Origin
Ardmore, AL
Evening in Ardmore on Sunday
Local time
5:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ardmore, AL to Hoover, AL
Drive Time
2h 12m
Distance
116.5 mi
187 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 3m
★
6 AM
2h 12m
8 AM
2h 31m
10 AM
2h 19m
12 PM
2h 17m
3 PM
2h 20m
5 PM
2h 30m
8 PM
2h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ardmore, AL
Maximiliana Eligi Mtenga
Trip Overview
The drive from Ardmore, AL to Hoover, AL covers 116.5 miles and takes about 2h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I-65, I 65, Interstate 65 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 87.6 miles on I-65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.81 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
58.2 miles from Ardmore, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 12m highway drive covering 116.5 miles, with most of the trip on I-65 and I 65. The longest continuous stretch is about 87.6 miles on I-65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I-65 is the longest continuous segment at about 87.6 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
944 ft
555 ft
Total Climb
433 ft
Total Descent
726 ft
Highest Point
944 ft
~58.2 mi in
Elevation Range
389 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I-65 and I 65. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 101.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 116.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 101.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 102.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 102.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
101.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 265
Toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
7
102.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 22 West: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 22 West: Memphis
7
102.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Montgomery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Montgomery
6
115.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 9m in
Take the exit toward US 31, AL 3
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 252
Toward US 31, AL 3
6
116.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
|
Whispering Pines Circle
At end of road, turn left onto Whispering Pines Circle
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Towns Along This Route
Between Ardmore, AL and Hoover, AL, road signs point toward Fultondale and Montgomery.
Fultondale
101.8 mi in
|
~1h 51m
Montgomery
102.8 mi in
|
~1h 52m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I-65 | 87.6 mi | 1h 33m |
| I 65 | 12.6 mi | 15m |
| Interstate 65 South | 10.8 mi | 11m |
| 7th Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Ardmore Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 6th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Montgomery Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Deo Dara Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I-65
— 87.6 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ardmore, AL and Hoover, AL.
1
Start on TN 7
137 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto AL 53
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
Ardmore Avenue
3
Turn right onto AL 53
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
6th Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto AL 53
427 ft
·
13 sec
·
1st Avenue West
5
Turn right onto AL 53
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
7th Street
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward Birmingham
7
Merge onto I 65; US 31
11 mi
·
11 min
·
Interstate 65 South
8
Continue on I 65
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
I 65
9
Continue on I 65
88 mi
·
1 hr 33 min
·
I-65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 265
Toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 22 West: Memphis
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Montgomery
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 65
12 mi
·
15 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 252
Toward US 31, AL 3
15
Turn right onto US 31
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Montgomery Highway
16
Turn right onto Old Columbiana Road
263 ft
·
20 sec
·
Old Columbiana Road
17
At end of road, turn left onto Old Columbiana Road
0.1 mi
·
45 sec
·
Old Columbiana Road
18
Turn right onto Deo Dara Drive
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
Deo Dara Drive
19
At end of road, turn left onto Whispering Pines Circle
150 ft
·
6 sec
·
Whispering Pines Circle
20
Arrive at destination
Whispering Pines Circle
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 58.2 miles from Ardmore, AL, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 87.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.2 miles or 1h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hoover, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ardmore, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ardmore, AL
This is one driving day of about 116.5 miles and 2h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ardmore, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I-65 for about 87.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.2 mi from Ardmore, AL · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 58.2 miles from Ardmore, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I-65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 87.6 miles.
Arriving in Hoover, AL
The final approach into Hoover, AL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Hoover, AL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.81 one way
$35.62 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $19.53 | $39.07 |
| premium | $4.61 | $21.14 | $42.29 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.88 | $51.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.9 | 0 | $12.23 | $5.59 |
| Efficient EV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.19 | $4.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.6 | 0 | $16.31 | $7.46 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Hoover, AL
Evening in Hoover on Sunday
Local time
5:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Sunny
S 0 to 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Hayden, AL
58 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 12m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Ardmore, AL to Hoover, AL covers 116.5 miles and takes about 2h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I-65, I 65, Interstate 65 South. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.2 miles from Ardmore, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.81 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 116.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 101.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 102.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 102.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Ardmore, AL and Hoover, AL, road signs point toward Fultondale and Montgomery.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 555 ft to 944 ft elevation with about 433 ft of total climbing.
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