How far is Gadsden, AL from Scottsboro, AL?
The driving distance from Gadsden, AL to Scottsboro, AL is about 63.1 miles (101.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45.5 miles (73.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 42m 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 21m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gadsden and Scottsboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gadsden and Scottsboro.
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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
1.5 km · 2 min · West Meighan Boulevard
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Turn slight right onto North 12th Street
2303 ft · 48 sec · North 12th Street
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Continue on Noccalula Road
3.7 mi · 6 min · Noccalula Road
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Take the ramp right
1250 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
30.2 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 35: Fort Payne, Rainsville
1323 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left onto Glenn Boulevard Southwest
3.8 mi · 5 min · Glenn Boulevard Southwest
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Continue on East Main Street
8.9 mi · 12 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Tammy Little Drive
13.6 mi · 19 min · Tammy Little Drive
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Turn left onto East Willow Street
3091 ft · 1 min · East Willow Street
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Turn left onto South Market Street
700 ft · 33 sec · South Market Street
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Turn right onto East Peachtree Street
138 m · 22 sec · East Peachtree Street
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Turn right onto South Broad Street
13 m · 2 sec · South Broad Street
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Turn right
70 m · 17 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gadsden and Scottsboro.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Noccalula Road
Merge slight left
30.2 mi · 00h 32m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gadsden to Scottsboro?
The road trip is about 63.1 miles (101.5 km) and usually takes 01h 21m 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?
Pine Ridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.6 miles from Gadsden and 31.5 miles from Scottsboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45.5 miles (73.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.41 one way or $16.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Gadsden and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Scottsboro.
Stop Ideas Near Pine Ridge
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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 Scottsboro. Straight-line distance: 45.49 mi (73.21 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 Scottsboro
City in Alabama
| Population | 14,372 |
| Coordinates | 34.6723100, -86.0341500 |
| Altitude | 196 |
| Country | United States |
End: Scottsboro (-86.03415, 34.67231)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 101 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $8.41 | $16.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.45 | $18.91 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.27 | $20.54 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $12.02 | $24.04 |
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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