How far is Gadsden, AL from Hartselle, AL?
The driving distance from Gadsden, AL to Hartselle, AL is about 69.2 miles (111.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 60.8 miles (97.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 26m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 43m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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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 Gadsden and Hartselle.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gadsden and Hartselle.
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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
1.4 mi · 3 min · 5th Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto 4th Street Northwest
2438 ft · 51 sec · 4th Street Northwest
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Turn slight right
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto US 278
2.9 mi · 4 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
1.6 mi · 2 min · US 278
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Continue on Thompson Bridge Road
21.8 mi · 31 min · Thompson Bridge Road
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Turn right
1.2 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight left
43 m · 8 sec
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Turn left
20.5 mi · 28 min
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Continue straight
3.6 mi · 5 min
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Turn slight left
10.3 mi · 18 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gadsden and Hartselle.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Thompson Bridge Road
Continue on Thompson Bridge Road
21.8 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Sunny leaving Gadsden and Sunny near Hartselle.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gadsden to Hartselle?
The road trip is about 69.2 miles (111.3 km) and usually takes 01h 43m 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 34.5 miles from Gadsden and 34.6 miles from Hartselle.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60.8 miles (97.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.4 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 3:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.24 one way or $18.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gadsden and Sunny near Hartselle.
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.
Birmingham
Anniston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gadsden and Hartselle. Straight-line distance: 60.78 mi (97.82 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 Hartselle
City in Morgan County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 14,470 |
| Coordinates | 34.4434300, -86.9352800 |
| Altitude | 205 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hartselle (-86.93528, 34.44343)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 111 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $9.24 | $18.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.39 | $20.78 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $11.29 | $22.57 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $13.21 | $26.43 |
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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