How far is Bayou La Batre, AL from Hoover, AL?
The driving distance from Bayou La Batre, AL to Hoover, AL is about 273.3 miles (439.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 223.9 miles (360.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 07m.
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City in Alabama, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bayou La Batre and Hoover.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bayou La Batre and Hoover.
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Start on South Wintzell Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · South Wintzell Avenue
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Turn right onto Padgett Switch Road
5.9 mi · 10 min · Padgett Switch Road
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Continue on CR 39
3.1 mi · 4 min · CR 39
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Take the ramp slight right
1867 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
9.2 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 65 North: Montgomery
3020 ft · 44 sec
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Continue straight
251.1 mi · 4 hr 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31: Montgomery Highway
1348 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 31 South: Montgomery Highway, Columbiana Road, Hoover
51 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto Montgomery Highway
2179 ft · 58 sec · Montgomery Highway
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Turn right onto Old Columbiana Road
80 m · 21 sec · Old Columbiana Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Old Columbiana Road
597 ft · 45 sec · Old Columbiana Road
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Turn right onto Deo Dara Drive
1128 ft · 55 sec · Deo Dara Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Whispering Pines Circle
46 m · 7 sec · Whispering Pines Circle
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Whispering Pines Circle
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bayou La Batre and Hoover.
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 North
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251 mi · 04h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Bayou La Batre and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hoover.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bayou La Batre to Hoover?
The road trip is about 273.3 miles (439.8 km) and usually takes 04h 07m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Georgiana is a useful midpoint, sitting about 136.5 miles from Bayou La Batre and 136.8 miles from Hoover.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 223.9 miles (360.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 49.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:46 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.51 one way or $73.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 85.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Bayou La Batre and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hoover.
Stop Ideas Near Georgiana
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bayou La Batre and Hoover. Straight-line distance: 223.87 mi (360.29 km).
#1 Bayou La Batre
City in Mobile County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 2,457 |
| Coordinates | 30.4035200, -88.2485200 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hoover
The most populous city in Jefferson County, Alabama.
| Population | 85,959 |
| Coordinates | 33.4053900, -86.8113800 |
| Altitude | 176 |
| Country | United States |
End: Whispering Pines Circle (-86.811477, 33.405365)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 440 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 24m |
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 | $3.79 | $36.51 | $73.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $41.06 | $82.11 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $44.59 | $89.17 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $52.20 | $104.40 |
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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