Origin
Vestavia Hills, AL
Afternoon in Vestavia Hills on Thursday
Local time
2:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Vestavia Hills, AL to Enterprise, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
58.2 mi
94 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
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 Vestavia Hills, AL to Enterprise, AL covers 58.2 miles and takes about 1h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, County Road 24, 7th Street South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 46.3 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.79 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 58.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 15m highway drive covering 58.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and County Road 24. The longest continuous stretch is about 46.3 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 11 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 46.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and County Road 24. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Tremont Drive.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 15m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Tremont Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Kentucky Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 49.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Tremont Drive
Turn left onto Tremont Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Kentucky Avenue
Turn right onto Kentucky Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
49.6 mi into trip
|
~57m 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
49.8 mi into trip
|
~58m 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
4
52.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
County Road 24
Turn right onto County Road 24
Navigation decision point
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 Vestavia Hills, AL to Enterprise, AL, road signs begin pointing toward 22: Clanton along the way.
22: Clanton
49.6 mi in
|
~57m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 46.3 mi | 50m |
| County Road 24 | 5.5 mi | 13m |
| 7th Street South | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Montgomery Highway | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Tremont Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Kentucky Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 46.3 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vestavia Hills, AL and Enterprise, AL.
1
Start on this road
142 ft
·
17 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Tremont Drive
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Tremont Drive
3
Turn right onto Kentucky Avenue
353 ft
·
17 sec
·
Kentucky Avenue
4
Turn left onto US 31
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Montgomery Highway
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 65 South: Montgomery
6
Merge onto I 65
46 mi
·
50 min
·
I 65
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 205
Toward 31, 22: Clanton
8
Keep slight left at fork
167 ft
·
7 sec
Exit 205
Toward 31, 22
9
Turn left onto US 31; AL 22
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
7th Street South
10
Turn right onto County Road 24
5.5 mi
·
13 min
·
County Road 24
11
Arrive at destination
County Road 24
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.1 mi from Vestavia Hills, AL · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.1 miles from Vestavia Hills, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Enterprise, AL
The final approach into Enterprise, 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
$8.79 one way
$17.58 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.65 | $19.30 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.45 | $20.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.85 | $25.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.11 | $2.79 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.09 | $2.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.15 | $3.72 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Enterprise, AL
Afternoon in Enterprise on Thursday
Local time
2:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
1h 15m 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 Vestavia Hills, AL to Enterprise, AL covers 58.2 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, County Road 24, 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 29.1 miles from Vestavia Hills, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.79 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 1h 15m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Tremont Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Kentucky Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 49.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Vestavia Hills, AL to Enterprise, AL, road signs begin pointing toward 22: Clanton along the way.
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