How far is Hoover, AL from Sumiton, AL?
The driving distance from Hoover, AL to Sumiton, AL is about 34.2 miles (55.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.8 miles (44.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 28m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 44m.
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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Unincorporated community in Alabama
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hoover and Sumiton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hoover and Sumiton.
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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
10 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 5: Adamsville, Graysville
1876 ft · 46 sec
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Turn right onto Bankhead Highway Southwest
2911 ft · 42 sec · Bankhead Highway Southwest
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Continue on State Route 5
8.5 mi · 10 min · State Route 5
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Turn right onto State Street
1 km · 2 min · State Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
54 m · 5 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hoover and Sumiton.
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.
I 65 North
Merge slight left
12 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Sunny leaving Hoover and Sunny near Sumiton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hoover to Sumiton?
The road trip is about 34.2 miles (55.1 km) and usually takes 00h 44m 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?
Forestdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.1 miles from Hoover and 17.1 miles from Sumiton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.8 miles (44.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.4 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 7:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.58 one way or $9.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hoover and Sunny near Sumiton.
Stop Ideas Near Forestdale
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 Forestdale.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hoover and Sumiton. Straight-line distance: 27.82 mi (44.78 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 Sumiton
City in Walker County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 2,330 |
| Coordinates | 33.7556600, -87.0500000 |
| Altitude | 157 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sumiton (-87.05, 33.75566)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $4.58 | $9.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.15 | $10.31 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.60 | $11.19 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.55 | $13.10 |
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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