Trip from Texas, AL to Marbury, AL

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

2h 31m

Distance

131.3 mi

211 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min

4 AM

2h 21m ★

6 AM

2h 32m

8 AM

2h 52m

10 AM

2h 39m

12 PM

2h 37m

3 PM

2h 40m

5 PM

2h 51m

8 PM

2h 26m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Texas, AL to Marbury, AL covers 131.3 miles and takes about 2h 31m 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, 7th Street South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 58.5 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.83 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

65.7 miles from Texas, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 31m. Total distance: 131.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 31m highway drive covering 131.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and I 22. The longest continuous stretch is about 58.5 miles on I 65.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 58.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 131.3 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.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6

3.9 mi into trip | ~5m in | AL 13

Turn left onto AL 13

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

5

6.2 mi into trip | ~9m in | I 22; US 78

Merge onto I 22; US 78

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

7

62.1 mi into trip | ~1h 9m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 65 South: Birmingham

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 65 South: Birmingham

6

121.1 mi into trip | ~2h 15m in

Take the exit toward 31, 22: Clanton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 205 Toward 31, 22: Clanton

8

121.3 mi into trip | ~2h 16m in

Keep slight left at fork toward 31, 22

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 205 Toward 31, 22

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Texas, AL to Marbury, AL, road signs begin pointing toward 22: Clanton along the way.

22: Clanton

121.1 mi in | ~2h 15m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 65	58.5 mi	1h 5m
I 22	55.9 mi	59m
7th Street South	8.6 mi	12m
Bankhead Highway	3.9 mi	5m
AL 13	1.9 mi	2m
AL 143	1.3 mi	2m
Autauga County 20	<0.1 mi	<1m
Hunter Loop Road	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 65 — 58.5 mi, about 1h 5m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Texas, AL and Marbury, AL.

1

Start on AL 118

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Bankhead Highway

2

Continue on AL 118

3.7 mi · 5 min · Bankhead Highway

3

Turn left onto AL 13

1.9 mi · 2 min · AL 13

Use the left lane.

4

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 52 sec

5

Merge onto I 22; US 78

56 mi · 59 min · I 22; US 78

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

6

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 38 sec

Toward I 65 South: Birmingham Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

7

Merge onto I 65

58 mi · 1 hr 5 min · I 65

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec

Exit 205 Toward 31, 22: Clanton

9

Keep slight left at fork

167 ft · 7 sec

Exit 205 Toward 31, 22

10

Turn left onto US 31; AL 22

8.6 mi · 12 min · 7th Street South

11

Turn left onto AL 143

1.3 mi · 2 min · AL 143

12

Turn right onto Autauga County 20

346 ft · 16 sec · Autauga County 20

13

Turn left onto Hunter Loop Road

101 ft · 4 sec · Hunter Loop Road

14

Arrive at destination

Hunter Loop Road

Trip Plan

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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 65.7 miles from Texas, AL, or about 1h 13m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.5 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 29 miles or 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 65.7 miles or 1h 13m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marbury, AL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Texas, 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 Texas, AL

This is one driving day of about 131.3 miles and 2h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Texas, AL.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 58.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 65.7 mi from Texas, AL · 1h 13m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hoover, AL

66 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

Jasper, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Birmingham, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 65.7 miles from Texas, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Marbury, AL

The final approach into Marbury, 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 Marbury, AL.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument

National Monument

In 1963, images of snarling police dogs unleashed against non-violent protesters and of children being sprayed with high-pressure hoses appeared in print and television news around the world. These dr...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Free near mile 67.9

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.83 one way

$39.66 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 46 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$21.77	$43.54
premium	$4.56	$23.57	$47.13
diesel	$5.61	$28.99	$57.98

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 45.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	39.4	$13.79	$6.30
Efficient EV	32.8	$11.49	$5.25
EV Truck/SUV	52.5	$18.38	$8.40

Gas CO2

46 kg

EV CO2

15 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Texas, AL

Late night in Texas on Friday

Local time

1:34 AM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Marbury, AL

Late night in Marbury on Friday

Local time

1:34 AM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

76°F

Hoover, AL

66 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

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

2h 31m 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 Marbury, AL covers 131.3 miles and takes about 2h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 65, I 22, 7th Street South. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 65.7 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 $19.83 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.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 131.3 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.

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.

On the drive from Texas, AL to Marbury, AL, road signs begin pointing toward 22: Clanton along the way.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument.

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Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Marbury, AL

National Parks Near This Route

Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

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Same local time

1 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 31m on the road

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