How far is Madison, AL from Carbon Hill, AL?
The driving distance from Madison, AL to Carbon Hill, AL is about 97.7 miles (157.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 71.3 miles (114.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 08m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 04m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Madison and Carbon Hill.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison and Carbon Hill.
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Start on Church Street
1683 ft · 46 sec · Church Street
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Continue straight
678 ft · 19 sec
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Continue on Main Street
572 ft · 26 sec · Main Street
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Turn sharp left onto Sullivan Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Sullivan Street
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Continue on Wall Triana Highway
138 m · 11 sec · Wall Triana Highway
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Take the ramp slight right toward 565: Decatur
2178 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
8.5 mi · 9 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
40 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 69: Good Hope, Cullman
28.1 mi · 40 min
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Turn right
1.1 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
2.8 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
160 m · 8 sec
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
80 m · 4 sec
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Take the ramp straight toward I 22, US 78
850 ft · 13 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 22:west, US 78:west: Tupelo
1 km · 53 sec
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Merge slight right
3.3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right
1729 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight right
632 ft · 20 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
2 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
4.4 mi · 6 min
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Continue on Northeast 1st Avenue
2827 ft · 59 sec · Northeast 1st Avenue
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Turn right onto Nauvoo Road
1414 ft · 28 sec · Nauvoo Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Nauvoo Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Madison and Carbon Hill.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 65 South
Merge slight left
40 mi · 00h 43m
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 Likely leaving Madison and Showers And Thunderstorms near Carbon Hill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Madison to Carbon Hill?
The road trip is about 97.7 miles (157.3 km) and usually takes 02h 04m 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?
Good Hope is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.9 miles from Madison and 48.8 miles from Carbon Hill.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 71.3 miles (114.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.4 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 2:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.07 one way or $26.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Madison and Showers And Thunderstorms near Carbon Hill.
Stop Ideas Near Good Hope
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 Good Hope.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Madison and Carbon Hill. Straight-line distance: 71.3 mi (114.75 km).
#1 Madison
The most populous city in Madison County, Alabama.
| Population | 52,654 |
| Coordinates | 34.6992600, -86.7483300 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Carbon Hill
City in Walker County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 1,885 |
| Coordinates | 33.8917700, -87.5261200 |
| Altitude | 146 |
| Country | United States |
End: Carbon Hill (-87.52612, 33.89177)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 157 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $13.07 | $26.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.69 | $29.39 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $15.96 | $31.91 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $18.68 | $37.36 |
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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