How far is Garrison, WV from Madison, WV?
The driving distance from Garrison, WV to Madison, WV is about 36 miles (57.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.7 miles (28.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garrison and Madison.
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Start on Seng Creek Road
2.1 mi · 8 min · Seng Creek Road
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Turn right
25.7 mi · 45 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Daniel Boone Parkway
5.5 mi · 10 min · Daniel Boone Parkway
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Turn left
2946 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto Smoot Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · Smoot Avenue
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Turn straight onto State Street
1472 ft · 25 sec · State Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Street
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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25.7 mi · 00h 45m
Route Summary
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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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Garrison and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Garrison to Madison?
The road trip is about 36 miles (57.9 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Mount Hope is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18 miles from Garrison and 18 miles from Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.7 miles (28.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.3 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.03 one way or $10.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Garrison and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Madison.
Stop Ideas Near Mount Hope
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Parks and Recreation
Kanawha County Magistrate Court
Kanawha City Community Center
Belle City Offices
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mount Hope.
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Charleston
Thurmond
Prince
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Garrison and Madison. Straight-line distance: 17.7 mi (28.48 km).
#1 Garrison
Garrison is a place in West Virginia, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.9962200, -81.5067800 |
| Altitude | 321 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Madison
City in West Virginia, United States
| Population | 2,616 |
| Coordinates | 38.0670500, -81.8192900 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
End: State Street (-81.819329, 38.067064)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 58 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $3.96 | $5.03 | $10.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $5.62 | $11.25 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $6.07 | $12.14 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $7.14 | $14.28 |
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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