Drive Time
5h 23m
Distance
264.5 mi
426 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
The drive from Texas, AL to Slocomb, AL covers 264.5 miles and takes about 5h 23m 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, US 231 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 92.7 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $40.44 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
132.3 miles from Texas, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .
This is a 5h 23m highway drive covering 264.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and I 22. The longest continuous stretch is about 92.7 miles on I 65.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 22. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in near AL 13.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 264.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
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
Keep slight left at fork toward I 85 North: Atlanta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward Ann Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 92.7 mi | 1h 43m |
| I 22 | 55.9 mi | 59m |
| US 231 | 42.5 mi | 55m |
| Troy Highway | 34.7 mi | 41m |
| AL 103 | 8.5 mi | 14m |
| AL 123 | 8.1 mi | 11m |
| South Union Avenue | 7.2 mi | 12m |
| Bankhead Highway | 3.9 mi | 5m |
Step-by-step road directions between Texas, AL and Slocomb, 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
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on I 85
Take the exit
Turn right onto Ann Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Zelda Road
Continue on Carter Hill Road
Turn left onto McGehee Road
Continue on US 82; US 231
Continue on US 231
Continue on US 231; AL 10
Continue on US 231; AL 10
Continue on US 231; AL 10
Continue on US 231; AL 10
Turn slight right onto AL 123
Keep slight right at fork onto AL 123; AL 134
Turn right onto AL 123
Turn slight left onto AL 103
At end of road, turn right onto AL 103
Turn right onto AL 52
Turn right onto North Morris 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 132.3 miles or 2h 27m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Slocomb, 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 264.5 miles and 5h 23m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 132.3 mi from Texas, AL · 2h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
132 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 132.3 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 92.7 miles.
The final approach into Slocomb, 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 Slocomb, AL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$40.44 one way
$80.87 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $44.35 | $88.70 |
| premium | $4.61 | $48.01 | $96.01 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $58.76 | $117.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 79.4 | 0 | $27.77 | $12.70 |
| Efficient EV | 66.1 | 0 | $23.14 | $10.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 105.8 | 1 | $37.03 | $16.93 |
Gas CO2
93 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Slocomb on Saturday
Local time
7:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
85°F
Dadeville, AL
132 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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