How far is Huntsville, AL from Fultondale, AL?
The driving distance from Huntsville, AL to Fultondale, AL is about 94.9 miles (152.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.7 miles (126.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 33m 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 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Huntsville and Fultondale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntsville and Fultondale.
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Start on Spring Street Southwest
1 m · 4 sec · Spring Street Southwest
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Turn right onto West Side Square
115 m · 16 sec · West Side Square
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Continue on South Side Square
113 m · 16 sec · South Side Square
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Turn left onto East Side Square
113 m · 9 sec · East Side Square
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Continue on Washington Street Southeast
111 m · 9 sec · Washington Street Southeast
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Continue on Washington Street Northeast
2489 ft · 54 sec · Washington Street Northeast
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Take the ramp slight left
1580 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
18.9 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 65: Birmingham, Nashville
864 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 65 South: Birmingham
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
72 mi · 1 hr 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Walkers Chapel Road
2211 ft · 54 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Fultondale
83 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto Walker Chapel Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Walker Chapel Road
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Turn right onto Decatur Highway
2282 ft · 48 sec · Decatur Highway
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Turn left onto Whaley Road
1295 ft · 57 sec · Whaley Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Whaley Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Huntsville and Fultondale.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 65 South
Merge slight left
72 mi · 01h 17m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Huntsville and Showers And Thunderstorms near Fultondale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Huntsville to Fultondale?
The road trip is about 94.9 miles (152.8 km) and usually takes 01h 46m 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?
South Vinemont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.5 miles from Huntsville and 47.4 miles from Fultondale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.7 miles (126.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.2 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 2:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.69 one way or $25.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Huntsville and Showers And Thunderstorms near Fultondale.
Stop Ideas Near South Vinemont
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 South Vinemont.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Huntsville and Fultondale. Straight-line distance: 78.67 mi (126.61 km).
#1 Huntsville
The second most populous city in Alabama.
| Population | 202,964 |
| Coordinates | 34.7304000, -86.5859400 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fultondale
City in Jefferson County, Alabama
| Population | 9,269 |
| Coordinates | 33.6048300, -86.7938800 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fultondale (-86.79388, 33.60483)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 153 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
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 | $12.69 | $25.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.27 | $28.54 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $15.49 | $30.99 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $18.14 | $36.28 |
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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