Origin
Kennedy, AL
Afternoon in Kennedy on Friday
Local time
3:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kennedy, AL to Detroit, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
36.2 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kennedy, AL
Taryn Elliott
Detroit, AL
Anon
Trip Overview
This 36.2-mile drive from Kennedy to Detroit, Alabama, is a quick trip that can easily be completed in about 55 minutes. Primarily utilizing AL 17, County Road 49, and County Road 20, this route keeps you on local and state roads for most of the journey. With a highway share of 73%, you'll experience a good mix of driving speeds. The estimated fuel cost is around $5, making it an economical choice. Given its short distance and duration, this drive is perfectly suited for a single day trip, offering flexibility for when you depart and if you decide to make unscheduled stops. Both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, keeping the scenery consistent.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 36.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for a significant portion of this trip, with 73% of the route on higher-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 26.2 miles on AL 17, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While largely highway, the incorporation of County Road 49 and County Road 20 means you'll transition to more local road conditions at times, potentially slowing your progress. This blend provides a dynamic driving experience, moving from more open stretches to potentially winding or more built-up sections as you approach your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
AL 17 is the longest continuous segment at about 26.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AL 17 and County Road 49. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 9.9 miles in near AL 17.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Kennedy, AL to Detroit, AL is easy. At 55m with 73% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 9.9 miles (AL 17): 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.
4
9.9 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
AL 17
At end of road, turn right onto AL 17
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AL 17 | 26.2 mi | 37m |
| County Road 49 | 6.5 mi | 11m |
| County Road 20 | 3 mi | 5m |
| Pickens Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AL 17
— 26.2 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kennedy, AL and Detroit, AL.
1
Start on CR 49
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Pickens Street
2
Continue on CR 49
6.5 mi
·
11 min
·
County Road 49
3
Continue on CR 20
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road 20
4
At end of road, turn right onto AL 17
16 mi
·
23 min
·
AL 17
5
Continue on AL 17
10 mi
·
14 min
·
AL 17
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Arrive at destination
AL 17
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.1 mi from Kennedy, AL · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.1 miles from Kennedy, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Detroit, AL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Detroit, 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
$5.47 one way
$10.93 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $6.00 | $12.00 |
| premium | $4.56 | $6.50 | $12.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.99 | $15.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.80 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.17 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Detroit, AL
Afternoon in Detroit on Friday
Local time
3:57 PM
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
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
55m 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 Kennedy, AL to Detroit, AL covers 36.2 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are AL 17, County Road 49, County Road 20. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.1 miles from Kennedy, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.47 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 Kennedy, AL to Detroit, AL is easy. At 55m with 73% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 9.9 miles (AL 17): Navigation decision point.
The route from Kennedy, AL to Detroit, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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