How far is Hoover, AL from Guin, AL?
The driving distance from Hoover, AL to Guin, AL is about 89.9 miles (144.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.3 miles (119.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 28m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 44m.
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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City in Walker County, Alabama, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hoover and Guin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hoover and Guin.
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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
69 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 44: Brilliant, Guin
1545 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 44
1.7 mi · 2 min · State Highway 44
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Turn right
4.3 mi · 7 min
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Take the ramp slight right
64 m · 7 sec
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Merge slight left
1823 ft · 44 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hoover and Guin.
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
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69 mi · 01h 14m
Route Summary
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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 Guin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hoover to Guin?
The road trip is about 89.9 miles (144.6 km) and usually takes 01h 44m 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?
Jasper is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.9 miles from Hoover and 45 miles from Guin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.3 miles (119.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.6 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 3:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.00 one way or $24.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hoover and Sunny near Guin.
Stop Ideas Near Jasper
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 Jasper.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hoover and Guin. Straight-line distance: 74.32 mi (119.6 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 Guin
City in Marion County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 2,250 |
| Coordinates | 33.9656600, -87.9147500 |
| Altitude | 136 |
| Country | United States |
End: Guin (-87.91475, 33.96566)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 145 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
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 | $12.00 | $24.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.50 | $27.00 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.66 | $29.32 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $17.17 | $34.33 |
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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