How far is Gadsden, AL from Sylacauga, AL?
The driving distance from Gadsden, AL to Sylacauga, AL is about 64 miles (103 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.8 miles (96.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 54m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Talladega County, Alabama, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gadsden and Sylacauga.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gadsden and Sylacauga.
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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
21.6 mi · 25 min · Western Bypass
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Turn right onto West 4th Street
136 m · 15 sec · West 4th Street
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Turn right onto Norton Avenue
61 m · 7 sec · Norton Avenue
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Turn right
53 m · 13 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 Sylacauga.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Grand Avenue
Turn left onto East Grand Avenue
37 mi · 00h 53m
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 Sylacauga?
The road trip is about 64 miles (103 km) and usually takes 01h 27m 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?
Lincoln is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.1 miles from Gadsden and 31.9 miles from Sylacauga.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.8 miles (96.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.56 one way or $17.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Gadsden and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sylacauga.
Stop Ideas Near Lincoln
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Pell City Recreation Hall
Lincoln City Hall
City of Lincoln Water Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lincoln.
Anniston
Birmingham
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gadsden and Sylacauga. Straight-line distance: 59.81 mi (96.25 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 Sylacauga
City in Alabama, United States
| Population | 11,939 |
| Coordinates | 33.1731700, -86.2516400 |
| Altitude | 166 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sylacauga (-86.25164, 33.17317)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 103 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 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 | $8.56 | $17.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.63 | $19.25 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.45 | $20.90 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $12.24 | $24.48 |
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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