How far is Hoover, AL from Cordova, AL?
The driving distance from Hoover, AL to Cordova, AL is about 41.6 miles (67 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.5 miles (52.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 43m 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 00h 51m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Jefferson County, Alabama, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hoover and Cordova.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hoover and Cordova.
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Start on Whispering Pines Circle
46 m · 9 sec · Whispering Pines Circle
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Turn right onto Deo Dara Drive
1128 ft · 54 sec · Deo Dara Drive
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Turn left onto Old Columbiana Road
15 m · 5 sec · Old Columbiana Road
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Turn right
79 m · 24 sec
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Turn left
79 m · 19 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
47 m · 12 sec
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Turn slight left
20 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto Montgomery Highway
2082 ft · 37 sec · Montgomery Highway
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 65 North: Birmingham
1022 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
12 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 22 West: Memphis
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
25.1 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Cordova, Parrish
1893 ft · 46 sec
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Keep slight right
68 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight onto County Road 20
1.3 mi · 2 min · County Road 20
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Continue on Jog Road
153 m · 15 sec · Jog Road
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Turn left onto 1st Street
1571 ft · 46 sec · 1st Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Green Avenue
7 m · 6 sec · Green Avenue
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Turn left onto 1st Street
710 ft · 24 sec · 1st Street
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Turn slight right onto Commerce Street
121 m · 11 sec · Commerce Street
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Continue on Commerce Street
58 m · 8 sec · Commerce Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Commerce Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hoover and Cordova.
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 22 West
Continue straight
25.1 mi · 00h 27m
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 Hoover and Sunny near Cordova.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hoover to Cordova?
The road trip is about 41.6 miles (67 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Adamsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.8 miles from Hoover and 20.8 miles from Cordova.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.5 miles (52.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.1 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 4:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.57 one way or $11.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hoover and Sunny near Cordova.
Stop Ideas Near Adamsville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Adamsville City Hall
West Jefferson Town Hall
Mountain Brook Municipal Court
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Adamsville.
Birmingham
Tuscaloosa
Brent, AL
Anniston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hoover and Cordova. Straight-line distance: 32.53 mi (52.35 km).
#1 Hoover
The most populous city in Jefferson County, Alabama.
| Population | 85,959 |
| Coordinates | 33.4053900, -86.8113800 |
| Altitude | 176 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cordova
City in Walker County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 1,820 |
| Coordinates | 33.7598300, -87.1833300 |
| Altitude | 93 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cordova (-87.18333, 33.75983)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.57 | $11.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.26 | $12.52 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.80 | $13.60 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.96 | $15.92 |
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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