How far is Gadsden, AL from Monroeville, AL?
The driving distance from Gadsden, AL to Monroeville, AL is about 233.3 miles (375.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 188.1 miles (302.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gadsden and Monroeville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gadsden and Monroeville.
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Start on South 6th Street
5 m · 5 sec · South 6th Street
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Turn right onto Broad Street
1506 ft · 59 sec · Broad Street
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Turn right onto South 3rd Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South 3rd Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Rainbow Drive
4.2 mi · 6 min · Rainbow Drive
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Turn left onto East Grand Avenue
37 mi · 53 min · East Grand Avenue
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Turn right onto Western Bypass
22.7 mi · 26 min · Western Bypass
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Continue on Rockford Highway
1.2 mi · 1 min · Rockford Highway
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Continue on Broadway Avenue
54.5 mi · 1 hr 2 min · Broadway Avenue
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Take the exit right toward Birmingham, Mobile
1300 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Northern Boulevard
6.3 mi · 9 min · Northern Boulevard
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Keep slight left to continue on I-65 South: Mobile
2655 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
79.2 mi · 1 hr 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 84: Evergreen, Monroeville
1028 ft · 25 sec
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Turn right
21.5 mi · 24 min
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Turn right
3048 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto South Alabama Avenue
4.1 mi · 7 min · South Alabama Avenue
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Enter the roundabout toward North Alabama Avenue
700 ft · 14 sec · North Alabama Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pineville Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gadsden and Monroeville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I-65 South
Merge slight left
79.2 mi · 01h 26m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Gadsden and Sunny near Monroeville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gadsden to Monroeville?
The road trip is about 233.3 miles (375.5 km) and usually takes 04h 40m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Wetumpka is a useful midpoint, sitting about 116.8 miles from Gadsden and 116.5 miles from Monroeville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 188.1 miles (302.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 45.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.17 one way or $62.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 73.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gadsden and Sunny near Monroeville.
Stop Ideas Near Wetumpka
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gadsden and Monroeville. Straight-line distance: 188.09 mi (302.7 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 Monroeville
City in Alabama, United States
| Population | 5,623 |
| Coordinates | 31.5279400, -87.3247100 |
| Altitude | 126 |
| Country | United States |
End: Monroeville (-87.32471, 31.52794)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 375 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 54m |
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 | $31.17 | $62.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $35.05 | $70.10 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $38.06 | $76.13 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $44.57 | $89.13 |
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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