Origin
Hamilton, AL
Afternoon in Hamilton on Sunday
Local time
12:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hamilton, AL to Hackleburg, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
15m
Distance
13.8 mi
22 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 19m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 17m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 19m
8 PM
0h 15m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Hackleburg, AL
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick, straightforward trip within the Southeast, the 13.8-mile drive from Hamilton to Hackleburg, Alabama, is an efficient choice. This short journey typically takes about 15 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via Military Street North, Cedar Tree Street, and Clay Street to reach your destination. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $2, this commute is highly economical for travelers moving between these two Alabama towns. Because the entire route remains local, it offers a simple, low-stress transit option for your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Military Street North | 13.7 mi | 15m |
| Cedar Tree Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Clay Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bexar Avenue West | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Military Street North
— 13.7 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton, AL and Hackleburg, AL.
1
Start on AL 74
21 ft
·
7 sec
·
Bexar Avenue West
2
Turn left onto US 43; AL 17
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Military Street North
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Turn right onto Clay Street
75 ft
·
2 sec
·
Clay Street
4
Turn left onto Cedar Tree Street
329 ft
·
6 sec
·
Cedar Tree Street
5
Arrive at destination
AL 172
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 13.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 43; AL 17 / Military Street North
Turn left onto US 43; AL 17 / Military Street North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
13.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Clay Street
Turn right onto Clay Street
Navigation decision point
4
13.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Cedar Tree Street
Turn left onto Cedar Tree Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.08 one way
$4.17 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $2.29 | $4.58 |
| premium | $4.56 | $2.48 | $4.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.05 | $6.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.45 | $0.66 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.21 | $0.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.93 | $0.88 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Hackleburg, AL
Afternoon in Hackleburg on Sunday
Local time
12:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
15m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the highway share for this route is 0%, you won't be dealing with high-speed, multi-lane traffic. The majority of your journey consists of a 13.7-mile stretch along Military Street North, which serves as the backbone of your travel. Because you are navigating local streets, the road character is consistent and requires your full attention on turns. It is a functional, direct path that moves you steadily from point A to point B without any long-haul highway segments.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
5 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.7 mi on Military Street North.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 43; AL 17 / Military Street North.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hamilton, AL to Hackleburg, AL is easy. At 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 43; AL 17 / Military Street North): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (Clay Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.7 miles (Cedar Tree Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 15m. Total distance: 13.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.7 miles on Military Street North. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 43; AL 17 / Military Street North): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (Clay Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.7 miles (Cedar Tree Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hackleburg, AL before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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