How far is Cedar Bluff, AL from Madison, AL?
The driving distance from Cedar Bluff, AL to Madison, AL is about 102.3 miles (164.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.9 miles (117.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 57m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cedar Bluff and Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Bluff and Madison.
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Start on Old Hwy 9
13 m · 4 sec · Old Hwy 9
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Turn left onto North Weiss Lake Drive
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Weiss Lake Drive
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Continue on Main Street
3.5 mi · 6 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Canyon Drive
19 mi · 27 min · Canyon Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 5th Street Northeast
1882 ft · 55 sec · 5th Street Northeast
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Turn left onto Gault Avenue North
1.1 mi · 3 min · Gault Avenue North
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Turn right onto Glenn Boulevard Southwest
4.9 mi · 7 min · Glenn Boulevard Southwest
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Continue on East Main Street
8.9 mi · 12 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Tammy Little Drive
12.7 mi · 17 min · Tammy Little Drive
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Turn left onto US 72, AL 279
1145 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto John T Reid Parkway
46.1 mi · 54 min · John T Reid Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward Madison Boulevard
1.2 km · 2 min
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Continue on Madison Boulevard
2.5 mi · 4 min · Madison Boulevard
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Turn right onto Hughes Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Hughes Road
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Turn left onto Mill Road
1847 ft · 50 sec · Mill Road
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Turn left onto Church Street
21 m · 2 sec · Church Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Church Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cedar Bluff and Madison.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
John T Reid Parkway
Merge slight left onto John T Reid Parkway
46.1 mi · 00h 54m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Cedar Bluff and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cedar Bluff to Madison?
The road trip is about 102.3 miles (164.7 km) and usually takes 01h 58m 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?
Scottsboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.3 miles from Cedar Bluff and 51 miles from Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.9 miles (117.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.4 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 2:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.67 one way or $27.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Cedar Bluff and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Madison.
Stop Ideas Near Scottsboro
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cedar Bluff and Madison. Straight-line distance: 72.92 mi (117.36 km).
#1 Cedar Bluff
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,829 |
| Coordinates | 34.2200900, -85.6077400 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Madison
The most populous city in Madison County, Alabama.
| Population | 52,654 |
| Coordinates | 34.6992600, -86.7483300 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
End: Church Street (-86.748391, 34.699261)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 165 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $13.67 | $27.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $15.37 | $30.75 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $16.70 | $33.39 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $19.55 | $39.10 |
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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