Pennsylvania, AL to Priceville, AL is 314.9 miles and takes about 5h 44m via I 65 and US 43, with a fuel budget near $46 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Alabama, traversing the Southeast region for its entirety. Given its highway profile and single-day recommendation, this route is straightforward for those looking to cover distance efficiently. The primary focus is on reaching your destination with minimal fuss, making it a practical choice for a direct connection between these two points.
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
157.5 miles from Pennsylvania, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 52m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
313.1 mi
5h 39m
Point Mallard Drive
0.7 mi
1m
US 43
0.4 mi
<1m
AL 67
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 313.1 mi, about 5h 39m
Traffic on I-65
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 104 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,205 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,681
Quietest
2 AM
~134 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 100 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pennsylvania, AL and Priceville, AL.
To make the most of this 5h 44m drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and avoid potential midday traffic. With the longest stretch on I 65 being over 300 miles, plan for one significant stop to break up the driving, perhaps around the halfway point for fuel and a quick stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $46, and it's always wise to top off before embarking on longer highway segments. Since this route is designed for a single day, you have flexibility; however, focusing on the continuous highway portion will allow for a steady pace.
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 157.5 miles from Pennsylvania, AL, or about 2h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 313.1 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 69 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 157.5 miles or 2h 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Priceville, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania, AL
This is one driving day of about 314.9 miles and 5h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 69 miles from Pennsylvania, 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 313.1 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
4 of 4
4 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 314.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.6 mi into trip|~1m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
0.8 mi into trip|~2m in|I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
313.8 mi into trip|~5h 42m in
Take the exit toward 67: Decatur, Priceville, Somerville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
314.2 mi into trip|~5h 42m in|AL 67 / Point Mallard Drive
Turn sharp right onto AL 67 / Point Mallard Drive
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.02 one way
$98.04 round trip
$3.95/gal25.4 MPG avg110 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$54.04
$108.08
premium
$4.71
$58.41
$116.81
diesel
$6.18
$76.61
$153.21
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 110.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
94.5
1
$33.06
$15.12
Efficient EV
78.7
0
$27.55
$12.60
EV Truck/SUV
126
1
$44.09
$20.15
Gas CO2
110 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Oct 18, 2026
Origin
Pennsylvania, AL
Late night
in Pennsylvania on Monday
Local time
12:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Clear
NE 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 17 at 11:39PM CDT until October 20 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Destination
Priceville, AL
Late night
in Priceville on Monday
Local time
12:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Clear
NE 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 17 at 11:39PM CDT until October 20 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
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
11 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
5h 44m 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.
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...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Free
near mile 238.9
Park Closure: A.G Gaston Motel Closed for Construction
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is almost entirely on highways, with 100% of the route utilizing them. You'll spend the vast majority of your time on I 65, covering a continuous stretch of 313.1 miles. Expect a consistent cruising experience for nearly the entire trip. The transition to surface roads will only occur in the final miles as you approach Priceville, so be prepared for a concentrated period of highway driving before reaching your destination.
100% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 313.1 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Point Mallard Drive. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 44m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 313.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Pennsylvania is a state in the eastern United States. It is known for its Revolutionary War-era historical sites like Valley Forge, its large cities like Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, its farming regions (some occupied by the Amish), and a (once)-strong industrial history. With equally large swaths of cities and towns as fields and mountains, Pennsylvania is a rich and varied state, as well as a worthy travel destination.
Top landmarks
•Susquehanna River — river in the northeastern United States
•Appalachian Trail — 2,198.4-mile (3,538 km) trail going through fourteen US states managed by the Na...
The longest stretch is about 313.1 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 26 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 26 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 313.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.7 hours each way, a round trip means 11.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Priceville, AL before the return drive.
