How far is Athens, AL from Hueytown, AL?
The driving distance from Athens, AL to Hueytown, AL is about 105.4 miles (169.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.4 miles (150.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 01m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Athens and Hueytown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Athens and Hueytown.
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Start on Jefferson Street South
1.4 km · 2 min · Jefferson Street South
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Turn left onto US Highway 72 West
1.8 mi · 3 min · US Highway 72 West
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Take the exit right toward I-65 South: Birmingham
1118 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
84.8 mi · 1 hr 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
2715 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 22 West: Memphis
2666 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Montgomery
1940 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
3.7 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 20 West, I 59 South: Tuscaloosa
2224 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left
8.2 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Allison-Bonnett Memorial Drive
1713 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Hueytown
779 ft · 19 sec
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Turn straight onto Valley Road
1203 ft · 24 sec · Valley Road
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Continue on Allison-Bonnett Memorial Drive
2.9 mi · 5 min · Allison-Bonnett Memorial Drive
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Turn left onto High School Road
1721 ft · 1 min · High School Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · High School Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Athens and Hueytown.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-65 South
Merge slight left
84.8 mi · 01h 31m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Athens and Mostly Sunny near Hueytown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Athens to Hueytown?
The road trip is about 105.4 miles (169.6 km) and usually takes 02h 01m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Good Hope is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.8 miles from Athens and 52.6 miles from Hueytown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.4 miles (150.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.97 one way or $29.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Athens and Mostly Sunny near Hueytown.
Stop Ideas Near Good Hope
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Good Hope.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Athens and Hueytown. Straight-line distance: 93.37 mi (150.26 km).
#1 Athens
County seat of Limestone County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 28,643 |
| Coordinates | 34.8024300, -86.9721900 |
| Altitude | 220 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hueytown
City in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 15,202 |
| Coordinates | 33.4512200, -86.9966600 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hueytown (-86.99666, 33.45122)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 170 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.03 | $14.97 | $29.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.49 | $16.72 | $33.44 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $18.24 | $36.47 |
| Diesel | $6.16 | $22.91 | $45.82 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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