How far is Mignon, AL from Hoover, AL?
The driving distance from Mignon, AL to Hoover, AL is about 45.4 miles (73.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.3 miles (56.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 51m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mignon and Hoover.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mignon and Hoover.
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Start on Seminole Avenue
42 m · 8 sec · Seminole Avenue
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Turn right onto Central Avenue
594 ft · 26 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn right onto Alabama Avenue
1.1 mi · 3 min · Alabama Avenue
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Turn right onto Old Birmingham Highway
1.8 mi · 3 min · Old Birmingham Highway
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Turn right
34.9 mi · 46 min
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Turn left onto I 459 South
2459 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto John M. Harbert III Freeway
5.2 mi · 6 min · John M. Harbert III Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31: Hoover, Pelham
1332 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 31 North: Hoover
157 m · 13 sec
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Turn straight onto Montgomery Highway
1.1 mi · 2 min · Montgomery Highway
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Turn left onto Braddock Drive
1162 ft · 53 sec · Braddock Drive
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Turn right onto Spruce Drive
133 m · 25 sec · Spruce Drive
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Turn left onto Whispering Pines Circle
814 ft · 36 sec · Whispering Pines Circle
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Whispering Pines Circle
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mignon and Hoover.
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.
Longest stretch
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34.9 mi · 00h 46m
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 Mignon and Sunny near Hoover.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mignon to Hoover?
The road trip is about 45.4 miles (73.1 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Westover is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.8 miles from Mignon and 22.6 miles from Hoover.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.3 miles (56.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.1 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 4:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.06 one way or $12.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Mignon and Sunny near Hoover.
Stop Ideas Near Westover
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 Westover.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mignon and Hoover. Straight-line distance: 35.29 mi (56.79 km).
#1 Mignon
Census designated place
| Population | 1,284 |
| Coordinates | 33.1834500, -86.2610900 |
| Altitude | 159 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hoover
The most populous city in Jefferson County, Alabama.
| Population | 85,959 |
| Coordinates | 33.4053900, -86.8113800 |
| Altitude | 176 |
| Country | United States |
End: Whispering Pines Circle (-86.811477, 33.405365)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 73 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $6.06 | $12.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.81 | $13.63 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.40 | $14.80 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.66 | $17.33 |
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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