Origin
Sulligent, AL
Morning in Sulligent on Tuesday
Local time
8:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sulligent, AL to Detroit, AL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
14m
Distance
10.1 mi
16 km
Drive Score
4/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sulligent, AL
Muhammad Nabeel
Detroit, AL
Anon
Trip Overview
Sulligent, AL to Detroit, AL is 10.1 miles and takes about 14 minutes via AL 17, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop connects two points within the Southeast region, staying entirely within Alabama. Given its minimal distance and duration, this drive is ideal for a quick transit or as part of a larger journey. You'll find it's a straightforward connection on a state highway, so no need to overthink the planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AL 17 | 10.1 mi | 14m |
Longest stretch:
AL 17
— 10.1 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sulligent, AL and Detroit, AL.
1
Start on AL 17
10 mi
·
14 min
·
AL 17
2
Arrive at destination
AL 17
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.53 one way
$3.05 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.67 | $3.35 |
| premium | $4.56 | $1.81 | $3.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.23 | $4.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3 | 0 | $1.06 | $0.48 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4 | 0 | $1.41 | $0.65 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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.
Destination
Detroit, AL
Morning in Detroit on Tuesday
Local time
8:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
14m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is entirely highway-focused, meaning you'll be on AL 17 for the full 10.1 miles. It's a direct, uninterrupted drive with your longest stretch being this entire journey on AL 17. Expect a consistent driving experience without significant changes in road type. This is a straightforward drive where the road itself doesn't present many dramatic shifts.
100% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
2 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.1 mi on AL 17.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AL 17. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Sulligent, AL to Detroit, AL is easy. At 14m with 100% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sulligent, AL to Detroit, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 14m. Total distance: 10.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (100%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.1 miles on AL 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sulligent, AL to Detroit, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Detroit, AL before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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