Origin
Jacksonville, AL
Late night in Jacksonville on Thursday
Local time
12:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jacksonville, AL to Halls Chapel, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
13m
Distance
8.1 mi
13 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jacksonville, AL
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Halls Chapel, AL
Michael D Beckwith
Trip Overview
This brief 8.1-mile journey from Jacksonville, AL to Halls Chapel, AL takes about 13 minutes to complete. It's an easy day trip, perfect for when you're looking for a short drive within the Southeast region. You'll be navigating local roads like the Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway and Cedar Springs Road, with no time spent on major highways. Budget around $1 for fuel for this quick excursion. The drive is characterized by frequent turns, making it a more engaging local experience than a straight shot on an interstate. It's ideal for a quick errand or a short scenic detour without the commitment of an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
4.1 miles from Jacksonville, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this entire trip. With a 0% highway share, you'll be on secondary roads for the full 8.1 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 3.8 miles along the Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway, offering a brief period of consistent travel before more turns appear. The route is primarily made up of local roads such as Cedar Springs Road and Alexandria Road, indicating a less direct, more winding path through the area. This type of drive requires your attention to navigation but offers a more intimate feel of the local landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 3.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Greenleaf Street Southwest.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 13m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Greenleaf Street Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (Alexandria Road Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (Cedar Springs Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Greenleaf Street Southwest
Turn right onto Greenleaf Street Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Alexandria Road Southwest
At end of road, turn left onto Alexandria Road Southwest
Navigation decision point
3
5.4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
Cedar Springs Road
Turn left onto Cedar Springs Road
Navigation decision point
3
6.8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
Russell Drive
Turn right onto Russell Drive
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Cedar Springs Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Alexandria Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Public Square West | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Greenleaf Street Southwest | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Alexandria Road Southwest | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Russell Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway
— 3.8 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville, AL and Halls Chapel, AL.
1
Start on AL 21
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Public Square West
2
Turn right onto Greenleaf Street Southwest
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Greenleaf Street Southwest
Use the right lane.
3
At end of road, turn left onto Alexandria Road Southwest
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Alexandria Road Southwest
4
Continue on CR 25
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway
5
Turn left onto Cedar Springs Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Cedar Springs Road
6
Turn right onto Russell Drive
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Russell Drive
7
Continue on Alexandria Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Alexandria Road
8
Arrive at destination
Alexandria Road
Trip Plan
Since this drive is only 13 minutes long, you have complete flexibility on when to depart. There's no need to rush or plan for extensive stops, as the total distance is just 8.1 miles. The estimated fuel cost is a minimal $1, so you likely won't need to worry about finding a gas station mid-trip. When you're navigating, pay close attention to your turns, especially on the Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway, which features the longest continuous stretch before more turns resume. This short distance means you can easily incorporate it into a day of local errands or exploration without feeling pressured by time.
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 4.1 miles from Jacksonville, AL, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.8 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 8 miles or 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.1 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Halls Chapel, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Jacksonville, AL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Jacksonville, AL
This is one driving day of about 8.1 miles and 13m.
At 8.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway for about 3.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.1 mi from Jacksonville, AL · 6m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.1 miles from Jacksonville, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Halls Chapel, AL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Halls Chapel, AL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.22 one way
$2.45 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.34 | $2.69 |
| premium | $4.56 | $1.45 | $2.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.79 | $3.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.85 | $0.39 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.71 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.13 | $0.52 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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
Halls Chapel, AL
Late night in Halls Chapel on Thursday
Local time
12:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
13m 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 Jacksonville, AL to Halls Chapel, AL covers 8.1 miles and takes about 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway, Cedar Springs Road, Alexandria Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.1 miles from Jacksonville, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.22 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 13m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Greenleaf Street Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (Alexandria Road Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles (Cedar Springs Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Jacksonville, AL to Halls Chapel, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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