How far is Chelsea, AL from Huntsville, AL?
Fastest route
The distance between Chelsea, Alabama and Huntsville, Alabama is approximately 114 miles (183 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 2 hours and 24 minutes via US-231 N.
Directions
- 🚗 Head southeast on Chelsea Rd toward Allen Dr.
- 🔄 Turn right to stay on Chelsea Rd.
- ➡️ Turn right onto Co Rd 39 N.
- 🛣️ Continue on US-280 W.
- 🛣️ Take I-459 N to N Chalkville Rd in Trussville. Exit from I-59 N.
- 🔄 Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto US-280 W.
- 🛣️ Take the ramp onto I-459 N.
- ⬅️ Keep left to stay on I-459 N.
- ⬆️ Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 33B to merge onto I-59 N toward Gadsden.
- ⬅️ Use the right 2 lanes to take the exit toward N Chalkville Rd.
- ⬇️ Continue to Cleveland.
- ↖️ Use the left 2 lanes to turn sharply left onto N Chalkville Rd.
- ➡️ Continue onto Chalkville Mountain Rd.
- ⬆️ Keep left to stay on Sweeney Hollow Rd.
- ➡️ Turn right onto AL-79 N/Pinson Valley Pkwy.
- ➡️ Continue to follow AL-79 N.
- 🛣️ Pass by Dollar General (on the left in 9.7 mi).
- 🛣️ Follow US-231 N to Clinton Ave W in Huntsville. Exit from Access Rd SW.
- 🔄 At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto AL-79.
- ⬆️ Pass by Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers (on the right in 44.7 mi).
- ⬅️ Take the Clinton Ave exit toward Downtown.
- ⬅️ Use the right 2 lanes to take the exit toward Clinton Ave W.
- 🚗 Continue on Clinton Ave W.
- 🚗 Drive to Spring St SW.
- 🔄 Use any lane to turn right onto Clinton Ave W.
- ➡️ Turn right onto Spragins St SW.
- ⬅️ Spragins St SW turns left and becomes Spring St SW.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan for approximately 2 hours and 24 minutes of travel time.
- 🛣️ Follow US-231 N for the most direct route.
- 🔄 Pay attention to road signs to ensure you stay on the correct route.
- ⛽ Make sure to fill up your gas tank before the journey.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to stay on track.
- 🚦 Observe traffic regulations and be aware of any road closures or detours.
- 🍽️ Consider packing snacks and drinks for the trip to stay refreshed.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 09m.
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This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Talladega County, Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chelsea and Huntsville.
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Start on Triana Boulevard Southwest
2 mi · 5 min · Triana Boulevard Southwest
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Turn right onto West Clinton Avenue
1.5 mi · 4 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 Chelsea and Huntsville.
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.
Triana Boulevard Southwest
Start on Triana Boulevard Southwest
1.98 mi · 00h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Chelsea and Partly Sunny near Huntsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chelsea to Huntsville?
The road trip is about 3.6 miles (5.8 km) and usually takes 00h 09m 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?
Lincoln is a useful midpoint, sitting about 1.8 miles from Chelsea and 1.8 miles from Huntsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 3 miles (4.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.6 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 8:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.49 one way or $0.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Chelsea and Partly Sunny near Huntsville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chelsea and Huntsville. Straight-line distance: 3.07 mi (4.94 km).
#1 Chelsea
City in Madison County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 14,608 |
| Coordinates | 34.6906500, -86.6099900 |
| Altitude | 184 |
| 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: 6 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $0.49 | $0.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $0.55 | $1.11 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $0.60 | $1.20 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $0.70 | $1.41 |
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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