How far is Ashville, AL from Huntsville, AL?
The driving distance from Ashville, AL to Huntsville, AL is about 80.8 miles (130.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.6 miles (103.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 14m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 37m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ashville and Huntsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ashville and Huntsville.
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Start on Court Street East
27 m · 8 sec · Court Street East
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Turn left onto 5th Avenue
16.6 mi · 25 min · 5th Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 2nd Avenue East
13.6 mi · 21 min · 2nd Avenue East
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Turn left
8 mi · 11 min
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Turn right
41.4 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right
98 m · 8 sec
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Merge slight right onto Access Road Southwest
154 m · 10 sec · Access Road Southwest
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Take the exit slight right
1188 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right onto West Clinton Avenue
1 km · 2 min · West Clinton Avenue
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Turn right onto Jefferson Street South
111 m · 11 sec · Jefferson Street South
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Turn right onto Spring Street Southwest
1 m · 1 sec · Spring Street Southwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Spring Street Southwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ashville and Huntsville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
41.4 mi · 00h 55m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Ashville and Chance Rain Showers near Huntsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ashville to Huntsville?
The road trip is about 80.8 miles (130.1 km) and usually takes 01h 37m 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?
Holly Pond is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.5 miles from Ashville and 40.5 miles from Huntsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.6 miles (103.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.2 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 3:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.79 one way or $21.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Ashville and Chance Rain Showers near Huntsville.
Stop Ideas Near Holly Pond
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Holly Pond.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ashville and Huntsville. Straight-line distance: 64.56 mi (103.9 km).
#1 Ashville
City in St.
| Population | 2,396 |
| Coordinates | 33.8370400, -86.2544200 |
| Altitude | 172 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Huntsville
The second most populous city in Alabama.
| Population | 202,964 |
| Coordinates | 34.7304000, -86.5859400 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jefferson Street South (-86.585936, 34.730413)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 130 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
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 | $10.79 | $21.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.14 | $24.28 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.18 | $26.36 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $15.43 | $30.87 |
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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