Origin
Oxford, AL
Morning in Oxford on Sunday
Local time
11:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oxford, AL to Nances Creek, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
35m
Distance
23.6 mi
38 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oxford, AL
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Nances Creek, AL
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Trip Overview
Oxford, AL to Nances Creek, AL is 23.6 miles and takes about 35m via State Route 9, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within the Southeast region and the state of Alabama, offering a straightforward journey between two points. It's a practical option for a quick connection, with a low fuel cost making it an economical choice. Consider this route for its simplicity and ease of navigation over a short distance.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 9 | 8.6 mi | 11m |
| Choccolocco Road | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| Hamric Drive East | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| DeArmanville Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Snow Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Old Choccolocco Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Erickton Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Hobson Circle | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 9
— 8.6 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oxford, AL and Nances Creek, AL.
1
Start on Snow Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Snow Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto US 78
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Hamric Drive East
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Turn left onto DeArmanville Road
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
DeArmanville Road
4
Keep slight right at fork onto DeArmanville Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
DeArmanville Road
5
Continue on Old Choccolocco Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Choccolocco Road
6
Turn left onto Erickton Drive
363 ft
·
17 sec
·
Erickton Drive
7
Turn right onto Choccolocco Road
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Choccolocco Road
8
Turn left onto AL 9
8.6 mi
·
11 min
·
State Route 9
9
Turn left onto Hobson Circle
163 ft
·
7 sec
·
Hobson Circle
10
Arrive at destination
Hobson Circle
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Snow Street
Depart onto Snow Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 78 / Hamric Drive East
Turn left onto US 78 / Hamric Drive East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
4.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
DeArmanville Road
Turn left onto DeArmanville Road
Navigation decision point
4
5.4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
DeArmanville Road
Keep slight right at fork onto DeArmanville Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
8 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Erickton Drive
Turn left onto Erickton Drive
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.56 one way
$7.13 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.91 | $7.83 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.24 | $8.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.21 | $10.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 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 | 7.1 | 0 | $2.48 | $1.13 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.30 | $1.51 |
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
Nances Creek, AL
Morning in Nances Creek on Sunday
Local time
11:12 AM
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
35m 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?
This mixed drive features 36% highway travel, balancing faster sections with more local road conditions. You'll experience an uninterrupted stretch of 8.6 miles on State Route 9, likely providing a consistent feel for that segment. The road's character shifts as you progress, moving from potentially wider highway segments to more winding or built-up local roads as you approach your destination. Expect a varied driving experience that keeps things interesting without being overly demanding.
36% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.6 mi on State Route 9.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Snow Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 23.6 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Snow Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (US 78 / Hamric Drive East): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles (DeArmanville Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 23.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (36%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.6 miles on State Route 9. 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 (Snow Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (US 78 / Hamric Drive East): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles (DeArmanville Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Nances Creek, 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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