Origin
Riverside, AL
Morning in Riverside on Saturday
Local time
6:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverside, AL to High Rock, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
36m
Distance
18.5 mi
30 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverside, AL
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High Rock, AL
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Trip Overview
Riverside to High Rock is 18.5 miles and takes about 36 minutes via AL 160, AL 79, and US 231, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Southeast region and entirely within Alabama, making it a convenient option for a quick excursion. You'll primarily be on established highways, so expect a straightforward drive with minimal navigation challenges. Given its brevity, this route is perfect for a spontaneous outing or as a connector between other nearby destinations. Plan for a simple and efficient journey.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 36m. Total distance: 18.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 88% of the journey utilizing main roads like AL 160, AL 79, and US 231. You'll experience a consistent pace for most of the 18.5 miles, with the longest uninterrupted stretch measuring 5.2 miles on AL 160. The character of the drive is one of steady progress, moving efficiently between your starting and ending points. Expect smooth sailing on these well-maintained state and US highways, making for a predictable and easy-driving experience.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
AL 160 is the longest continuous segment at about 5.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AL 160 and AL 79. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 7.7 miles in near US 231.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 36m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles (US 231): Navigation decision point; at 11.1 miles (AL 160): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 11.1 miles (AL 160): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
7.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 231
Turn left onto US 231
Navigation decision point
4
11.1 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
AL 160
Enter roundabout onto AL 160
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
11.1 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
AL 160
Straight onto AL 160
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
3
16.3 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
Johnson Road
Turn right onto Johnson Road
Navigation decision point
4
18.5 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
CR 45
At end of road, turn left onto CR 45
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AL 160 | 5.2 mi | 9m |
| AL 79 | 5 mi | 8m |
| US 231 | 3 mi | 4m |
| CR 26 | 3 mi | 5m |
| Johnson Road | 1.3 mi | 5m |
| High Rock Road | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| CR 45 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AL 160
— 5.2 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverside, AL and High Rock, AL.
1
Start on CR 26
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
CR 26
2
Turn left onto AL 79
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
AL 79
3
Turn left onto US 231
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
US 231
4
Continue on AL 79
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
AL 79
5
Enter roundabout onto AL 160
38 ft
·
0 sec
·
AL 160
6
Continue on AL 160
5.2 mi
·
9 min
·
AL 160
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn right onto Johnson Road
1.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Johnson Road
8
Continue on High Rock Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
High Rock Road
9
At end of road, turn left onto CR 45
106 ft
·
4 sec
·
CR 45
10
Arrive at destination
CR 45
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.79 one way
$5.59 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.07 | $6.13 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.32 | $6.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.08 | $8.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.94 | $0.89 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.59 | $1.18 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
High Rock, AL
Morning in High Rock on Saturday
Local time
6:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
36m 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 Riverside, AL to High Rock, AL covers 18.5 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are AL 160, AL 79, US 231. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.3 miles from Riverside, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.79 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 36m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles (US 231): Navigation decision point; at 11.1 miles (AL 160): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 11.1 miles (AL 160): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Riverside, AL to High Rock, 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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