How far is York, AL from Hoover, AL?
The driving distance from York, AL to Hoover, AL is about 116.4 miles (187.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 107 miles (172.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 38m 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 01h 49m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between York and Hoover.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between York and Hoover.
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Start on 2nd Avenue
45 m · 8 sec · 2nd Avenue
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Turn right onto Broad Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · Broad Street
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Take the ramp right
2191 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
97.5 mi · 1 hr 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 459 North: Gadsden, Atlanta
2902 ft · 1 min
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Continue on John M. Harbert III Freeway
13 mi · 14 min · John M. Harbert III Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31: Hoover, Pelham
3065 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Montgomery Highway
1.4 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 York and Hoover.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Broad Street
Merge slight left
97.5 mi · 01h 45m
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 York and Sunny near Hoover.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from York to Hoover?
The road trip is about 116.4 miles (187.4 km) and usually takes 01h 49m 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?
Moundville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.2 miles from York and 58.3 miles from Hoover.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 107 miles (172.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.56 one way or $31.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around York and Sunny near Hoover.
Stop Ideas Near Moundville
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 Moundville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between York and Hoover. Straight-line distance: 106.99 mi (172.18 km).
#1 York
City in Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 2,218 |
| Coordinates | 32.4862500, -88.2964200 |
| Altitude | 58 |
| 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: 187 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $15.56 | $31.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $17.50 | $35.01 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $19.01 | $38.02 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $22.26 | $44.51 |
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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