How far is Trussville, AL from Hoover, AL?

Fastest route

The distance between Trussville, Alabama and Hoover, Alabama is approximately 23.6 miles (38 kilometers). The fastest route, considering current traffic conditions, is via I-459 S. Here are some tips and suggestions to consider for the journey.

Directions

  1. Start by heading south on N Chalkville Rd toward Main St.
  2. Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Main St.
  3. Continue onto US-11 S/Calumet Pkwy.
  4. Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto the ramp to Atlanta/Montgomery.
  5. Follow I-459 S.
  6. Take exit 13B to merge onto US-31 N toward Hoover.
  7. Continue on US-31 N.
  8. Drive to Whispering Pines Cir.
  9. Turn left onto Braddock Dr.
  10. Turn right onto Spruce Dr.
  11. Turn left onto Whispering Pines Cir.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🛣️ Take I-459 S for a faster route.
  • ⚠️ Check for any traffic updates before you start your journey.
  • ⛽ Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the trip.
  • 🚗 Drive carefully and follow all traffic regulations.
  • 🗺️ Use a navigation app or GPS device for accurate directions.
  • 🕒 Allow approximately 27 minutes for the journey, considering the distance and current traffic conditions.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
23.41 mi
00h 28m
Flight
18.86 mi
30.35 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
18.86 mi
Kilometers
30.35 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
23.41 mi
Kilometers
37.68 km
Drive Time
00h 28m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 28m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hoover
Thu, Apr 16, 2:51 AM CDT
Return by in Trussville
Thu, Apr 16, 3:19 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Trussville
2026-04-16T02:23
Arrive Hoover
Thu, Apr 16, 2:51 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 28m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:28 AM to 7:28 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:34 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Trussville
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Cahaba Heights
AL

Neighborhood of Vestavia Hills, Alabama, United States

From Trussville
11.9 mi
00h 14m
To Hoover
11.6 mi
00h 14m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
84°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SW
Destination
84°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Trussville and Hoover.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Trussville and Hoover.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    60 m · 16 sec

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Linden Street

    35 m · 7 sec · Linden Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto South Chalkville Road

    117 m · 12 sec · South Chalkville Road

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Main Street

    1.3 km · 1 min · Main Street

  5. 5

    Continue on Gadsden Highway

    2.4 mi · 4 min · Gadsden Highway

  6. 6

    Turn left

    1747 ft · 43 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto John M. Harbert III Freeway

    18.2 mi · 19 min · John M. Harbert III Freeway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward US 31: Hoover, Pelham

    1332 ft · 33 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on US 31 North: Hoover

    157 m · 13 sec

  10. 10

    Turn straight onto Montgomery Highway

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Montgomery Highway

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Braddock Drive

    1162 ft · 53 sec · Braddock Drive

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Spruce Drive

    133 m · 25 sec · Spruce Drive

  13. 13

    Turn left onto Whispering Pines Circle

    814 ft · 36 sec · Whispering Pines Circle

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Whispering Pines Circle

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Trussville and Hoover.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
14 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
59.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
John M. Harbert III Freeway
18.2 mi · 78%
Gadsden Highway
2.35 mi · 10%
Montgomery Highway
1.14 mi · 5%
Main Street
0.78 mi · 3%
US 31
0.25 mi · 1%
Braddock Drive
0.22 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

John M. Harbert III Freeway

Merge slight left onto John M. Harbert III Freeway

18.2 mi · 00h 19m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 28m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+4.6 mi
18.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Cahaba Heights
00h 14m from Trussville
Leave By
7:34 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Trussville and Sunny near Hoover.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Trussville to Hoover?

The road trip is about 23.4 miles (37.7 km) and usually takes 00h 28m 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?

Cahaba Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.9 miles from Trussville and 11.6 miles from Hoover.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 18.8 miles (30.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:34 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.14 one way or $6.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Trussville and Sunny near Hoover.

Stop Ideas Near Cahaba Heights

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Cahaba Heights, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Cahaba Heights.

RAIL

Birmingham

9 mi away
1819 Morris Ave.
BUS

Brent, AL

70 mi away
10393 Alabama Highway 5
RAIL

Tuscaloosa

83 mi away
2105 Greensboro Ave
RAIL

Anniston

86 mi away
126 West 4th St

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Trussville and Hoover. Straight-line distance: 18.86 mi (30.35 km).

Trussville

#1 Trussville

City in Jefferson and St.

Population23,048
Coordinates33.6198300, -86.6088800
Altitude213
CountryUnited States
Hoover

#2 Hoover

The most populous city in Jefferson County, Alabama.

Population85,959
Coordinates33.4053900, -86.8113800
Altitude176
CountryUnited States
Start: South Chalkville Road (-86.608575, 33.619921)
End: Whispering Pines Circle (-86.811477, 33.405365)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 38 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 46m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 35m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 28m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 23m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 20m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 17m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.83 gal
3.13 L · about $3.14
Round trip
$6.29
1.66 gal · 6.26 L
Estimated CO2
7.4 kg one way
Round trip: 14.8 kg / 33 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $3.14 $6.29
Mid-grade $4.26 $3.53 $7.07
Premium $4.63 $3.84 $7.68
Diesel $5.42 $4.49 $8.99

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Alabama · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Trussville and Hoover. The current time is 02:23:25.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.