Origin
Union, AL
Night in Union on Wednesday
Local time
10:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
12m
Distance
6.8 mi
11 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Union, AL
Muhammad Nabeel
Halls Chapel, AL
Michael D Beckwith
This short 6.8-mile drive from Union to Halls Chapel, Alabama, takes about 12 minutes and is perfect for a quick local excursion. You'll primarily navigate using Alexandria-Wellington Road, State Farm Road, and the Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway, with no highway driving involved. With a minimal fuel cost of just $1, this route is ideal as a spontaneous day trip within Alabama's Southeast region. Consider it a straightforward local journey rather than an overnight commitment.
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
3.4 miles from Union, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 6.8-mile journey. You won't encounter any highway stretches, keeping the pace more relaxed and focused on local roads. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll experience is 3.3 miles along Alexandria-Wellington Road. The route is characterized by frequent turns, typical of navigating through local Alabama communities.
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 3.3 miles in near CR 25 / Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 12m 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 3.3 miles (CR 25 / Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (State Farm Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (State Farm Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto CR 25 / Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto State Farm Road
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork onto State Farm Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
At end of road, turn left onto Alexandria Road
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandria-Wellington Road | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| State Farm Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Alexandria Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Union, AL and Halls Chapel, AL.
Start on Alexandria-Wellington Road
Turn left onto CR 25
Turn right onto State Farm Road
Keep slight left at fork onto State Farm Road
At end of road, turn left onto Alexandria Road
Arrive at destination
Given this is a brief 12-minute drive, pacing isn't a major concern, and you can depart at any time. You'll be traveling just 6.8 miles, so planning extensive stops isn't necessary. Keep an eye out for the frequent turns characteristic of this local route to stay on track. With a fuel cost of only $1, you'll have plenty of budget for any small conveniences along the way.
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 6.8 miles or 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.4 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Halls Chapel, AL than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Union, AL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Union, AL
This is one driving day of about 6.8 miles and 12m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.4 mi from Union, AL · 6m into the drive
A short stop after about 6.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 3.4 miles from Union, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$1.03 one way
$2.05 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.13 | $2.25 |
| premium | $4.56 | $1.22 | $2.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.50 | $3.00 |
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: 2.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2 | 0 | $0.71 | $0.33 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.60 | $0.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.95 | $0.44 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Night in Union on Wednesday
Local time
10:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Halls Chapel on Wednesday
Local time
10:41 PM
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
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.
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