Origin
Gadsden, AL
Afternoon in Gadsden on Friday
Local time
3:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gadsden, AL to Center Point, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
51.7 mi
83 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gadsden, AL
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Center Point, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Gadsden, AL to Center Point, AL covers 51.7 miles and takes about 1h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 59, Service Road, I 759 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 38 miles on I 59. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.81 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 51.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 7m highway drive covering 51.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 59 and Service Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 38 miles on I 59.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 59 is the longest continuous segment at about 38 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 59 and Service Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 2.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I-759 West: Birmingham, Chattanooga
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I-759 West: Birmingham, Chattanooga
7
5.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Birmingham
5
43.5 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward Deerfoot Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 143
Toward Deerfoot Parkway
5
47.4 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
CR 10 / Chalkville Road
Turn right onto CR 10 / Chalkville Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
50.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
25th Avenue Northeast
Turn left onto 25th Avenue Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Gadsden, AL and Center Point, AL, road signs point toward Chattanooga and Birmingham.
Chattanooga
2.6 mi in
|
~5m
Birmingham
5.1 mi in
|
~8m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 59 | 38 mi | 40m |
| Service Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| I 759 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Chalkville Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| South 11th Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Husky Parkway | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| 23rd Avenue Northeast | 1 mi | 2m |
| Sweeny Hollow Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 59
— 38 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gadsden, AL and Center Point, AL.
1
Start on South 6th Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
South 6th Street
2
Turn right onto Walnut Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Walnut Street
3
Turn left onto South 11th Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South 11th Street
4
Turn left onto Black Creek Parkway
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Black Creek Parkway
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I-759 West: Birmingham, Chattanooga
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 759
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 759
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward Birmingham
Use the slight left lane.
8
Merge onto I 59
38 mi
·
40 min
·
I 59
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 143
Toward Deerfoot Parkway
10
Turn right onto Deerfoot Parkway
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Deerfoot Parkway
11
Turn left onto Husky Parkway
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Husky Parkway
12
Turn left onto Trussville Clay Road
469 ft
·
12 sec
·
Trussville Clay Road
13
Turn right onto Service Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Service Road
14
Turn right onto CR 10
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Chalkville Road
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on Sweeny Hollow Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Sweeny Hollow Road
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto 25th Avenue Northeast
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
25th Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on 23rd Avenue Northeast
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
23rd Avenue Northeast
18
Arrive at destination
23rd Avenue Northeast
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.8 mi from Gadsden, AL · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.8 miles from Gadsden, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Center Point, AL
The final approach into Center Point, 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
$7.81 one way
$15.62 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.57 | $17.14 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.28 | $18.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.41 | $22.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.24 | $3.31 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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
Center Point, AL
Afternoon in Center Point on Friday
Local time
3:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Springville, AL
26 mi in
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
29 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 7m 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 Gadsden, AL to Center Point, AL covers 51.7 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 59, Service Road, I 759. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.8 miles from Gadsden, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.81 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 2.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Between Gadsden, AL and Center Point, AL, road signs point toward Chattanooga and Birmingham.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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