How far is Madison, AL from Cullman, AL?
The driving distance from Madison, AL to Cullman, AL is about 45.7 miles (73.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.7 miles (59 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 47m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Morgan County, Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Madison and Cullman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison and Cullman.
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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
32 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 278: Cullman, Double Springs
955 ft · 27 sec
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Turn left
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto 2nd Avenue Southwest
15 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue Southwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue Southwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Madison and Cullman.
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
32 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Rain Showers Likely then Partly Sunny leaving Madison and Rain Showers Likely near Cullman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Madison to Cullman?
The road trip is about 45.7 miles (73.6 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Hartselle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.9 miles from Madison and 22.9 miles from Cullman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.7 miles (59 km), while the road route adds roughly 9 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 4:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.10 one way or $12.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely then Partly Sunny around Madison and Rain Showers Likely near Cullman.
Stop Ideas Near Hartselle
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 Hartselle.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Madison and Cullman. Straight-line distance: 36.64 mi (58.97 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 Cullman
City in Cullman County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 16,564 |
| Coordinates | 34.1748200, -86.8436100 |
| Altitude | 242 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cullman (-86.84361, 34.17482)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 74 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $6.10 | $12.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.86 | $13.71 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.45 | $14.89 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.72 | $17.44 |
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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