Origin
Samson, AL
Morning in Samson on Tuesday
Local time
9:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Samson, AL to Hartford, AL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
34m
Distance
23.3 mi
38 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Samson, AL
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Hartford, AL
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Trip Overview
Samson to Hartford is 23.3 miles and takes about 34 minutes via Main Street, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Southeast region, specifically Alabama. Expect a local drive with frequent turns rather than an open highway experience. It's a straightforward trip, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss. Consider this when planning quick errands or connecting to other, longer journeys in the area.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | 10.1 mi | 14m |
| Maple Street | 9.6 mi | 14m |
| West Maple Avenue | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| North 3rd Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Main Street
— 10.1 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Samson, AL and Hartford, AL.
1
Start on AL 52
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto AL 52
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
West Maple Avenue
3
Continue on AL 52
9.6 mi
·
14 min
·
Maple Street
4
Turn left onto AL 123
62 ft
·
1 sec
·
North 3rd Avenue
5
Arrive at destination
AL 123
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 10.1 and 23.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
10.1 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
AL 52 / West Maple Avenue
Turn left onto AL 52 / West Maple Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
23.3 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
AL 123 / North 3rd Avenue
Turn left onto AL 123 / North 3rd Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.52 one way
$7.04 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.86 | $7.73 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.18 | $8.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.14 | $10.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.2 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 | 0 | $2.45 | $1.12 |
| Efficient EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.04 | $0.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.26 | $1.49 |
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
Hartford, AL
Morning in Hartford on Tuesday
Local time
9:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°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
34m 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 drive is characterized by its turn-heavy, local nature, with 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 10.1 miles along Main Street. As you navigate, you'll primarily be on local roads like Main Street, Maple Street, and West Maple Avenue. The constant adjustments in direction mean you'll be actively steering for most of the 34-minute duration. It’s less about cruising and more about mindful navigation through community streets.
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: 10.1 mi on Main Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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 around 10.1 miles in near AL 52 / West Maple Avenue.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Samson, AL to Hartford, AL is easy. At 34m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.1 miles (AL 52 / West Maple Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 23.3 miles (AL 123 / North 3rd Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 34m. Total distance: 23.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
34m 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 10.1 miles on Main Street. 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: at 10.1 miles (AL 52 / West Maple Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 23.3 miles (AL 123 / North 3rd Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hartford, 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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