward US 31, AL 3: Warrior
7
80.7 mi into trip | ~1h 29m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Kimberly, Morris

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Kimberly, Morris

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.66 one way

$25.31 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 29 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $13.89 $27.79
premium $4.56 $15.04 $30.08
diesel $5.61 $18.50 $37.00

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 29.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 25.1 0 $8.80 $4.02
Efficient EV 21 0 $7.33 $3.35
EV Truck/SUV 33.5 0 $11.73 $5.36

Gas CO2

29 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 19, 2026

Origin

Huntsville, AL

Afternoon in Huntsville on Sunday

Local time

4:57 PM

CDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Morris, AL

Afternoon in Morris on Sunday

Local time

4:57 PM

CDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

1 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

1h 34m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument

Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument

National Monument

In 1963, images of snarling police dogs unleashed against non-violent protesters and of children being sprayed with high-pressure hoses appeared in print and television news around the world. These dr...

16 mi from route ~40 min detour Free near mile 83.8
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This trip is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 97% of your time spent on major roads. You should prepare for an interstate-heavy experience, as the route is built for speed rather than winding backroads. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 59.3 miles on I-65, where you will spend the bulk of your travel time. Because the route relies so heavily on high-speed infrastructure, it feels practical and direct. Expect a consistent, steady pace from start to finish without the technical challenges of local navigation.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.3 mi on I 65.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 565. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Side Square.

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 83.8 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (East Side Square): Navigation decision point; at 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Huntsville, AL to Morris, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Nashville along the way.

Nashville

20 mi in | ~22m

About the Cities

Starting in Huntsville, AL

Full guide →

Huntsville is in northern Alabama, about 20 miles (32 km) from the border with Tennessee. The city is a center for missile defense and aerospace technologies, with companies like Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Northrop Grumman having major operations here. Cummings Research Park, the second largest research park in the country, is home to many of these companies.

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 1h 34m. Total distance: 83.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 59.3 miles on I 65. 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 Morris, 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 0.1 miles (East Side Square): Navigation decision point; at 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Birmingham Civil Rights 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 Morris, 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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