Origin
Huntsville, AL
Evening in Huntsville on Sunday
Local time
5:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Huntsville, AL to Brewton, AL
Drive Time
5h 30m
Distance
291.9 mi
470 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 17m
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6 AM
5h 30m
8 AM
5h 57m
10 AM
5h 40m
12 PM
5h 37m
3 PM
5h 41m
5 PM
5h 56m
8 PM
5h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Huntsville, AL
Kelly
Brewton, AL
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Huntsville to Brewton covers 291.9 miles and typically takes about 5 hours and 30 minutes of driving time. Because this journey stays within the Southeast region of Alabama, it is manageable as a single-day trip if you are comfortable with a longer stint behind the wheel. Budgeting approximately $45 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. You will primarily navigate via I-65, I-565, and US-31 to reach your destination. While the drive is straightforward, it is best suited for those who prefer efficient, highway-focused travel over winding backroads.
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
145.9 miles from Huntsville, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is defined by its heavy reliance on major thoroughfares, with 99% of the journey spent on highways. You should prepare for a consistent interstate experience, as the longest uninterrupted stretch involves 245 miles on I-65. The drive feels like a standard highway-focused transit, moving steadily through the Alabama landscape without significant technical deviations. Expect a predictable, efficient pace that favors speed and directness over local scenic detours. Staying focused during the long interstate sections is key to navigating the route comfortably.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 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 245 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 31. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 20 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 291.9 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 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 94.6 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 pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
20 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward I 65: Birmingham, Nashville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 1
Toward I 65: Birmingham, Nashville
8
20.1 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 65 South: Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 1
Toward I 65 South: Birmingham
8
94.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 265
Toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
7
95.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 22 West: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 22 West: Memphis
7
95.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Montgomery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Montgomery
Towns Along This Route
Between Huntsville, AL and Brewton, AL, road signs point toward Nashville, Fultondale, Montgomery and Monroeville.
Nashville
20 mi in
|
~22m
Fultondale
94.6 mi in
|
~1h 43m
Montgomery
95.6 mi in
|
~1h 44m
Monroeville
267.4 mi in
|
~4h 53m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 245 mi | 4h 27m |
| US 31 | 23.4 mi | 34m |
| I 565 | 18.9 mi | 20m |
| US 84 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Washington Street Northeast | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Conecuh County 58 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Side Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Side Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 245 mi, about 4h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntsville, AL and Brewton, AL.
1
Start on Spring Street Southwest
4 ft
·
3 sec
·
Spring Street Southwest
2
Turn right onto West Side Square
376 ft
·
16 sec
·
West Side Square
3
Continue on South Side Square
369 ft
·
16 sec
·
South Side Square
4
Turn left onto East Side Square
371 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Side Square
5
Continue on Washington Street Southeast
364 ft
·
9 sec
·
Washington Street Southeast
6
Continue on Washington Street Northeast
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Washington Street Northeast
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
8
Merge onto I 565; US 72 Alternate
19 mi
·
20 min
·
I 565; US 72 Alternate
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 1
Toward I 65: Birmingham, Nashville
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1
Toward I 65 South: Birmingham
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 65
74 mi
·
1 hr 18 min
·
I 65
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 265
Toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 22 West: Memphis
Use the straight lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Montgomery
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 65
171 mi
·
3 hr 8 min
·
I 65
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 84: Evergreen, Monroeville
17
Turn left
97 ft
·
7 sec
18
Turn left onto US 84
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
US 84
19
Turn right onto Conecuh County 58
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Conecuh County 58
20
Turn straight onto US 31
23 mi
·
34 min
·
US 31
21
Turn sharp right onto Belleville Avenue
103 ft
·
8 sec
·
Belleville Avenue
22
Turn left onto Bob Teller Drive
177 ft
·
7 sec
·
Bob Teller Drive
23
Arrive at destination
Bob Teller Drive
Trip Plan
To keep your energy high, plan for at least one dedicated stop during your 5.5-hour journey. Leaving Huntsville early in the morning is your best bet to avoid potential traffic congestion as you head south. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during that 245-mile stretch on I-65, as the heavy highway usage means you will want to time your refueling stops strategically. Since this is a one-day trip, having your playlist or podcasts ready for the long interstate grind will make the hours pass more quickly. Flexibility is a major advantage here, so adjust your pace based on real-time traffic conditions along the I-65 corridor.
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 145.9 miles from Huntsville, AL, or about 2h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 245 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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 145.9 miles or 2h 40m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brewton, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Huntsville, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Huntsville, AL
This is one driving day of about 291.9 miles and 5h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Huntsville, 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 245 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 145.9 mi from Huntsville, AL · 2h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
146 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 145.9 miles from Huntsville, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 245 miles.
Arriving in Brewton, AL
The final approach into Brewton, 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 Brewton, 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
$44.62 one way
$89.25 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
102 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $48.94 | $97.89 |
| premium | $4.61 | $52.98 | $105.96 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $64.85 | $129.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 102.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 87.6 | 1 | $30.65 | $14.01 |
| Efficient EV | 73 | 0 | $25.54 | $11.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 116.8 | 1 | $40.87 | $18.68 |
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Brewton, AL
Evening in Brewton on Sunday
Local time
5:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Columbiana, AL
146 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 30m 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 Huntsville, AL to Brewton, AL covers 291.9 miles and takes about 5h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, US 31, I 565. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 145.9 miles from Huntsville, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $44.62 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 291.9 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 94.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Huntsville, AL and Brewton, AL, road signs point toward Nashville, Fultondale, Montgomery and Monroeville.
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