Origin
Nances Creek, AL
Late night in Nances Creek on Thursday
Local time
12:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nances Creek, AL to Union, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
39m
Distance
22 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Union, AL
Muhammad Nabeel
Trip Overview
The drive from Nances Creek, AL to Union, AL covers 22 miles and takes about 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway, Whites Gap Road, State Route 9 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 6.8 miles on Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.32 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
11 miles from Nances Creek, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 39m drive with frequent turns across 22 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 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 6.8 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 early in the drive near AL 9 / State Route 9.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 39m drive. You will face about 6 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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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AL 9 / State Route 9
Turn right onto AL 9 / State Route 9
Navigation decision point
3
4.3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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Whites Gap Road
Turn right onto Whites Gap Road
Navigation decision point
4
10.8 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
AL 21 / Pelham Road South
Turn right onto AL 21 / Pelham Road South
Navigation decision point
4
11.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
Alexandria Road Southwest
At end of road, turn left onto Alexandria Road Southwest
Navigation decision point
4
18.8 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
Alexandria-Wellington Road
Turn right onto Alexandria-Wellington Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway | 6.8 mi | 9m |
| Whites Gap Road | 4.3 mi | 10m |
| State Route 9 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Alexandria-Wellington Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Whites Gap Road Southeast | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| Greenleaf Street Southwest | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Alexandria Road Southwest | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Pelham Road South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway
— 6.8 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nances Creek, AL and Union, AL.
1
Start on Hobson Circle
163 ft
·
9 sec
·
Hobson Circle
2
Turn right onto AL 9
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
State Route 9
3
Turn right onto Whites Gap Road
4.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Whites Gap Road
4
Continue on Whites Gap Road Southeast
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Whites Gap Road Southeast
5
Turn right onto AL 21
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Pelham Road South
6
Turn left onto Greenleaf Street Southwest
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Greenleaf Street Southwest
7
At end of road, turn left onto Alexandria Road Southwest
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Alexandria Road Southwest
8
Continue on CR 25
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway
9
Turn right onto Alexandria-Wellington Road
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Alexandria-Wellington Road
10
Arrive at destination
Alexandria-Wellington Road
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 11 miles from Nances Creek, AL, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.8 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 22 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Union, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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 22 miles and 39m.
At 22 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway for about 6.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11 mi from Nances Creek, AL · 22m into the drive
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 11 miles from Nances Creek, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Union, AL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Union, 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
$3.32 one way
$6.65 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.65 | $7.29 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.95 | $7.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.86 | $9.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.31 | $1.06 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.08 | $1.41 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Union, AL
Late night in Union on Thursday
Local time
12:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
39m 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 Nances Creek, AL to Union, AL covers 22 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway, Whites Gap Road, State Route 9. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11 miles from Nances Creek, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.32 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 39m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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.
The route from Nances Creek, AL to Union, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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