Priceville, AL to Pennsylvania, AL is 315.7 miles and takes about 5h 45m via I 65 and AL 67, with a fuel budget near $46 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, entirely within Alabama. Given its highway-centric profile and single-day duration, it's a straightforward drive best suited for those looking to cover distance efficiently. You'll find yourself on well-maintained highways for the vast majority of the trip, making for a predictable and generally smooth experience.
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
157.8 miles from Priceville, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 51m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 65
312.1 mi
5h 38m
AL 67
0.9 mi
1m
US 43
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 312.1 mi, about 5h 38m
Traffic on I-65
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 55 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~825 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,223
Quietest
1 AM
~118 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 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 Priceville, AL and Pennsylvania, AL.
1
Start on AL 67
0.9 mi·1 min·AL 67
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward I-65 South: BirminghamUse the left lane.
3
Merge onto I 65
67 mi·1 hr 11 min·I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.5 mi·38 sec
Exit 265Toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, FultondaleUse the slight right lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·37 sec
Toward I 22 West: MemphisUse the straight lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·27 sec
Toward MontgomeryUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 65
245 mi·4 hr 27 min·I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward 430: Satsuma, Creola
9
Turn right onto US 43
0.5 mi·47 sec·US 43
10
Turn slight right
190 ft·8 sec
11
Turn slight right
0.2 mi·58 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this single-day drive, aim for an early morning departure to maximize daylight hours and avoid potential afternoon traffic. With a total duration of under 6 hours, you likely won't need more than one brief stop for fuel or a quick break. The longest stretch is over 300 miles on I 65, so ensure you're comfortable with sustained highway driving. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you near the destination, as the fuel cost estimate of $46 is based on average prices and current conditions may vary.
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 157.8 miles from Priceville, AL, or about 2h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 312.1 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 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 157.8 miles or 2h 51m 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 42m
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 Priceville, 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 Priceville, AL
This is one driving day of about 315.7 miles and 5h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 69 miles from Priceville, 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 312.1 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
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 69.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.9 mi into trip|~1m in
Take the ramp toward I-65 South: Birmingham
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I-65 South: Birmingham
5
1.3 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.
8
68.4 mi into trip|~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
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 265
Toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
7
68.9 mi into trip|~1h 14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 22 West: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 22 West: Memphis
7
69.4 mi into trip|~1h 15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Montgomery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Montgomery
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$43.83 one way
$87.65 round trip
$3.53/gal25.4 MPG avg111 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.95
$49.03
$98.07
premium
$4.29
$53.31
$106.62
diesel
$4.80
$59.61
$119.22
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 110.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
94.7
1
$33.15
$15.15
Efficient EV
78.9
0
$27.62
$12.63
EV Truck/SUV
126.3
1
$44.20
$20.20
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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Priceville, AL
Afternoon
in Priceville on Saturday
Local time
3:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
NW 5 to 10 mph60% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Pennsylvania, AL
Afternoon
in Pennsylvania on Saturday
Local time
3:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
98°F
Mostly Sunny
NW 5 to 10 mph5% chanceLive 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
9 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
5h 45m 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
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 76.2
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 route is almost entirely highway, with 99% of the drive on major roads. You'll experience a consistent stretch of 312.1 miles on I 65, indicating a long period of high-speed cruising. The transition to surface roads will be very brief, likely occurring only in the final miles as you approach your destination. Expect dense exit activity for much of the drive, typical of interstate travel.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 312.1 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and AL 67. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 315.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
916 ft21 ft
Total Climb
721 ft
Total Descent
1,320 ft
Highest Point
916 ft
~22.5 mi in
Elevation Range
895 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Priceville, AL and Pennsylvania, AL, road signs point toward Fultondale and Montgomery.
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...
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 45m. Total distance: 315.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 312.1 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 25 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.
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 Pennsylvania, AL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 25 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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 5.8 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 Pennsylvania, AL before the return drive.
