How far is Coaling, AL from Hoover, AL?
The driving distance from Coaling, AL to Hoover, AL is about 39.4 miles (63.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35 miles (56.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Coaling and Hoover.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coaling and Hoover.
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Start on Fikes Road
130 m · 21 sec · Fikes Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road 59
29 m · 8 sec · County Road 59
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Turn left onto Coaling Hagler Road
1.4 km · 3 min · Coaling Hagler Road
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Turn right
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Covered Bridge Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Covered Bridge Road
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Take the ramp right
1423 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
19.4 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 459 North: Gadsden, Atlanta
2902 ft · 1 min
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Continue on John M. Harbert III Freeway
13 mi · 14 min · John M. Harbert III Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31: Hoover, Pelham
3065 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Montgomery Highway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Montgomery Highway
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Turn left onto Braddock Drive
1162 ft · 53 sec · Braddock Drive
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Turn right onto Spruce Drive
133 m · 25 sec · Spruce Drive
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Turn left onto Whispering Pines Circle
814 ft · 36 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 Coaling and Hoover.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Covered Bridge Road
Merge slight left
19.4 mi · 00h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Coaling and Chance Rain Showers near Hoover.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Coaling to Hoover?
The road trip is about 39.4 miles (63.4 km) and usually takes 00h 40m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lake View is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.7 miles from Coaling and 19.7 miles from Hoover.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35 miles (56.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.26 one way or $10.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Coaling and Chance Rain Showers near Hoover.
Stop Ideas Near Lake View
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lake View.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Coaling and Hoover. Straight-line distance: 35 mi (56.33 km).
#1 Coaling
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,633 |
| Coordinates | 33.1590100, -87.3408300 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| 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: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.26 | $10.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.92 | $11.84 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.43 | $12.86 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.53 | $15.05 |
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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