Origin
Rainsville, AL
Afternoon in Rainsville on Sunday
Local time
4:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rainsville, AL to Collinsville, AL
Drive Time
28m
Distance
22.4 mi
36 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
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6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rainsville, AL
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Collinsville, AL
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Rainsville and Collinsville, you will find this 22.4-mile trek is a quick and straightforward journey. Clocking in at approximately 28 minutes, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $3 on fuel for the excursion, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. The route primarily utilizes I-59, Main Street West, and Love Road to navigate through the Southeast. Whether you are commuting or just passing through, this drive offers a simple connection between two Alabama towns without the need for complex planning.
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
11.2 miles from Rainsville, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 64% of the distance spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend a significant portion of your time on I-59, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 13 miles. The character of the drive shifts from high-speed interstate travel to more localized roads like Main Street West and Love Road as you approach your destination. Expect a functional, efficient experience behind the wheel rather than a winding backroad adventure. Because the entire route is relatively short, the transition between highway cruising and town driving happens quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 59 is the longest continuous segment at about 13 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 59 and Main Street West. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 7.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Rainsville, AL to Collinsville, AL is easy. At 28m with 64% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 7.8 miles (I 59): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 20.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
7.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
7.8 mi into trip
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~10m in
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I 59
Merge onto I 59
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
20.8 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward 68: Collinsville, Crossville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 205
Toward 68: Collinsville, Crossville
4
21 mi into trip
|
~25m in
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AL 68
Turn left onto AL 68
Navigation decision point
5
22.4 mi into trip
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~28m in
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1st Avenue
Turn left onto 1st Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
Between Rainsville, AL and Collinsville, AL, road signs point toward 68: Collinsville and Crossville.
68: Collinsville
20.8 mi in
|
~24m
Crossville
20.8 mi in
|
~24m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 59 | 13 mi | 13m |
| Main Street West | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Love Road | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| AL 68 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 1st Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 59
— 13 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rainsville, AL and Collinsville, AL.
1
Start on AL 35
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street West
2
Continue on AL 35
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Love Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
4
Merge onto I 59
13 mi
·
13 min
·
I 59
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 205
Toward 68: Collinsville, Crossville
6
Turn left onto AL 68
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
AL 68
7
Continue on West Main Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Main Street
8
Turn left onto 1st Avenue
73 ft
·
3 sec
·
1st Avenue
9
Arrive at destination
1st Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief 28-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You will not need to plan for any stops along the way, as the 22.4-mile distance is easily manageable in one go. Keep in mind that the majority of your time is spent on I-59, so stay alert for standard highway traffic flow. To keep your costs low, ensure your tank is ready for the $3 fuel expense before you head out. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by planning your arrival in Collinsville exactly when you need to be there.
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 11.2 miles from Rainsville, AL, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13 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 22.4 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.2 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Collinsville, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rainsville, 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 Rainsville, AL
This is one driving day of about 22.4 miles and 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rainsville, 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 59 for about 13 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.2 mi from Rainsville, AL · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 22.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.2 miles from Rainsville, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Collinsville, AL
The final approach into Collinsville, 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 Collinsville, 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
$3.42 one way
$6.85 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $3.76 | $7.51 |
| premium | $4.61 | $4.07 | $8.13 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.98 | $9.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.35 | $1.08 |
| Efficient EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.96 | $0.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9 | 0 | $3.14 | $1.43 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Collinsville, AL
Afternoon in Collinsville on Sunday
Local time
4:57 PM
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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
28m 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 Rainsville, AL to Collinsville, AL covers 22.4 miles and takes about 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 59, Main Street West, Love Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.2 miles from Rainsville, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.42 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 Rainsville, AL to Collinsville, AL is easy. At 28m with 64% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 7.8 miles (I 59): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 20.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Rainsville, AL and Collinsville, AL, road signs point toward 68: Collinsville and Crossville.
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