How far is Gadsden, AL from Attalla, AL?
The driving distance from Gadsden, AL to Attalla, AL is about 5.2 miles (8.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 4.7 miles (7.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 20m 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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Halfway Point
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Town in Etowah County, Alabama, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gadsden and Attalla.
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Start on South 6th Street
1039 ft · 33 sec · South 6th Street
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Turn left onto West Meighan Boulevard
3.7 mi · 7 min · West Meighan Boulevard
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Continue on 5th Avenue Northeast
1.3 mi · 3 min · 5th Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto 3rd Street Northwest
29 m · 2 sec · 3rd Street Northwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Street Northwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gadsden and Attalla.
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.
West Meighan Boulevard
Turn left onto West Meighan Boulevard
3.72 mi · 00h 07m
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.
Sunny leaving Gadsden and Sunny near Attalla.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gadsden to Attalla?
The road trip is about 5.2 miles (8.4 km) and usually takes 00h 10m 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?
Reece City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.6 miles from Gadsden and 2.6 miles from Attalla.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4.7 miles (7.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.5 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 $0.68 one way or $1.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gadsden and Sunny near Attalla.
Stop Ideas Near Reece City
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 Reece City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gadsden and Attalla. Straight-line distance: 4.73 mi (7.62 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Attalla
City in Etowah County, Alabama, USA
| Population | 5,832 |
| Coordinates | 34.0217600, -86.0885900 |
| Altitude | 167 |
| Country | United States |
End: Attalla (-86.08859, 34.02176)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 8 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 03m |
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 | $0.68 | $1.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $0.77 | $1.53 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $0.83 | $1.67 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $0.97 | $1.95 |
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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