Trip from Hackleburg, AL to Pennsylvania, AL

Drive Time

5h 47m

Distance

281.1 mi

452 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

5h 35m ★

6 AM

5h 48m

8 AM

6h 14m

10 AM

5h 57m

12 PM

5h 54m

3 PM

5h 58m

5 PM

6h 13m

8 PM

5h 40m

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

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Hackleburg, AL

Karel Drozda

Pennsylvania, AL

Trip Overview

Spanning 281.1 miles across Alabama, this trek from Hackleburg to Pennsylvania takes approximately 5 hours and 47 minutes behind the wheel. Because the total duration is under six hours, you can comfortably complete this journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You should budget about $43 for fuel to cover the distance, which primarily utilizes US 43, I-20, and the Demopolis Highway. Since both your start and end points are located within the Southeast, you will remain in a consistent regional landscape throughout the trip. It is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that serves as an efficient way to traverse this part of the state.

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

140.5 miles from Hackleburg, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 1m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a trip defined by efficiency, as 82% of your travel occurs on major highways. You will experience a significant stretch of open road early on, with the longest uninterrupted segment covering 153.8 miles along US 43. The character of the drive shifts as you transition between the high-speed flow of I-20 and the more localized pace of the Demopolis Highway. While the route is largely focused on major thoroughfares, the mix of road types keeps the experience from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind. Prepare for a steady, consistent pace that allows you to cover considerable ground quickly.

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

There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 43 is the longest continuous segment at about 153.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 43 and I 20. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 43; AL 17 / Andrew Jackson Highway.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 281.1 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 0.1 miles (US 43; AL 17 / Andrew Jackson Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 20 key points

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

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 43; AL 17 / Andrew Jackson Highway

Turn left onto US 43; AL 17 / Andrew Jackson Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

18.9 mi into trip | ~24m in

Take the exit toward I-22 East: Jasper

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I-22 East: Jasper

41.2 mi into trip | ~48m in

Take the exit toward 13: Natural Bridge, Eldridge

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

Exit 39 Toward 13: Natural Bridge, Eldridge

41.6 mi into trip | ~49m in | AL 13

Turn right onto AL 13

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

98.1 mi into trip | ~2h 8m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.

Towns Along This Route

Between Hackleburg, AL and Pennsylvania, AL, road signs point toward Eldridge and Union.

Eldridge

41.2 mi in | ~48m

Union

124 mi in | ~2h 36m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 43	153.8 mi	3h 2m
I 20	25.6 mi	27m
Demopolis Highway	24 mi	34m
AL 13	22.7 mi	31m
I 22	22.1 mi	23m
Andrew Jackson Highway	18.8 mi	24m
US 11	4.6 mi	6m
I 359	2 mi	2m

Longest stretch: US 43 — 153.8 mi, about 3h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hackleburg, AL and Pennsylvania, AL.

Start on AL 172

404 ft · 14 sec · Cedar Tree Street

Turn left onto US 43; AL 17

19 mi · 24 min · Andrew Jackson Highway

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec

Toward I-22 East: Jasper Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 22; US 78

22 mi · 23 min · I 22; US 78

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Exit 39 Toward 13: Natural Bridge, Eldridge

Turn right onto AL 13

23 mi · 31 min · AL 13

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 43

29 mi · 39 min · US 43

Continue on Main Avenue

1.7 mi · 3 min · Main Avenue

Turn left onto 5th Street

364 ft · 12 sec · 5th Street

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Merge onto US 43; AL 69

1.1 mi · 1 min · Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Continue on I 359; AL 69

0.3 mi · 24 sec · I 359; AL 69

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 359; US 11; AL 69

1.7 mi · 1 min · I 359; US 11; AL 69

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 18 sec

Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 20; I 59

26 mi · 27 min · I 20; I 59

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Toward Union Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto CR 208

1.3 mi · 3 min · M L King Highway

Merge onto US 11; US 43

4.6 mi · 6 min · US 11; US 43

Turn left onto 1st Avenue

0.1 mi · 27 sec · 1st Avenue

Merge onto US 43; AL 14

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Greensboro Street

Turn slight right onto US 43

24 mi · 34 min · Demopolis Highway

Turn left onto US 43

0.1 mi · 13 sec · East Capitol Street

Turn right onto US 43

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Cedar Avenue

Turn left onto US 43; US 80

1.0 mi · 1 min · US 43; US 80

Turn right onto US 43

17 mi · 19 min · US 43

Turn right onto US 43

107 mi · 2 hr 2 min · US 43

Turn slight right

190 ft · 8 sec

Turn slight right

0.2 mi · 58 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the nearly six-hour duration, try to leave early in the morning to avoid fatigue and maximize your daylight hours. You only need one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel, which fits perfectly into the middle portion of your itinerary. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during that long 153.8-mile stretch on US 43, as service intervals can vary significantly on longer highway segments. Because this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on local traffic patterns. Plan your break strategically to break up the drive, ensuring you reach your destination in Pennsylvania, AL feeling refreshed.

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 140.5 miles from Hackleburg, AL, or about 3h 1m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 153.8 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 42m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 140.5 miles or 3h 1m 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 48m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Hackleburg, 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 Hackleburg, AL

This is one driving day of about 281.1 miles and 5h 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hackleburg, 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 US 43 for about 153.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 140.5 mi from Hackleburg, AL · 3h 1m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Butler, AL

141 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

Cordova, AL

Fuel and coffee

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

Butler, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 140.5 miles from Hackleburg, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 43 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 153.8 miles.

Arriving in Pennsylvania, AL

The final approach into Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania, 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

$42.97 one way

$85.95 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 98 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$47.13	$94.27
premium	$4.61	$51.02	$102.04
diesel	$5.64	$62.45	$124.90

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$43

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$68–$93

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 98.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	84.3	1	$29.52	$13.49
Efficient EV	70.3	0	$24.60	$11.24
EV Truck/SUV	112.4	1	$39.35	$17.99

Gas CO2

98 kg

EV CO2

33 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

Hackleburg, AL

Evening in Hackleburg on Sunday

Local time

5:39 PM

CDT

Current temp

83°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pennsylvania, AL

Evening in Pennsylvania on Sunday

Local time

5:39 PM

CDT

Current temp

84°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

86°F

Butler, AL

141 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

1 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

5h 47m 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 Hackleburg, AL to Pennsylvania, AL covers 281.1 miles and takes about 5h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 43, I 20, Demopolis Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 140.5 miles from Hackleburg, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.97 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.

Between Hackleburg, AL and Pennsylvania, AL, road signs point toward Eldridge and Union.

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Trip from Hackleburg, AL to Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania, AL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Hackleburg, AL

Pennsylvania, AL

Same local time

1 degrees warmer at arrival

5h 47m on the road

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