How far is Huntsville, AL from Hanceville, AL?
The driving distance from Huntsville, AL to Hanceville, AL is about 64.4 miles (103.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.4 miles (76.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 36m 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 18m.
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 Morgan County, Alabama, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Huntsville and Hanceville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntsville and Hanceville.
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Start on Spring Street Southwest
1 m · 4 sec · Spring Street Southwest
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Turn right onto West Side Square
115 m · 16 sec · West Side Square
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Continue on South Side Square
113 m · 16 sec · South Side Square
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Turn left onto East Side Square
113 m · 9 sec · East Side Square
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Continue on Washington Street Southeast
111 m · 9 sec · Washington Street Southeast
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Continue on Washington Street Northeast
2489 ft · 54 sec · Washington Street Northeast
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Take the ramp slight left
1580 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
18.9 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 65: Birmingham, Nashville
864 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 65 South: Birmingham
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
32 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 278: Cullman, Double Springs
955 ft · 27 sec
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Turn left
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto 2nd Avenue Southwest
9.2 mi · 15 min · 2nd Avenue Southwest
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Turn left onto Blountsville Street
581 ft · 28 sec · Blountsville Street
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Turn right onto Church Avenue
23 m · 3 sec · Church Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Church Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Huntsville and Hanceville.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 65 South
Merge slight left
32 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Huntsville and Showers And Thunderstorms near Hanceville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Huntsville to Hanceville?
The road trip is about 64.4 miles (103.7 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?
Hartselle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.2 miles from Huntsville and 32.2 miles from Hanceville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.4 miles (76.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 17 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 3:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.60 one way or $17.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Huntsville and Showers And Thunderstorms near Hanceville.
Stop Ideas Near Hartselle
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Huntsville and Hanceville. Straight-line distance: 47.42 mi (76.31 km).
#1 Huntsville
The second most populous city in Alabama.
| Population | 202,964 |
| Coordinates | 34.7304000, -86.5859400 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hanceville
City in Cullman County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 3,533 |
| Coordinates | 34.0606500, -86.7675000 |
| Altitude | 165 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hanceville (-86.7675, 34.06065)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 104 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
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 | $8.60 | $17.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.67 | $19.34 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.50 | $21.00 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $12.29 | $24.58 |
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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