Origin
Huntsville, AL
Afternoon in Huntsville on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Huntsville, AL to Cordova, AL
Drive Time
2h 2m
Distance
99.5 mi
160 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 54m
★
6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 20m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 7m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 19m
8 PM
1h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Huntsville, AL
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Huntsville to Cordova, you are in for a 99.5-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 2 minutes. Because this trip is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $14 on fuel, making this an affordable trip across Alabama. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region, you will remain in the same geographic area throughout your travels. Keep in mind that this route is entirely local, so it is best suited for those who prefer navigating town roads over high-speed interstate driving.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
49.7 miles from Huntsville, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route relies on local roads like West Side Square, South Side Square, and East Side Square to navigate you toward your destination. With a highway share of 0%, you won't encounter any long, uninterrupted stretches; in fact, the longest stretch on West Side Square is 0 miles. This journey requires your full attention as you transition through the local road network. Prepare for a more hands-on driving experience rather than a cruise-control commute.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 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 40 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and AL 69. 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
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 99.5 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 61 miles (AL 69): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 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
6
61 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
AL 69
Take the exit onto AL 69 toward 69: Good Hope, Cullman
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 299
Toward 69: Good Hope, Cullman
6
92.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Take the ramp toward Birmingham
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward Birmingham
6
99.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 1m in
|
Green Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Green Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Towns Along This Route
Between Huntsville, AL and Cordova, AL, road signs point toward Nashville, 69: Good Hope, Cullman and Birmingham.
Nashville
20 mi in
|
~22m
69: Good Hope
61 mi in
|
~1h 7m
|
via AL 69
Cullman
61 mi in
|
~1h 7m
|
via AL 69
Birmingham
92.3 mi in
|
~1h 51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 40 mi | 42m |
| AL 69 | 28.1 mi | 39m |
| I 565 | 18.9 mi | 20m |
| I 22 | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| Industrial Parkway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| County Road 20 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Washington Street Northeast | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 1st Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 40 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntsville, AL and Cordova, 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
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
40 mi
·
42 min
·
I 65
12
Take the exit onto AL 69
28 mi
·
39 min
·
AL 69
Exit 299
Toward 69: Good Hope, Cullman
13
Continue on Industrial Parkway
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Industrial Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward Birmingham
Use the left lane.
15
Merge onto I 22; US 78
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
I 22; US 78
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward Cordova, Parrish
17
Keep slight right at fork
405 ft
·
9 sec
18
Turn straight onto CR 20
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 20
19
Continue on CR 20
500 ft
·
15 sec
·
Jog Road
20
Turn left onto 1st Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
1st Street
21
At end of road, turn right onto Green Avenue
24 ft
·
6 sec
·
Green Avenue
22
Turn left onto 1st Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
1st Street
23
Turn slight right onto Commerce Street
398 ft
·
11 sec
·
Commerce Street
24
Continue on Commerce Street
190 ft
·
8 sec
·
Commerce Street
25
Arrive at destination
Commerce Street
Trip Plan
Given the turn-heavy nature of this 2-hour drive, plan your departure for a time when you feel alert and ready for frequent navigation. Since there are no scheduled stops provided for the 99.5-mile trek, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you head out, as the $14 cost estimate assumes you are starting with a full tank or budgeting accordingly. The lack of highway stretches means your pace will be dictated by local traffic patterns, so build in a little extra time for flexibility. A great tip for this specific route is to stay vigilant at intersections, as the reliance on local squares and city streets means you will be making turns more often than on a standard highway route.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 49.7 miles from Huntsville, AL, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40 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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.7 miles or 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cordova, 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 99.5 miles and 2h 2m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 40 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.7 mi from Huntsville, AL · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 49.7 miles from Huntsville, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cordova, AL
The final approach into Cordova, 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 Cordova, AL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.21 one way
$30.42 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $16.68 | $33.37 |
| premium | $4.61 | $18.06 | $36.12 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.11 | $44.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.45 | $4.78 |
| Efficient EV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.71 | $3.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.8 | 0 | $13.93 | $6.37 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Cordova, AL
Afternoon in Cordova on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Hayden, AL
50 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
2h 2m 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 Huntsville, AL to Cordova, AL covers 99.5 miles and takes about 2h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, AL 69, 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 49.7 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 $15.21 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 demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 99.5 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 61 miles (AL 69): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Huntsville, AL and Cordova, AL, road signs point toward Nashville, 69: Good Hope, Cullman and Birmingham.
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