How far is Montgomery, AL from Scottsboro, AL?
The driving distance from Montgomery, AL to Scottsboro, AL is about 206.4 miles (332.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 160 miles (257.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 54m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated community in Alabama
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Montgomery and Scottsboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery and Scottsboro.
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Start on South Union Street
573 ft · 21 sec · South Union Street
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Turn left onto East South Street
2751 ft · 1 min · East South Street
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Take the ramp straight
828 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
2014 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I-65 North: Birmingham
1759 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
78.2 mi · 1 hr 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 459: Atlanta, Gadsden, Tuscaloosa
1318 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 459 North: Atlanta, Gadsden
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto John M. Harbert III Freeway
17.1 mi · 18 min · John M. Harbert III Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 59 North: Gadsden
1756 ft · 41 sec
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Continue on I-59 North: Gadsden
890 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left
80.8 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 35: Fort Payne, Rainsville
1323 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left onto Glenn Boulevard Southwest
3.8 mi · 5 min · Glenn Boulevard Southwest
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Continue on East Main Street
8.9 mi · 12 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Tammy Little Drive
13.6 mi · 19 min · Tammy Little Drive
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Turn left onto East Willow Street
3091 ft · 1 min · East Willow Street
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Turn left onto South Market Street
700 ft · 33 sec · South Market Street
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Turn right onto East Peachtree Street
138 m · 22 sec · East Peachtree Street
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Turn right onto South Broad Street
13 m · 2 sec · 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 Montgomery and Scottsboro.
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-59 North
Merge slight left
80.8 mi · 01h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Montgomery 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 Montgomery to Scottsboro?
The road trip is about 206.4 miles (332.2 km) and usually takes 03h 54m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Grayson Valley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 103.3 miles from Montgomery and 103.1 miles from Scottsboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 160 miles (257.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 46.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:12 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.61 one way or $55.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Montgomery and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Scottsboro.
Stop Ideas Near Grayson Valley
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 Grayson Valley.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Montgomery and Scottsboro. Straight-line distance: 160.03 mi (257.54 km).
#1 Montgomery
The capital of Alabama.
| Population | 196,268 |
| Coordinates | 32.3668100, -86.2999700 |
| Altitude | 73 |
| 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: 332 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 34m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $27.61 | $55.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $31.05 | $62.10 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $33.72 | $67.43 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $39.48 | $78.95 |
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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