Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
30.1 mi
48 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Snead, AL
Magda Ehlers
Gurley, AL
Muhammad Nabeel
Snead, AL to Gurley, AL is 30.1 miles and takes about 54 minutes via AL 75, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Alabama, connecting two points in the Southeast region. It's a quick hop, mostly on a primary state highway, making it ideal for a straightforward day trip or an easy add-on to a larger itinerary. You won't need to worry about overnight stays for this distance.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AL 75 | 29.1 mi | 50m |
| Old Compton Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Remlap Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Red Valley Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Snead, AL and Gurley, AL.
Start on AL 75
Continue on AL 75
Continue on AL 75
Turn right
Continue on Remlap Drive
At end of road, turn right onto Old Compton Road
Turn right onto Red Valley Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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.
A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 15 miles from Snead, 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.
4 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 30.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Depart onto AL 75
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto Old Compton Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Red Valley Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$4.63 one way
$9.25 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.32 | $5.12 | $10.23 |
| premium | $4.65 | $5.51 | $11.01 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $6.34 | $12.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.93 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Snead on Wednesday
Local time
6:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Clear
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued June 3 at 11:26AM CDT until June 7 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Destination
Evening in Gurley on Wednesday
Local time
6:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Clear
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued June 3 at 11:26AM CDT until June 7 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
66°F
Oneonta, AL
15 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 97% of the 30.1 miles on paved roads. You'll experience a longest stretch of 29.1 miles on AL 75, indicating extended periods of consistent travel. The minimal portion on surface roads, likely starting around mile 29.1, will involve a shift in driving conditions. Expect a straightforward drive with minimal complexity.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AL 75 and Old Compton Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AL 75.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Snead, AL to Gurley, AL is easy. At 54m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AL 75): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 29.3 miles (Old Compton Road): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
219 ft
Total Descent
371 ft
Highest Point
823 ft
~12.9 mi in
Elevation Range
205 ft
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 30.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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