Lineville, AL to Pennsylvania, AL is 236.6 miles and takes about 4h 46m via I 65 and State Route 9, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, making it a straightforward journey between two points in Alabama. With most of the drive on major highways, expect a generally efficient travel experience. Given the relatively short duration, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
118.3 miles from Lineville, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 37m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
152.8 mi
2h 44m
State Route 9
32.3 mi
47m
Central Plank Road
14.6 mi
21m
US 231
11.5 mi
13m
Shady Grove Road
8 mi
11m
Northern Boulevard
6.3 mi
8m
Ashland Street
3.6 mi
5m
North Main Street
1.8 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 152.8 mi, about 2h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lineville, AL and Pennsylvania, AL.
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Start on AL 49
31 ft·2 sec·Cheaha Road
2
Turn right onto AL 9
0.2 mi·20 sec·Main Street
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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·14 sec·State Route 9
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Continue on AL 9
8.2 mi·12 min·State Route 9
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Continue on AL 9
8.0 mi·11 min·Shady Grove Road
9
Continue on AL 9
3.6 mi·5 min·Ashland Street
10
Continue on AL 9
1.8 mi·2 min·North Main Street
11
Continue on AL 9
21 mi·30 min·State Route 9
12
Continue on AL 9
14 mi·21 min·Central Plank Road
13
Continue on AL 9
1.6 mi·2 min·Old Central Plank Road
14
Continue on AL 9
0.4 mi·39 sec·Central Plank Road
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Turn left onto US 231; AL 21
11 mi·13 min·US 231; AL 21
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·35 sec
Toward Birmingham, MobileUse the right lane.
17
Merge onto AL 152
6.3 mi·8 min·Northern Boulevard
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I-65 South: Mobile
19
Merge onto I 65; US 82
153 mi·2 hr 44 min·I 65; US 82
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward 430: Satsuma, Creola
21
Turn right onto US 43
0.5 mi·47 sec·US 43
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Turn slight right
190 ft·8 sec
23
Turn slight right
0.2 mi·58 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 46m drive time, starting your day in Lineville, AL, allows ample time to reach Pennsylvania, AL, before evening. Plan for just one significant stop to break up the 236.6 miles, perhaps around the halfway mark on I 65. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a major town could be over 150 miles. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility; consider leaving early to maximize your time at your destination.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 118.3 miles from Lineville, AL, or about 2h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 152.8 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 52 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 118.3 miles or 2h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pennsylvania, 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.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lineville, AL
This is one driving day of about 236.6 miles and 4h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Lineville, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 152.8 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 235.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|AL 9 / Main Street
Turn right onto AL 9 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
64.3 mi into trip|~1h 35m in|US 231; AL 21
Turn left onto US 231; AL 21
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
75.8 mi into trip|~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward Birmingham, Mobile
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Birmingham, Mobile
5
82.3 mi into trip|~1h 58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I-65 South: Mobile
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I-65 South: Mobile
5
235.7 mi into trip|~4h 44m in
Take the exit toward 430: Satsuma, Creola
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward 430: Satsuma, Creola
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.73 one way
$71.46 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg83 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$39.23
$78.45
premium
$4.56
$42.47
$84.93
diesel
$5.61
$52.24
$104.48
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
71
0
$24.84
$11.36
Efficient EV
59.2
0
$20.70
$9.46
EV Truck/SUV
94.6
1
$33.12
$15.14
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 15, 2026
Origin
Lineville, AL
Morning
in Lineville on Sunday
Local time
9:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Pennsylvania, AL
Morning
in Pennsylvania on Sunday
Local time
9:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°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
5 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
4h 46m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Freedom Riders National Monument
National Monument
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 83% of it on major roads like I 65. You'll experience a significant stretch of 152.8 miles on I 65, which will likely be your primary conduit for much of the journey. Expect a consistent pace along these highways, punctuated by transitions onto State Route 9 and Central Plank Road. While the majority is highway, the inclusion of these state and local roads may offer slight variations in scenery and speed.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 152.8 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and State Route 9. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AL 9 / Main Street.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 46m drive. You will face about 7 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 (AL 9 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 64.3 miles (US 231; AL 21): Lane positioning matters here; at 75.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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 Pennsylvania, AL, road signs point toward Birmingham and Mobile.
Birmingham
75.8 mi in|~1h 49m
Mobile
75.8 mi in|~1h 49m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 46m. Total distance: 236.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 152.8 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AL 9 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 64.3 miles (US 231; AL 21): Lane positioning matters here; at 75.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Freedom Riders National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Pennsylvania, AL, but most travelers stay overnight.
