Origin
Jamesville, AL
Evening in Jamesville on Wednesday
Local time
5:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jamesville, AL to West Blocton, AL
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
23m
Distance
15 mi
24 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Blocton, AL
Elizabeth Iris
Trip Overview
The drive from Jamesville, AL to West Blocton, AL covers 15 miles and takes about 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Route 5, Cahaba River Drive, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.5 miles on State Route 5. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.27 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
7.5 miles from Jamesville, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 23m highway drive covering 15 miles, with most of the trip on State Route 5 and Cahaba River Drive. The longest continuous stretch is about 13.5 miles on State Route 5.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 5 is the longest continuous segment at about 13.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 5 and Cahaba River Drive. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Bear Creek Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 23m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Bear Creek Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.6 miles (AL 5 / State Route 5): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.6 miles (AL 5 / State Route 5): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Bear Creek Road
Turn sharp left onto Bear Creek Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
AL 5 / State Route 5
Enter roundabout onto AL 5 / State Route 5
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
AL 5 / State Route 5
Slight right onto AL 5 / State Route 5
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
14.9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
Azalea Lane
Turn left onto Azalea Lane
Navigation decision point
4
14.9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
Hickory Road
Turn right onto Hickory Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 5 | 13.5 mi | 19m |
| Cahaba River Drive | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Bibb County 1 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Hickory Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Bear Creek Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Azalea Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 5
— 13.5 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jamesville, AL and West Blocton, AL.
1
Start on AL 25
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn sharp left onto Bear Creek Road
152 ft
·
4 sec
·
Bear Creek Road
3
Continue on Bibb County 1
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Bibb County 1
4
Turn right onto AL 5
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 5
5
Enter roundabout onto AL 5
115 ft
·
4 sec
·
State Route 5
6
Continue on AL 5
11 mi
·
15 min
·
State Route 5
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn slight right
151 ft
·
5 sec
8
Turn straight onto CR 24
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Cahaba River Drive
9
Turn left onto Hickory Road
399 ft
·
22 sec
·
Hickory Road
10
Turn left onto Azalea Lane
27 ft
·
2 sec
·
Azalea Lane
11
Turn right onto Hickory Road
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Hickory Road
12
Arrive at destination
Hickory Road
Trip Plan
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 7.5 miles from Jamesville, AL, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.5 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 15 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.5 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Blocton, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Jamesville, AL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Jamesville, AL
This is one driving day of about 15 miles and 23m.
At 15 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on State Route 5 for about 13.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.5 mi from Jamesville, AL · 10m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.5 miles from Jamesville, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in West Blocton, AL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into West Blocton, AL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.27 one way
$4.53 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.49 | $4.97 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.69 | $5.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.31 | $6.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.58 | $0.72 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.31 | $0.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6 | 0 | $2.10 | $0.96 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
West Blocton, AL
Evening in West Blocton on Wednesday
Local time
5:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
1 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
23m 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 Jamesville, AL to West Blocton, AL covers 15 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 5, Cahaba River Drive, Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.5 miles from Jamesville, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.27 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 23m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Bear Creek Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.6 miles (AL 5 / State Route 5): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.6 miles (AL 5 / State Route 5): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Jamesville, AL to West Blocton, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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