How far is Gadsden, AL from Leeds, AL?
The driving distance from Gadsden, AL to Leeds, AL is about 51 miles (82 km), with a travel time of about 01h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.6 miles (71.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 22m 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 11m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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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 Leeds.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gadsden and Leeds.
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Start on South 6th Street
1205 ft · 38 sec · South 6th Street
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Turn right onto Walnut Street
3250 ft · 2 min · Walnut Street
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Turn left onto South 11th Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · South 11th Street
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Turn left onto Black Creek Parkway
1651 ft · 33 sec · Black Creek Parkway
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Take the ramp slight right toward I-759 West: Birmingham, Chattanooga
1737 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
2.2 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Birmingham
1864 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight right
15.5 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 231: Oneonta, Ashville
1260 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left
2.6 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto 4th Street
86 m · 17 sec · 4th Street
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Turn left onto 6th Avenue
121 m · 14 sec · 6th Avenue
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Turn right onto 5th Street
4.1 mi · 6 min · 5th Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
14 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
20.8 mi · 30 min
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Continue on Moody Parkway
1758 ft · 32 sec · Moody Parkway
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Continue on Ashville Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · Ashville Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ashville Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gadsden and Leeds.
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.
5th Street
Exit the roundabout
20.8 mi · 00h 30m
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 Leeds.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gadsden to Leeds?
The road trip is about 51 miles (82 km) and usually takes 01h 11m 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?
Ashville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.5 miles from Gadsden and 25.5 miles from Leeds.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44.6 miles (71.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.4 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 4:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.82 one way or $13.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gadsden and Sunny near Leeds.
Stop Ideas Near Ashville
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 Ashville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gadsden and Leeds. Straight-line distance: 44.63 mi (71.83 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 Leeds
City in Jefferson, St.
| Population | 12,026 |
| Coordinates | 33.5481600, -86.5444300 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
End: Leeds (-86.54443, 33.54816)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 82 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $6.82 | $13.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.67 | $15.33 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.33 | $16.65 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $9.75 | $19.49 |
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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