Origin
Warrior, AL
Morning in Warrior on Saturday
Local time
9:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Warrior, AL to Huntsville, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
79.1 mi
127 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Warrior, AL
Fernando Cortés
Huntsville, AL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This straightforward 79.1-mile drive from Warrior to Huntsville, Alabama, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 28 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 31 and I-565, this route offers a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, it's an economical option for getting between these two Southeast Alabama locations. The straightforward nature of the drive means you won't need to break it up, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. It's a practical choice for travelers looking for an efficient journey.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 79.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive for this 79.1-mile trip, with 94% of the journey on faster roads. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 55.4 miles on US 31, offering a consistent pace. While largely highway, the route does incorporate segments of I-565, leading you directly into Huntsville. The drive progresses with a clear transition from US 31 to the interstate system as you approach your destination. It's a predictable and efficient path, designed for covering ground.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 31 is the longest continuous segment at about 55.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 31 and I 565. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Kemp Drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 79.1 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles (Kemp Drive): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (US 31): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 58.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Kemp Drive
At end of road, turn right onto Kemp Drive
Navigation decision point
7
3.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 31
Enter roundabout onto US 31
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
58.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward I 565 East, AL 20 West, US 72 Alternate: Decatur, Huntsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 340
Toward I 565 East, AL 20 West, US 72 Alternate:...
7
58.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 565 East, US 72 Alternate East: Huntsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 340A
Toward I 565 East, US 72 Alternate East: Huntsv...
9
78.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Jefferson Street, Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Jefferson Street, Downtown
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 31 | 55.4 mi | 59m |
| I 565 | 18.9 mi | 20m |
| North Main Street | 3 mi | 4m |
| Jefferson Street North | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Bluff Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Park Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Kemp Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Spring Street Southwest | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 31
— 55.4 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warrior, AL and Huntsville, AL.
1
Start on Bluff Street
517 ft
·
23 sec
·
Bluff Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto Kemp Drive
87 ft
·
5 sec
·
Kemp Drive
3
Turn left onto Park Drive
304 ft
·
18 sec
·
Park Drive
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 31
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
North Main Street
5
Enter roundabout onto US 31
355 ft
·
8 sec
·
US 31
6
Continue on US 31
254 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 31
7
Enter roundabout onto US 31
275 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 31
8
Continue on US 31
55 mi
·
59 min
·
US 31
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 340
Toward I 565 East, AL 20 West, US 72 Alternate: Decatur, Huntsville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 340A
Toward I 565 East, US 72 Alternate East: Huntsville
11
Merge onto I 565; US 72 Alternate
19 mi
·
20 min
·
I 565; US 72 Alternate
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward Wasthington Street, Jefferson Street, Downtown
13
Continue on this road
395 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
Exit 19C
Toward Wasthington Street, Jefferson Street, Downtown
14
Keep slight right at fork
343 ft
·
8 sec
Toward Jefferson Street, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn straight onto Jefferson Street North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Jefferson Street North
16
Turn right onto Spring Street Southwest
4 ft
·
0 sec
·
Spring Street Southwest
17
Arrive at destination
Spring Street Southwest
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.5 mi from Warrior, AL · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.5 miles from Warrior, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Huntsville, AL
The final approach into Huntsville, 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
$11.95 one way
$23.89 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $13.11 | $26.23 |
| premium | $4.56 | $14.20 | $28.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.46 | $34.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.31 | $3.80 |
| Efficient EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.92 | $3.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.07 | $5.06 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Huntsville, AL
Morning in Huntsville on Saturday
Local time
9:27 AM
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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 28m 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 Warrior, AL to Huntsville, AL covers 79.1 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 31, I 565, North Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.5 miles from Warrior, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.95 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 79.1 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles (Kemp Drive): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (US 31): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 58.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Warrior, AL to Huntsville, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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