Drive Time
5h 14m
Distance
248.3 mi
400 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
Photo: Muhammad Nabeel
The drive from Pennsylvania, AL to Guin, AL covers 248.3 miles and takes about 5h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 43, AL 171, I 20 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 149.6 miles on US 43. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.96 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
124.2 miles from Pennsylvania, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 23m into the drive .
This is a 5h 14m highway drive covering 248.3 miles, with most of the trip on US 43 and AL 171. The longest continuous stretch is about 149.6 miles on US 43.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 43 and AL 171. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 126.5 miles in near US 43 / East Capitol Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 14m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 126.5 miles (US 43 / East Capitol Street): Navigation decision point; at 157 miles (I 20; I 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 179.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto US 43 / East Capitol Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 20; I 59
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Northport, Tuscaloosa, Western Bypass
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto AL 171
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto AL 18 / Columbus Street West
Lane positioning matters here
Between Pennsylvania, AL and Guin, AL, road signs point toward Northport, Tuscaloosa and Western Bypass.
Northport
Tuscaloosa
Western Bypass
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 43 | 149.6 mi | 2h 58m |
| AL 171 | 32.4 mi | 45m |
| I 20 | 23 mi | 24m |
| AL 107 | 19.1 mi | 26m |
| Rose Boulevard | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| Tuscaloosa Street | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Columbus Street West | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Joe Mallisham Parkway | 4.1 mi | 6m |
Step-by-step road directions between Pennsylvania, AL and Guin, AL.
Start on this road
Turn left onto US 43
Merge onto US 43
Turn left onto US 43
Turn left onto US 43; US 80
Continue on US 43
Turn left onto US 43
Turn right onto US 43
Turn right onto 1st Avenue
Turn right onto US 11; US 43
Turn left onto CR 208
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 20; I 59
Take the exit
Continue on Joe Mallisham Parkway
Continue on CR 16
Continue on Rose Boulevard
Turn left onto Shamblin Cutoff
Turn right onto AL 171
Turn left onto AL 18
Turn right onto AL 107
At end of road, turn right onto US 278; AL 118
Turn right onto US 43; AL 118; AL 171
Arrive at destination
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.
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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124.2 miles or 2h 23m 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Guin, AL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Pennsylvania, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Pennsylvania, AL
This is one driving day of about 248.3 miles and 5h 14m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 124.2 mi from Pennsylvania, AL · 2h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
124 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 124.2 miles from Pennsylvania, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 43 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 149.6 miles.
The final approach into Guin, 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 Guin, 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.
Regular Gas
$37.96 one way
$75.92 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $41.63 | $83.27 |
| premium | $4.61 | $45.07 | $90.13 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $55.16 | $110.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 74.5 | 0 | $26.07 | $11.92 |
| Efficient EV | 62.1 | 0 | $21.73 | $9.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 99.3 | 1 | $34.76 | $15.89 |
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Pennsylvania on Saturday
Local time
5:12 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Guin on Saturday
Local time
5:12 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
86°F
Butler, AL
124 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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