How far is Huntsville, AL from Lake View, AL?
The driving distance from Huntsville, AL to Lake View, AL is about 127 miles (204.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 105 miles (169 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 45m 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 02h 22m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Huntsville and Lake View.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntsville and Lake View.
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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
73.7 mi · 1 hr 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
2715 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 22 West: Memphis
2666 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Montgomery
1940 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
3.7 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 20 West, I 59 South: Tuscaloosa
2224 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left
23.9 mi · 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Lake View
1341 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight right
53 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight
2.6 mi · 5 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Huntsville and Lake View.
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 65 South
Merge slight left
73.7 mi · 01h 19m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Huntsville and Chance Rain Showers near Lake View.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Huntsville to Lake View?
The road trip is about 127 miles (204.4 km) and usually takes 02h 22m 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?
Dodge City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.6 miles from Huntsville and 63.4 miles from Lake View.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 105 miles (169 km), while the road route adds roughly 22 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 1:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.97 one way or $33.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Huntsville and Chance Rain Showers near Lake View.
Stop Ideas Near Dodge City
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 Dodge City.
Birmingham
Anniston
Tuscaloosa
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Huntsville and Lake View. Straight-line distance: 105.03 mi (169.03 km).
#1 Huntsville
The second most populous city in Alabama.
| Population | 202,964 |
| Coordinates | 34.7304000, -86.5859400 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lake View
City of Iowa, USA
| Population | 2,732 |
| Coordinates | 33.2806700, -87.1375000 |
| Altitude | 149 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lake View (-87.1375, 33.28067)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 204 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 35m |
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 | $16.97 | $33.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $19.08 | $38.16 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $20.72 | $41.44 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $24.26 | $48.52 |
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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