Origin
Hartford, AL
Morning in Hartford on Saturday
Local time
7:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Hartford, AL to Montgomery, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 20m
Distance
101.1 mi
163 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 11m
★
6 AM
2h 20m
8 AM
2h 40m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 39m
8 PM
2h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hartford, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hartford, AL to Montgomery, AL covers 101.1 miles and takes about 2h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 231, AL 167, Neil Metcalf Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 43.2 miles on US 231. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.27 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.
Midpoint
50.6 miles from Hartford, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 20m. Total distance: 101.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 20m highway drive covering 101.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 231 and AL 167. The longest continuous stretch is about 43.2 miles on US 231.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 231 is the longest continuous segment at about 43.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
480 ft
129 ft
Total Climb
580 ft
Total Descent
617 ft
Highest Point
480 ft
~50.6 mi in
Elevation Range
351 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 231 and AL 167. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AL 52 / Mill Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hartford, AL to Montgomery, AL is easy. At 2h 20m with 66% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AL 52 / Mill Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (AL 167): Navigation decision point; at 16.7 miles (SR 167 / Boll Weevil Circle): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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AL 52 / Mill Street
Turn right onto AL 52 / Mill Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
AL 167
Turn right onto AL 167
Navigation decision point
3
16.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
SR 167 / Boll Weevil Circle
Turn right onto SR 167 / Boll Weevil Circle
Navigation decision point
4
52.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
US 231; AL 10
Turn left onto US 231; AL 10
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
100.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 18m in
|
Norman Bridge Road
Turn right onto Norman Bridge Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 231 | 43.2 mi | 52m |
| AL 167 | 23.4 mi | 34m |
| Neil Metcalf Road | 22.8 mi | 34m |
| Boll Weevil Circle | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Neal Metcalf Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Woodley Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| McGehee Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 231
— 43.2 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartford, AL and Montgomery, AL.
1
Start on AL 123
62 ft
·
5 sec
·
North 3rd Avenue
2
Turn right onto AL 52
238 ft
·
6 sec
·
Mill Street
3
Turn slight left onto AL 52
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
4
Turn right onto AL 167
16 mi
·
23 min
·
AL 167
5
Turn right onto SR 167
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Boll Weevil Circle
6
Turn right onto AL 167
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Neal Metcalf Road
7
Continue on AL 167
23 mi
·
34 min
·
Neil Metcalf Road
8
Turn slight left onto AL 167
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
AL 167
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto US 231; AL 10
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 231; AL 10
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 231; AL 10
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
US 231; AL 10
11
Continue on US 231; AL 10
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 231; AL 10
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 231; AL 10
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US 231; AL 10
13
Continue on US 231
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
US 231
14
Continue on US 231
36 mi
·
42 min
·
US 231
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on McGehee Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
McGehee Road
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on Mc Gehee Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Mc Gehee Road
17
Continue on Woodley Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Woodley Road
18
Continue on East Fairview Avenue
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
East Fairview Avenue
19
Turn right onto Norman Bridge Road
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Norman Bridge Road
20
Continue on South Decatur Street
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
South Decatur Street
21
Continue on South Union Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Union Street
22
Arrive at destination
South Union Street
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.6 miles from Hartford, AL, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.2 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 22 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.6 miles or 1h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montgomery, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Hartford, 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 Hartford, AL
This is one driving day of about 101.1 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Hartford, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 231 for about 43.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.6 mi from Hartford, AL · 1h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.6 miles from Hartford, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Montgomery, AL
The final approach into Montgomery, 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 Montgomery, AL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.27 one way
$30.54 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $16.76 | $33.52 |
| premium | $4.56 | $18.15 | $36.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.32 | $44.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.62 | $4.85 |
| Efficient EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.85 | $4.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.15 | $6.47 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Montgomery, AL
Morning in Montgomery on Saturday
Local time
7:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Troy, AL
51 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 20m 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 Hartford, AL to Montgomery, AL covers 101.1 miles and takes about 2h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 231, AL 167, Neil Metcalf Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.6 miles from Hartford, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.27 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 Hartford, AL to Montgomery, AL is easy. At 2h 20m with 66% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AL 52 / Mill Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (AL 167): Navigation decision point; at 16.7 miles (SR 167 / Boll Weevil Circle): Navigation decision point.
The route from Hartford, AL to Montgomery, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 129 ft to 480 ft elevation with about 580 ft of total climbing.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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