Drive Time
5h 3m
Distance
272.6 mi
439 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
The drive from Texas, AL to Flomaton, AL covers 272.6 miles and takes about 5h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, I 22, Barnett Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 194.3 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $41.67 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
136.3 miles from Texas, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 30m into the drive .
This is a 5h 3m highway drive covering 272.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and I 22. The longest continuous stretch is about 194.3 miles on I 65.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 22. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in near AL 13.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 272.6 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles (AL 13): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (I 22; US 78): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto AL 13
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 22; US 78
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward I 65 South: Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 113: Flomaton, Wallace
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
On the drive from Texas, AL to Flomaton, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Wallace along the way.
Wallace
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 194.3 mi | 3h 32m |
| I 22 | 55.9 mi | 59m |
| Barnett Highway | 13.6 mi | 16m |
| Bankhead Highway | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| AL 13 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| US 29 | 1 mi | 2m |
| Palafox Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Ringold Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Texas, AL and Flomaton, AL.
Start on AL 118
Continue on AL 118
Turn left onto AL 13
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 22; US 78
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 65
Take the exit
Turn left onto AL 113
At end of road, turn right onto US 29; US 31; AL 113
Turn left onto Palafox Street
Turn right onto Ringold Street
Turn left onto Houston Street
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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.3 miles or 2h 30m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Flomaton, AL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Texas, 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 Texas, AL
This is one driving day of about 272.6 miles and 5h 3m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 136.3 mi from Texas, AL · 2h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
136 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 136.3 miles from Texas, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 194.3 miles.
The final approach into Flomaton, 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 Flomaton, 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
$41.67 one way
$83.35 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $45.71 | $91.42 |
| premium | $4.61 | $49.48 | $98.95 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $60.56 | $121.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 81.8 | 1 | $28.62 | $13.08 |
| Efficient EV | 68.2 | 0 | $23.85 | $10.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 109 | 1 | $38.16 | $17.45 |
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Texas on Saturday
Local time
7:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Flomaton on Saturday
Local time
7:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
86°F
Columbiana, AL
136 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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