How far is Hartford, AL from Samson, AL?
The driving distance from Hartford, AL to Samson, AL is about 23.3 miles (37.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 20.7 miles (33.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartford and Samson.
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Start on North 3rd Avenue
19 m · 5 sec · North 3rd Avenue
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Turn right onto Mill Street
73 m · 6 sec · Mill Street
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Turn slight left onto West Main Street
9.5 mi · 14 min · West Main Street
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Continue on East Maple Avenue
13.7 mi · 20 min · East Maple Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
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East Maple Avenue
Continue on East Maple Avenue
13.7 mi · 00h 20m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Hartford and Partly Sunny near Samson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hartford to Samson?
The road trip is about 23.3 miles (37.5 km) and usually takes 00h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Geneva is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.6 miles from Hartford and 11.7 miles from Samson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.7 miles (33.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.11 one way or $6.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hartford and Partly Sunny near Samson.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hartford and Samson. Straight-line distance: 20.67 mi (33.26 km).
#1 Hartford
City in Alabama
| Population | 2,591 |
| Coordinates | 31.1024000, -85.6968800 |
| Altitude | 83 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Samson
City in Geneva County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 1,853 |
| Coordinates | 31.1129500, -86.0460500 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-86.046012, 31.11296)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 38 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $3.11 | $6.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $3.49 | $6.98 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $3.79 | $7.59 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $4.44 | $8.88 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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