Origin
Texas, AL
Night in Texas on Thursday
Local time
9:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Texas, AL to Gordo, AL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
53.1 mi
85 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Texas, AL
Mark Direen
Gordo, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Texas, AL to Gordo, AL covers 53.1 miles and takes about 1h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Gordo Road Southwest, AL 129, US 43 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 28.9 miles on Gordo Road Southwest. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 53.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (41%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive from Texas, AL to Gordo, AL covers 53.1 miles and takes about 1h 17m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Gordo Road Southwest is the longest continuous segment at about 28.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Old Glen Allen Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Texas, AL to Gordo, AL is easy. At 1h 17m with 41% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Old Glen Allen Road): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (AL 129): Navigation decision point; at 17.7 miles (US 43; AL 171): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Old Glen Allen Road
Turn left onto Old Glen Allen Road
Navigation decision point
3
4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
AL 129
Turn left onto AL 129
Navigation decision point
4
17.7 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
US 43; AL 171
At end of road, turn left onto US 43; AL 171
Navigation decision point
4
52.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
AL 159 / North Main Street
Turn left onto AL 159 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
53.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
1st Avenue East
Turn left onto 1st Avenue East
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gordo Road Southwest | 28.9 mi | 39m |
| AL 129 | 13.7 mi | 18m |
| US 43 | 6 mi | 11m |
| AL 233 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Old Glen Allen Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Bankhead Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 4th Avenue Northeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Gordo Road Southwest
— 28.9 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Texas, AL and Gordo, AL.
1
Start on AL 118
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bankhead Highway
2
Turn left onto Old Glen Allen Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Glen Allen Road
3
Continue on AL 233
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
AL 233
4
Turn left onto AL 129
14 mi
·
18 min
·
AL 129
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 43; AL 171
6.0 mi
·
11 min
·
US 43; AL 171
6
Take the exit
197 ft
·
3 sec
7
Turn straight onto AL 159
29 mi
·
39 min
·
Gordo Road Southwest
8
Continue on AL 159
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
4th Avenue Northeast
9
Turn left onto AL 159
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
North Main Street
10
Turn left onto 1st Avenue East
114 ft
·
5 sec
·
1st Avenue East
11
Arrive at destination
1st Avenue East
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.6 mi from Texas, AL · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.6 miles from Texas, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Gordo, AL
The final approach into Gordo, AL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.02 one way
$16.04 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.80 | $17.61 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.53 | $19.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.72 | $23.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.58 | $2.55 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.65 | $2.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.43 | $3.40 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Gordo, AL
Night in Gordo on Thursday
Local time
9:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°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
2 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
1h 17m 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 Texas, AL to Gordo, AL covers 53.1 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Gordo Road Southwest, AL 129, US 43. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.6 miles from Texas, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.02 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 Texas, AL to Gordo, AL is easy. At 1h 17m with 41% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Old Glen Allen Road): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (AL 129): Navigation decision point; at 17.7 miles (US 43; AL 171): Navigation decision point.
The route from Texas, AL to Gordo, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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