How far is Gardendale, AL from Madison, AL?
The driving distance from Gardendale, AL to Madison, AL is about 81.3 miles (130.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 71.9 miles (115.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 14m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Alabama
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gardendale and Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gardendale and Madison.
-
1
Start on Decatur Highway
630 ft · 18 sec · Decatur Highway
-
2
Continue on Decatur Highway
1.2 mi · 2 min · Decatur Highway
-
3
Turn left onto Mount Olive Boulevard
2909 ft · 1 min · Mount Olive Boulevard
-
4
Take the ramp slight right
1835 ft · 45 sec
-
5
Merge slight left
67.2 mi · 1 hr 12 min
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 565 East, AL 20 West, US 72 Alternate: Decatur, Huntsville
1665 ft · 41 sec
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 565 East, US 72 Alternate East: Huntsville
2761 ft · 1 min
-
8
Merge slight left
8.4 mi · 9 min
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward Madison Boulevard, Wall-Triana Highway
1397 ft · 27 sec
-
10
Keep slight left to continue on Madison
142 m · 9 sec
-
11
Turn straight onto Wall Triana Highway
1393 ft · 28 sec · Wall Triana Highway
-
12
Continue on Sullivan Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Sullivan Street
-
13
Turn right onto Main Street
1393 ft · 41 sec · Main Street
-
14
Continue on Church Street
1544 ft · 42 sec · Church Street
-
15
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Church Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gardendale and Madison.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Mount Olive Boulevard
Merge slight left
67.2 mi · 01h 12m
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 Gardendale and Sunny near Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gardendale to Madison?
The road trip is about 81.3 miles (130.8 km) and usually takes 01h 14m 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 Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.6 miles from Gardendale and 40.7 miles from Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 71.9 miles (115.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.4 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 4:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.87 one way or $21.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gardendale and Sunny near Madison.
Stop Ideas Near Pine Hill
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 Pine Hill.
Birmingham
Anniston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gardendale and Madison. Straight-line distance: 71.89 mi (115.7 km).
#1 Gardendale
City in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 14,113 |
| Coordinates | 33.6601000, -86.8127700 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Madison
The most populous city in Madison County, Alabama.
| Population | 52,654 |
| Coordinates | 34.6992600, -86.7483300 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
End: Church Street (-86.748391, 34.699261)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 131 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $10.87 | $21.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.22 | $24.45 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.27 | $26.55 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $15.54 | $31.08 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Alabama · May 12, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.