Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
23m
Distance
11.8 mi
19 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
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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The drive from Nances Creek, AL to Jacksonville, AL covers 11.8 miles and takes about 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Whites Gap Road, State Route 9, Whites Gap Road Southeast for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.3 miles on Whites Gap Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.78 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
5.9 miles from Nances Creek, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
The drive from Nances Creek, AL to Jacksonville, AL covers 11.8 miles and takes about 23m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AL 9 / State Route 9.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 23m 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: near the start (AL 9 / State Route 9): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (Whites Gap Road): Navigation decision point; at 10.8 miles (AL 21 / Pelham Road South): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto AL 9 / State Route 9
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Whites Gap Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto AL 21 / Pelham Road South
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto AL 21 / Public Square West
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Whites Gap Road | 4.3 mi | 10m |
| State Route 9 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Whites Gap Road Southeast | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| Pelham Road South | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Public Square West | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Hobson Circle | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Nances Creek, AL and Jacksonville, AL.
Start on Hobson Circle
Turn right onto AL 9
Turn right onto Whites Gap Road
Continue on Whites Gap Road Southeast
Turn right onto AL 21
Turn left onto AL 21
Arrive at destination
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.
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 11.8 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.9 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jacksonville, AL than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Nances Creek, AL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Nances Creek, AL
This is one driving day of about 11.8 miles and 23m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.9 mi from Nances Creek, AL · 9m into the drive
A short stop after about 11.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 5.9 miles from Nances Creek, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Jacksonville, 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.
Regular Gas
$1.78 one way
$3.56 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.96 | $3.91 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.12 | $4.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.61 | $5.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.24 | $0.57 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.03 | $0.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.76 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Nances Creek on Thursday
Local time
12:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Sunny
Destination
Late night in Jacksonville on Thursday
Local time
12:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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