Lineville, AL to Hoover, AL is 89.5 miles and takes about 1h 54m via I 20 and Highway 77, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Alabama, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. It's a straightforward drive primarily on major highways, making it a convenient option for a quick journey. Expect a consistent pace for most of the drive, with minimal detours needed. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination with plenty of time to spare.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.8 miles from Lineville, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 3m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 20
30.3 mi
32m
John M. Harbert III Freeway
14.5 mi
15m
Highway 77
11.2 mi
15m
Ashland Highway
11 mi
14m
AL 77
9.9 mi
14m
State Route 9
3.4 mi
5m
Main Street
1.4 mi
2m
East Battle Street
1.2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 30.3 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lineville, AL and Hoover, AL.
1
Start on AL 49
31 ft·2 sec·Cheaha Road
2
Turn right onto AL 9
0.2 mi·20 sec·Main Street
3
Continue on AL 9
1.2 mi·1 min·Main Street
4
Continue on AL 9
3.2 mi·4 min·State Route 9
5
Continue on AL 9
1.0 mi·1 min·1st Avenue
6
Continue on AL 9
0.1 mi·13 sec·State Route 9
7
Turn slight right onto AL 77
11 mi·15 min·Highway 77
8
Continue on AL 77
11 mi·14 min·Ashland Highway
9
Turn right onto AL 77
0.7 mi·1 min·Haynes Street
10
Turn left onto East Battle Street
1.2 mi·2 min·East Battle Street
11
Turn right onto AL 77
0.8 mi·1 min·South East Street
12
Turn left
0.8 mi·58 sec
13
Continue on AL 77
9.9 mi·14 min·AL 77
14
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward I-20 West: BirminghamUse the left lane.
15
Merge onto I 20
30 mi·32 min·I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 136Toward I 459: Montgomery, Tuscaloosa, GadsdenUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 459 South: Montgomery, Tuscaloosa
18
Merge onto I 459
14 mi·15 min·John M. Harbert III Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 13BToward US 31: Hoover, PelhamUse the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork
516 ft·12 sec
Toward US 31 North: HooverUse the right lane.
21
Turn straight onto US 31
1.1 mi·2 min·Montgomery Highway
22
Turn left onto Braddock Drive
0.2 mi·53 sec·Braddock Drive
23
Turn right onto Spruce Drive
436 ft·25 sec·Spruce Drive
24
Turn left onto Whispering Pines Circle
0.2 mi·35 sec·Whispering Pines Circle
25
Arrive at destination
Whispering Pines Circle
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1h 54m, this route offers flexibility; you can depart at your leisure. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, it's an economical trip. There are no recommended stops, so fuel up before you leave Lineville to ensure you have enough for the entire 89.5-mile journey. The longest stretch without a break is 30.3 miles on I 20, so plan for a brief pause if needed, but no extended stops are necessary. Keep an eye out for the transition as you move from Highway 77 onto I 20, as this is a key point in the route.
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 44.8 miles from Lineville, AL, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.3 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 20 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.8 miles or 1h 3m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hoover, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lineville, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lineville, AL
This is one driving day of about 89.5 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Lineville, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 30.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 41.5 and 87.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
41.5 mi into trip|~59m in
Take the ramp toward I-20 West: Birmingham
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I-20 West: Birmingham
8
72 mi into trip|~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward I 459: Montgomery, Tuscaloosa, Gadsden
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 136
Toward I 459: Montgomery, Tuscaloosa, Gadsden
6
72.3 mi into trip|~1h 32m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 459 South: Montgomery, Tuscaloosa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 459 South: Montgomery, Tuscaloosa
8
87.6 mi into trip|~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward US 31: Hoover, Pelham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 13B
Toward US 31: Hoover, Pelham
8
87.9 mi into trip|~1h 50m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 31 North: Hoover
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US 31 North: Hoover
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.52 one way
$27.03 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$14.84
$29.68
premium
$4.56
$16.06
$32.13
diesel
$5.61
$19.76
$39.52
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.8
0
$9.40
$4.30
Efficient EV
22.4
0
$7.83
$3.58
EV Truck/SUV
35.8
0
$12.53
$5.73
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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 18, 2026
Origin
Lineville, AL
Morning
in Lineville on Sunday
Local time
10:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hoover, AL
Morning
in Hoover on Sunday
Local time
10:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Mostly Clear
SW 0 to 5 mph1% chanceLive forecast
45°F
Lincoln, AL
45 mi in
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
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 54m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 77.2
In 1961, a small interracial band of “Freedom Riders” challenged discriminatory laws requiring separation of the races in interstate travel. They were attacked by white segregationists, who firebombed...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 40.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 77% of the route utilizing major roadways like I 20 and John M. Harbert III Freeway. You'll experience a significant stretch of uninterrupted travel on I 20, covering 30.3 miles at once. The profile suggests a driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over winding scenic byways. While much of the journey is on faster roads, you'll also navigate sections of Highway 77, which may offer a slight change in pace. Overall, anticipate a steady and predictable drive on well-maintained highways.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.3 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and John M. Harbert III Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 41.5 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 89.5 miles you will encounter 15 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 41.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 72 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 72.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lineville, AL and Hoover, AL, road signs point toward Tuscaloosa and Gadsden.
Hoover is a city in the Birmingham urban area in Metropolitan Alabama, south of central Birmingham. While most nearby attractions in the area are in the city of Birmingham, Hoover is an important shopping/retail area.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 89.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.3 miles on I 20. 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 Hoover, 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 41.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 72 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 72.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument and Freedom Riders 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 Hoover, AL before heading back.
