Origin
Winfield, AL
Evening in Winfield on Thursday
Local time
8:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Winfield, AL to Hamilton, AL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
31m
Distance
20 mi
32 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Winfield, AL
Mark Stebnicki
Hamilton, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Winfield, AL to Hamilton, AL covers 20 miles and takes about 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 43, Bankhead Avenue, Bexar Avenue West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.4 miles on US 43. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 20 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 31m highway drive covering 20 miles, with most of the trip on US 43 and Bankhead Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 13.4 miles on US 43.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 4 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 43 is the longest continuous segment at about 13.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 43 and Bankhead Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 43; AL 118; AL 171 / Bankhead Avenue.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Winfield, AL to Hamilton, AL is easy. At 31m with 67% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 43; AL 118; AL 171 / Bankhead Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (US 43; US 278; AL 171): Lane positioning matters here; at 20 miles (AL 74 / Bexar Avenue West): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 43; AL 118; AL 171 / Bankhead Avenue
Depart onto US 43; AL 118; AL 171 / Bankhead Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
6.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 43; US 278; AL 171
Turn right onto US 43; US 278; AL 171
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
20 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
AL 74 / Bexar Avenue West
Turn left onto AL 74 / Bexar Avenue West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 43 | 13.4 mi | 20m |
| Bankhead Avenue | 6.5 mi | 10m |
| Bexar Avenue West | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 43
— 13.4 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winfield, AL and Hamilton, AL.
1
Start on US 43; AL 118; AL 171
6.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Bankhead Avenue
Use the straight lane.
2
Turn right onto US 43; US 278; AL 171
13 mi
·
20 min
·
US 43; US 278; AL 171
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto AL 74
21 ft
·
0 sec
·
Bexar Avenue West
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Arrive at destination
AL 74
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.02 one way
$6.04 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.32 | $6.63 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.59 | $7.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.42 | $8.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6 | 0 | $2.10 | $0.96 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.75 | $0.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8 | 0 | $2.80 | $1.28 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Hamilton, AL
Evening in Hamilton on Thursday
Local time
8:27 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
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 Winfield, AL to Hamilton, AL covers 20 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 43, Bankhead Avenue, Bexar Avenue West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10 miles from Winfield, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.02 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 Winfield, AL to Hamilton, AL is easy. At 31m with 67% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 43; AL 118; AL 171 / Bankhead Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (US 43; US 278; AL 171): Lane positioning matters here; at 20 miles (AL 74 / Bexar Avenue West): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Winfield, AL to Hamilton, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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