Origin
Enterprise, AL
Late night in Enterprise on Saturday
Local time
3:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Enterprise, AL to Hoover, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
55.7 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Enterprise, AL
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Trip Overview
Enterprise to Hoover is 55.7 miles and takes about 1 hour and 11 minutes via I 65, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip keeps you within Alabama, traversing the Southeast region. It's a straightforward drive, largely on the interstate, making it an easy choice for a quick transit. You'll find it's a convenient way to get from point A to point B without much fuss. Consider this route if you're looking for efficiency and minimal travel time.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 55.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 83% of your journey on interstates and main roads like I 65. Expect a consistent pace for most of the trip, including a significant stretch of 46.2 miles on I 65 without needing to divert. You'll transition onto local roads, including County Road 24 and 7th Street South, for the final leg into Hoover. This mix means you'll experience the ease of interstate travel followed by a brief immersion into local streets.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 46.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and County Road 24. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 8.4 miles in near I 65.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.7 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.4 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
8.4 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
54.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward US 31: Montgomery Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 252
Toward US 31: Montgomery Highway
9
54.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 31 South: Montgomery Highway, Columbiana Road, Hoover
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 31 South: Montgomery Highway, Columbi...
5
55.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
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Old Columbiana Road
At end of road, turn left onto Old Columbiana Road
Navigation decision point
6
55.7 mi into trip
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~1h 11m in
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Whispering Pines Circle
At end of road, turn left onto Whispering Pines Circle
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 46.2 mi | 49m |
| County Road 24 | 5.5 mi | 13m |
| 7th Street South | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Montgomery Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Deo Dara Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Old Columbiana Road | 0.2 mi | 1m |
| Whispering Pines Circle | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 46.2 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enterprise, AL and Hoover, AL.
1
Start on County Road 24
5.5 mi
·
13 min
·
County Road 24
2
Turn left onto US 31; AL 22
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
7th Street South
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
4
Merge onto I 65
46 mi
·
49 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 252
Toward US 31: Montgomery Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
168 ft
·
6 sec
Toward US 31 South: Montgomery Highway, Columbiana Road, Hoover
Use the slight left lane.
7
Turn left onto US 31
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Montgomery Highway
8
Turn right onto Old Columbiana Road
263 ft
·
20 sec
·
Old Columbiana Road
9
At end of road, turn left onto Old Columbiana Road
0.1 mi
·
45 sec
·
Old Columbiana Road
10
Turn right onto Deo Dara Drive
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
Deo Dara Drive
11
At end of road, turn left onto Whispering Pines Circle
150 ft
·
6 sec
·
Whispering Pines Circle
12
Arrive at destination
Whispering Pines Circle
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.9 mi from Enterprise, AL · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.9 miles from Enterprise, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.41 one way
$16.82 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.23 | $18.47 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.00 | $19.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.30 | $24.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.67 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.80 | $3.56 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (63% 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
Late night in Hoover on Saturday
Local time
3:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1h 11m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 Hoover, AL covers 55.7 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, County Road 24, 7th Street 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 27.9 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 $8.41 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.7 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.4 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Enterprise, AL to Hoover, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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