How far is Irondale, AL from Huntsville, AL?
Fastest route
The distance from Irondale, Alabama, to Huntsville, Alabama, is approximately 93.7 miles (150.7 kilometers). The suggested route is via AL-79 N and US-231 N, with an estimated travel time of 1 hour and 51 minutes.
Directions
- Head northwest toward 1st Ave S.
- Turn right onto 16th St S.
- Turn left onto Georgia Rd.
- Turn right onto Madrid Ave.
- Continue onto 98th Alley N.
- Turn right onto 65th St S.
- Turn left onto Oporto Madrid Blvd.
- Turn right onto 1st Ave N.
- Continue to Cleveland.
- Turn left to stay on 1st Ave N.
- Continue straight to stay on West Blvd.
- Continue onto Bethel Ave/Tarrant Huffman Rd.
- Continue to follow Tarrant Huffman Rd.
- Turn right onto Zion City Rd.
- Pass by Dollar General (on the left in 15.5 mi).
- Follow US-231 N to Clinton Ave W in Huntsville. Exit from Access Rd SW.
- At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto AL-79.
- Pass by Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers (on the right in 44.7 mi).
- Take the Clinton Ave exit toward Downtown.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take the exit toward Clinton Ave W.
- Continue on Clinton Ave W.
- Drive to Spring St SW.
- Use any lane to turn right onto Clinton Ave W.
- Turn right onto Spragins St SW.
- Spragins St SW turns left and becomes Spring St SW.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure your vehicle is in good condition before embarking on the trip.
- 🍽️ Plan for a meal or snack stop along the way to stay refreshed.
- ⛽ Check the fuel level and fill up the tank if needed before leaving.
- 🚧 Stay alert for road construction or detours that might affect the route.
- ☕ Consider taking a short break during the journey to stretch and relax.
- 📱 Keep your GPS or navigation app handy to stay on track.
- 🌄 Enjoy the scenic drive and the views along the route.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 36m.
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.
City in Cullman County, Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Irondale and Huntsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Irondale and Huntsville.
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Start on the route
9 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto 1st Avenue South
1082 ft · 53 sec · 1st Avenue South
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 16th Street South
131 m · 15 sec · 16th Street South
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Turn right onto Montevallo Road
2162 ft · 1 min · Montevallo Road
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Turn right onto I-20 Frontage Road
50 m · 7 sec · I-20 Frontage Road
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Keep slight left to continue on I 20 West
764 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left
3.8 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 79: Tallapoosa Street
1644 ft · 40 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on AL 79 North: Tallapoosa Street North, Tarrant
99 m · 8 sec
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Continue on Tallapoosa Street
1616 ft · 36 sec · Tallapoosa Street
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Continue on Vanderbilt Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · Vanderbilt Road
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Turn left onto Cedar Street
1936 ft · 59 sec · Cedar Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Erwin Dairy Road
1.5 km · 3 min · Erwin Dairy Road
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Continue on 47th Avenue North
1 km · 2 min · 47th Avenue North
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Turn sharp right onto Decatur Highway
1.5 km · 2 min · Decatur Highway
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 65 North: Huntsville
2197 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
73.4 mi · 1 hr 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 565 East, AL 20 West, US 72 Alternate: Decatur, Huntsville
1665 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 565 East, US 72 Alternate East: Huntsville
2761 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
18.9 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Wasthington Street, Jefferson Street, Downtown
985 ft · 24 sec
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Continue on Wasthington Street, Jefferson Street, Downtown
120 m · 10 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Jefferson Street, Downtown
104 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto Jefferson Street North
2688 ft · 1 min · Jefferson Street North
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Turn right onto Spring Street Southwest
1 m · 1 sec · Spring Street Southwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Spring Street Southwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Irondale and Huntsville.
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 North
Merge slight left
73.4 mi · 01h 19m
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 Irondale and Sunny near Huntsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Irondale to Huntsville?
The road trip is about 108.1 miles (173.9 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?
Cullman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.1 miles from Irondale and 55.9 miles from Huntsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.6 miles (133 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.5 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 3:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.43 one way or $28.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Irondale and Sunny near Huntsville.
Stop Ideas Near Cullman
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 Cullman.
Birmingham
Anniston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Irondale and Huntsville. Straight-line distance: 82.67 mi (133.04 km).
#1 Irondale
Town in Alabama, United States
| Population | 13,226 |
| Coordinates | 33.5381600, -86.7072100 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Huntsville
The second most populous city in Alabama.
| Population | 202,964 |
| Coordinates | 34.7304000, -86.5859400 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jefferson Street South (-86.585936, 34.730413)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 174 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $14.43 | $28.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $16.23 | $32.45 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $17.62 | $35.24 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $20.63 | $41.26 |
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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