Trip from Enterprise, AL to Huntsville, AL

Drive Time

5h 22m

Distance

272.5 mi

439 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$42

one way

EV Charging

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

5h 9m ★

6 AM

5h 23m

8 AM

5h 50m

10 AM

5h 32m

12 PM

5h 29m

3 PM

5h 33m

5 PM

5h 48m

8 PM

5h 15m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Enterprise, AL

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Huntsville, AL

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Enterprise to Huntsville covers 272.5 miles across Alabama, taking approximately 5 hours and 22 minutes of drive time. Because this route is a highway-focused journey, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to budget around $42 for fuel for the one-way trip. You will primarily utilize US 231, Neil Metcalf Road, and I-65 to navigate between the Southeast region and your northern destination. It is a straightforward transit that prioritizes efficiency over exploration, making it a functional choice for those looking to reach Huntsville quickly.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

136.3 miles from Enterprise, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 52m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip is defined by its high-speed connectivity, with 88% of the journey spent on highways. You will experience a significant shift in road types, transitioning from local routes like Neil Metcalf Road to the expansive I-65 corridor. The longest uninterrupted stretch lasts for 167.9 miles on I-65, providing a consistent, high-mileage experience that allows you to maintain steady momentum. While the drive is largely a functional interstate grind, the shift from the Southeast’s lower terrain toward the northern reaches of the state keeps the road profile feeling purposeful and efficient.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 29 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 167.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 231. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AL 88; AL 134 / North Main Street.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 272.5 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: near the start (AL 88; AL 134 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 80.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 252 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | AL 88; AL 134 / North Main Street

Turn left onto AL 88; AL 134 / North Main Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

80.9 mi into trip | ~1h 50m in

Turn left toward Ann Street South

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Exit 3 Toward Ann Street South

252 mi into trip | ~4h 58m in

Take the exit toward I 565 East, AL 20 West, US 72 Alternate: Decatur, Huntsville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 340 Toward I 565 East, AL 20 West, US 72 Alternate:...

252.3 mi into trip | ~4h 59m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 565 East, US 72 Alternate East: Huntsville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 340A Toward I 565 East, US 72 Alternate East: Huntsv...

272 mi into trip | ~5h 21m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Jefferson Street, Downtown

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward Jefferson Street, Downtown

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Enterprise, AL to Huntsville, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Ann Street South along the way.

Ann Street South

80.9 mi in | ~1h 50m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 65	167.9 mi	3h 3m
US 231	43.2 mi	52m
Neil Metcalf Road	22.8 mi	34m
I 565	18.9 mi	20m
AL 167	7.6 mi	11m
I 85	2.5 mi	3m
Neal Metcalf Road	1.9 mi	2m
McGehee Road	1.5 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 65 — 167.9 mi, about 3h 3m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Enterprise, AL and Huntsville, AL.

Start on West Lee Street

153 ft · 14 sec · West Lee Street

Turn left onto AL 88; AL 134

1.4 mi · 2 min · North Main Street

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto US 84

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Boll Weevil Circle

Turn left onto AL 167

1.9 mi · 2 min · Neal Metcalf Road

Continue on AL 167

23 mi · 34 min · Neil Metcalf Road

Turn slight left onto AL 167

7.6 mi · 11 min · AL 167

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto US 231; AL 10

0.6 mi · 1 min · US 231; AL 10

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 231; AL 10

0.2 mi · 14 sec · US 231; AL 10

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231; AL 10

1.2 mi · 1 min · US 231; AL 10

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231; AL 10

1.8 mi · 2 min · US 231; AL 10

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231

3.4 mi · 3 min · US 231

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 231

36 mi · 42 min · US 231

Use the none lane.

Continue on McGehee Road

1.5 mi · 2 min · McGehee Road

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto Carter Hill Road

1.1 mi · 1 min · Carter Hill Road

Continue on Zelda Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Zelda Road

Turn right onto Ann Street

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Ann Street

Turn left

0.3 mi · 32 sec

Exit 3 Toward Ann Street South Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 85

2.5 mi · 3 min · I 85

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Toward I-65 North: Birmingham

Merge onto I 65; US 82

168 mi · 3 hr 3 min · I 65; US 82

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Exit 340 Toward I 565 East, AL 20 West, US 72 Alternate: Decatur, Huntsville Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 340A Toward I 565 East, US 72 Alternate East: Huntsville

Merge onto I 565; US 72 Alternate

19 mi · 20 min · I 565; US 72 Alternate

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Toward Wasthington Street, Jefferson Street, Downtown

Continue on this road

395 ft · 9 sec · this road

Exit 19C Toward Wasthington Street, Jefferson Street, Downtown

Keep slight right at fork

343 ft · 8 sec

Toward Jefferson Street, Downtown Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto Jefferson Street North

0.5 mi · 1 min · Jefferson Street North

Turn right onto Spring Street Southwest

4 ft · 0 sec · Spring Street Southwest

Arrive at destination

Spring Street Southwest

Trip Plan

Since this is a roughly 5.5-hour drive, planning for at least one stop is essential to keep your energy levels up. Aim to depart early in the morning to beat potential traffic congestion on the busier sections of I-65, especially as you approach the Huntsville area. With your fuel costs estimated at $42, filling up your tank before leaving Enterprise will allow you to maximize your time on the road. Because the route is compact enough for a single-day push, you have the flexibility to choose your own pace; just ensure you factor in the 167.9-mile stretch on the interstate when timing your breaks for rest and refueling.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 136.3 miles from Enterprise, AL, or about 2h 52m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 167.9 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 48m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 136.3 miles or 2h 52m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 27m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Huntsville, AL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Enterprise, 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 Enterprise, AL

This is one driving day of about 272.5 miles and 5h 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Enterprise, AL.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 167.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 136.3 mi from Enterprise, AL · 2h 52m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Columbiana, AL

136 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.

Popular next leg

Columbiana, AL to Huntsville, AL

134.9 mi · 2h 37m

Pacing Suggestions

Dadeville, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Columbiana, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 136.3 miles from Enterprise, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 167.9 miles.

Arriving in Huntsville, AL

The final approach into Huntsville, 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 Huntsville, AL.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$41.66 one way

$83.32 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 95 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$45.69	$91.38
premium	$4.61	$49.46	$98.92
diesel	$5.64	$60.54	$121.08

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$42

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$67–$92

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 95.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	81.8	1	$28.61	$13.08
Efficient EV	68.1	0	$23.84	$10.90
EV Truck/SUV	109	1	$38.15	$17.44

Gas CO2

95 kg

EV CO2

32 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Enterprise, AL

Evening in Enterprise on Sunday

Local time

5:38 PM

CDT

Current temp

86°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Huntsville, AL

Evening in Huntsville on Sunday

Local time

5:38 PM

CDT

Current temp

86°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

86°F

Columbiana, AL

136 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

5h 22m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Enterprise, AL to Huntsville, AL covers 272.5 miles and takes about 5h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 65, US 231, Neil Metcalf Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 136.3 miles from Enterprise, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.66 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

On the drive from Enterprise, AL to Huntsville, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Ann Street South along the way.

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Trip from Enterprise, AL to Huntsville, AL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Huntsville, AL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

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Huntsville, AL

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Very similar conditions

5h 22m on the road

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