How far is Madison, AL from Sardis City, AL?
The driving distance from Madison, AL to Sardis City, AL is about 67.2 miles (108.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.8 miles (81.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 10m 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 35m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Madison County, Alabama
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Madison and Sardis City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison and Sardis City.
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Start on Church Street
21 m · 4 sec · Church Street
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Turn right onto Mill Road
1847 ft · 48 sec · Mill Road
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Turn right onto Hughes Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Hughes Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Madison Boulevard
2.6 mi · 4 min · Madison Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight
2557 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
5.2 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 231 South, US 431 South: Memorial Parkway
994 ft · 21 sec
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Continue on US 231 South, US 431 South: Memorial Parkway
1224 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left onto Memorial Parkway Southwest
1892 ft · 32 sec · Memorial Parkway Southwest
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Keep slight right to continue on Governors Drive
1748 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto Governors Drive Southwest
36.3 mi · 46 min · Governors Drive Southwest
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Continue on Gunter Avenue
2.5 mi · 5 min · Gunter Avenue
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Continue on Florida Short Route
16.2 mi · 26 min · Florida Short Route
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Turn left onto Gamble Street
656 ft · 32 sec · Gamble Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Sardis Drive
1.6 km · 2 min · Sardis Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Sardis Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Madison and Sardis City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Governors Drive Southwest
Turn left onto Governors Drive Southwest
36.3 mi · 00h 46m
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 leaving Madison and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sardis City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Madison to Sardis City?
The road trip is about 67.2 miles (108.1 km) and usually takes 01h 35m 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?
New Hope is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.6 miles from Madison and 33.6 miles from Sardis City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.8 miles (81.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.4 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 3:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.98 one way or $17.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Madison and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sardis City.
Stop Ideas Near New Hope
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Madison and Sardis City. Straight-line distance: 50.86 mi (81.85 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 Sardis City
Human settlement
| Population | 1,776 |
| Coordinates | 34.1742600, -86.1227500 |
| Altitude | 330 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sardis City (-86.12275, 34.17426)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 108 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 50m |
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 | $8.98 | $17.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.09 | $20.19 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.96 | $21.92 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $12.83 | $25.67 |
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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