How far is Athens, AL from Jasper, AL?
The driving distance from Athens, AL to Jasper, AL is about 85.2 miles (137.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69.3 miles (111.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 35m 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
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 47m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Athens and Jasper.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Athens and Jasper.
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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
51.2 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 69: Good Hope, Cullman
28.1 mi · 40 min
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Turn right
2344 ft · 53 sec
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Turn left onto Viking Drive
1.6 mi · 4 min · Viking Drive
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Continue on 19th Street East
1 km · 2 min · 19th Street East
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Turn left onto Birmingham Avenue
116 m · 13 sec · Birmingham Avenue
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Turn right onto 20th Street East
1274 ft · 41 sec · 20th Street East
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Turn left onto 3rd Avenue
13 m · 1 sec · 3rd Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Athens and Jasper.
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
51.2 mi · 00h 55m
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.
Sunny leaving Athens and Sunny near Jasper.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Athens to Jasper?
The road trip is about 85.2 miles (137.1 km) and usually takes 01h 47m 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?
Pine Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.6 miles from Athens and 42.6 miles from Jasper.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.3 miles (111.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.9 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 2:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.79 one way or $23.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Athens and Sunny near Jasper.
Stop Ideas Near Pine Hill
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 Pine Hill.
Birmingham
Anniston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Athens and Jasper. Straight-line distance: 69.33 mi (111.57 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 Jasper
City in Walker County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 13,278 |
| Coordinates | 33.8312200, -87.2775100 |
| Altitude | 100 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jasper (-87.27751, 33.83122)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 137 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.92 | $11.79 | $23.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.37 | $13.15 | $26.30 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $14.38 | $28.76 |
| Diesel | $5.97 | $17.96 | $35.93 |
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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