Origin
Kansas, AL
Morning in Kansas on Monday
Local time
6:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kansas, AL to Texas, AL
Drive Time
12m
Distance
8.3 mi
13 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 11m
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6 AM
0h 12m
8 AM
0h 14m
10 AM
0h 13m
12 PM
0h 13m
3 PM
0h 13m
5 PM
0h 14m
8 PM
0h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Texas, AL
Janice Carriger
Trip Overview
The drive from Kansas, AL to Texas, AL covers 8.3 miles and takes about 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on AL 118, Rutledge Street, South Oak Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8 miles on AL 118. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.27 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
4.1 miles from Kansas, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 12m highway drive covering 8.3 miles, with most of the trip on AL 118 and Rutledge Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 8 miles on AL 118.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 4 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
AL 118 is the longest continuous segment at about 8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AL 118 and Rutledge Street. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near AL 118.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Kansas, AL to Texas, AL is easy. At 12m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 0.3 miles (AL 118): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
1 of 1 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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AL 118
Turn left onto AL 118
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AL 118 | 8 mi | 11m |
| Rutledge Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Oak Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bankhead Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
AL 118
— 8 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kansas, AL and Texas, AL.
1
Start on South Oak Avenue
24 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Oak Avenue
2
Continue on Rutledge Street
0.2 mi
·
59 sec
·
Rutledge Street
3
Turn left onto AL 118
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
AL 118
4
Arrive at destination
AL 118
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 4.1 miles from Kansas, AL, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 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 8.3 miles or 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.1 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Texas, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kansas, 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 Kansas, AL
This is one driving day of about 8.3 miles and 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kansas, 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 AL 118 for about 8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.1 mi from Kansas, AL · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 8.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.1 miles from Kansas, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Texas, AL
The final approach into Texas, 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 Texas, 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
$1.27 one way
$2.54 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $1.39 | $2.78 |
| premium | $4.61 | $1.51 | $3.01 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.84 | $3.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.87 | $0.40 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.73 | $0.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.16 | $0.53 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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
Texas, AL
Morning in Texas on Monday
Local time
6:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
12m 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 Kansas, AL to Texas, AL covers 8.3 miles and takes about 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are AL 118, Rutledge Street, South Oak Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.1 miles from Kansas, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.27 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.
The drive from Kansas, AL to Texas, AL is easy. At 12m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 0.3 miles (AL 118): Navigation decision point.
The route from Kansas, AL to Texas, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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