How far is McIntosh, AL from Chatom, AL?
The driving distance from McIntosh, AL to Chatom, AL is about 26.8 miles (43.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19 miles (30.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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City in Clarke County, Alabama, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McIntosh and Chatom.
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Start on Commerce Street
34 m · 11 sec · Commerce Street
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Turn left onto River Road
40 m · 8 sec · River Road
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Turn right onto Jefferson Davis Highway
12.4 mi · 14 min · Jefferson Davis Highway
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Turn left
14.3 mi · 25 min
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Turn straight onto Jordan Street
92 m · 5 sec · Jordan Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Jordan Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between McIntosh and Chatom.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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14.3 mi · 00h 25m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving McIntosh and Sunny near Chatom.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from McIntosh to Chatom?
The road trip is about 26.8 miles (43.1 km) and usually takes 00h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Jackson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.4 miles from McIntosh and 13.4 miles from Chatom.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19 miles (30.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.60 one way or $7.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around McIntosh and Sunny near Chatom.
Stop Ideas Near Jackson
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 Jackson.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between McIntosh and Chatom. Straight-line distance: 19.03 mi (30.62 km).
#1 McIntosh
Human settlement in Washington County, Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 210 |
| Coordinates | 31.2662800, -88.0313900 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chatom
Town in Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 1,168 |
| Coordinates | 31.4651700, -88.2544600 |
| Altitude | 57 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jordan Street (-88.254343, 31.465158)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $3.60 | $7.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $4.05 | $8.09 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $4.39 | $8.79 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $5.14 | $10.29 |
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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