How far is Arab, AL from Gadsden, AL?
The driving distance from Arab, AL to Gadsden, AL is about 44.8 miles (72.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35 miles (56.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Etowah County, Alabama, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Arab and Gadsden.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arab and Gadsden.
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Start on North Main Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Turn left
9.5 mi · 13 min
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Turn left
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
19.5 mi · 27 min
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Continue on US 278
1.6 mi · 2 min · US 278
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Continue on Thompson Bridge Road
157 m · 8 sec · Thompson Bridge Road
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Continue on US 278
2.9 mi · 4 min · US 278
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Turn right
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Turn slight left onto 4th Street Northwest
2497 ft · 56 sec · 4th Street Northwest
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Turn right onto 5th Avenue Northwest
1.4 mi · 3 min · 5th Avenue Northwest
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Continue on West Meighan Boulevard
3.7 mi · 7 min · West Meighan Boulevard
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Turn right onto North 6th Street
1039 ft · 33 sec · North 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Arab and Gadsden.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
North Main Street
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19.5 mi · 00h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Arab and Showers And Thunderstorms near Gadsden.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Arab to Gadsden?
The road trip is about 44.8 miles (72.1 km) and usually takes 00h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Walnut Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.4 miles from Arab and 22.4 miles from Gadsden.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35 miles (56.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.98 one way or $11.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Arab and Showers And Thunderstorms near Gadsden.
Stop Ideas Near Walnut Grove
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Arab and Gadsden. Straight-line distance: 34.98 mi (56.29 km).
#1 Arab
City in Marshall County, Alabama, US
| Population | 8,406 |
| Coordinates | 34.3181500, -86.4958200 |
| Altitude | 336 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gadsden
City in and the county seat of Etowah County in the U.
| Population | 34,816 |
| Coordinates | 34.0143400, -86.0063900 |
| Altitude | 167 |
| Country | United States |
End: North 6th Street (-86.006372, 34.014381)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $5.98 | $11.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.73 | $13.46 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.31 | $14.62 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.56 | $17.11 |
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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