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Trip from Union, AL to Halls Chapel, AL

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

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 11m ★
6 AM
0h 12m
8 AM
0h 14m
10 AM
0h 13m
12 PM
0h 13m
3 PM
0h 13m
5 PM
0h 14m
8 PM
0h 12m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Union, AL, AL

Union, AL

Muhammad Nabeel

Downtown Halls Chapel, AL, AL

Halls Chapel, AL

Michael D Beckwith

Trip Overview

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 .

Drive Character

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.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Alexandria-Wellington Road is the longest continuous segment at about 3.3 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 3.3 miles in near CR 25 / Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway.

Route Complexity 4/10

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.

Critical Maneuvers

4 of 4 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
3.3 mi into trip | ~6m in | CR 25 / Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway

Turn left onto CR 25 / Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway

Navigation decision point

4
4.3 mi into trip | ~7m in | State Farm Road

Turn right onto State Farm Road

Navigation decision point

4
5.5 mi into trip | ~9m in | State Farm Road

Keep slight left at fork onto State Farm Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

4
6.4 mi into trip | ~11m in | Alexandria Road

At end of road, turn left onto Alexandria Road

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

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
Longest stretch: Alexandria-Wellington Road — 3.3 mi, about 6m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Union, AL and Halls Chapel, AL.

1

Start on Alexandria-Wellington Road

3.3 mi · 6 min · Alexandria-Wellington Road
2

Turn left onto CR 25

1.0 mi · 1 min · Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway
3

Turn right onto State Farm Road

1.2 mi · 1 min · State Farm Road
4

Keep slight left at fork onto State Farm Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · State Farm Road
5

At end of road, turn left onto Alexandria Road

0.4 mi · 46 sec · Alexandria Road
6

Arrive at destination

Alexandria Road

Trip Plan

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.

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 3.4 miles from Union, AL, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.3 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 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.

Before You Leave

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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.

At 6.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Alexandria-Wellington Road for about 3.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 3.4 mi from Union, AL · 6m into the drive

Pacing Suggestions

Weaver, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 6.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Weaver, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 3.4 miles from Union, 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

$1.03 one way

$2.05 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 2 kg CO2
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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Union, AL

Night in Union on Wednesday

Local time

10:41 PM

CDT

Current temp

79°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Halls Chapel, AL

Night in Halls Chapel on Wednesday

Local time

10:41 PM

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

1 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

12m 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 Union, AL to Halls Chapel, AL covers 6.8 miles and takes about 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Alexandria-Wellington Road, State Farm Road, Alexandria-Jacksonville Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.4 miles from Union, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.03 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 12m 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 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.
The route from Union, AL to Halls Chapel, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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