Origin
Hamilton, AL
Morning in Hamilton on Friday
Local time
9:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hamilton, AL to Tucker, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
24m
Distance
19.4 mi
31 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
This short 19.4-mile drive from Hamilton to Tucker, Alabama, can be completed in about 24 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. The route is primarily highway-focused, with about 70% of the journey on major roads. You'll predominantly travel on I 22, with segments also utilizing Military Street South and AL 129. Given its brevity, no overnight stay is necessary. The estimated fuel cost for this short hop is around $3, making it an economical option for travelers exploring the Southeast region. This journey is perfect for a quick transfer or a short excursion within the state.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 19.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 19.4-mile trip, with 70% of your travel on major roadways like I 22. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 12.5 miles on I 22, offering a chance for steady progress. The route transitions from I 22 to Military Street South and then AL 129, suggesting a mix of higher-speed highway driving and potentially more local road conditions as you approach your destination. This profile means you'll likely experience a straightforward drive with ample opportunity to maintain speed.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 22 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 22 and Military Street South. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 43; US 278; AL 17 / Military Street South.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 24m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 43; US 278; AL 17 / Military Street South): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles (I 22; US 78): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 43; US 278; AL 17 / Military Street South
Turn right onto US 43; US 278; AL 17 / Military Street South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
5.2 mi into trip
|
~8m 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
3
5.4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 22; US 78
Merge onto I 22; US 78
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
17.9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward AL 129: Brilliant, Winfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 30
Toward AL 129: Brilliant, Winfield
5
19.4 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
County Road 63
Turn left onto County Road 63
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.
On the drive from Hamilton, AL to Tucker, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Winfield along the way.
Winfield
17.9 mi in
|
~22m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 22 | 12.5 mi | 13m |
| Military Street South | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| AL 129 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| County Road 63 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bexar Avenue West | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 22
— 12.5 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton, AL and Tucker, AL.
1
Start on AL 74
21 ft
·
4 sec
·
Bexar Avenue West
2
Turn right onto US 43; US 278; AL 17
5.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Military Street South
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I-22 East: Jasper
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 22; US 78
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 22; US 78
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 30
Toward AL 129: Brilliant, Winfield
6
Turn straight onto AL 129
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
AL 129
7
Continue on AL 129
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
AL 129
8
Turn left onto County Road 63
98 ft
·
2 sec
·
County Road 63
Use the left lane.
9
Arrive at destination
County Road 63
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.93 one way
$5.86 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.22 | $6.43 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.48 | $6.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.28 | $8.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.04 | $0.93 |
| Efficient EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.70 | $0.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Tucker, AL
Morning in Tucker on Friday
Local time
9:40 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
24m 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 Hamilton, AL to Tucker, AL covers 19.4 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 22, Military Street South, AL 129. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.7 miles from Hamilton, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.93 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 straightforward 24m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 43; US 278; AL 17 / Military Street South): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles (I 22; US 78): Merge point - match speed before joining.
On the drive from Hamilton, AL to Tucker, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Winfield along the way.
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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