How far is Madison, AL from Scottsboro, AL?
The driving distance from Madison, AL to Scottsboro, AL is about 51.4 miles (82.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40.6 miles (65.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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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 Scottsboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison and Scottsboro.
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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
44.4 mi · 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 279: Broad Street
1760 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto South Broad Street
1.9 mi · 5 min · South Broad Street
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Turn right
70 m · 17 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Madison and Scottsboro.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Madison Boulevard
Merge slight left
44.4 mi · 00h 52m
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 Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Scottsboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Madison to Scottsboro?
The road trip is about 51.4 miles (82.7 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Paint Rock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.7 miles from Madison and 25.7 miles from Scottsboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.6 miles (65.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.8 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 4:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.85 one way or $13.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Madison and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Scottsboro.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Madison and Scottsboro. Straight-line distance: 40.62 mi (65.37 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 Scottsboro
City in Alabama
| Population | 14,372 |
| Coordinates | 34.6723100, -86.0341500 |
| Altitude | 196 |
| Country | United States |
End: Scottsboro (-86.03415, 34.67231)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 83 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $6.85 | $13.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.71 | $15.42 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.37 | $16.74 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $9.80 | $19.60 |
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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