How far is Saks, AL from Huntsville, AL?
The driving distance from Saks, AL to Huntsville, AL is about 100.5 miles (161.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83.1 miles (133.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 06m 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 02h 03m.
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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City in Marshall County, Alabama, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saks and Huntsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saks and Huntsville.
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Start on West 42nd Street
72 m · 16 sec · West 42nd Street
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Turn left onto Skyline Drive
1165 ft · 54 sec · Skyline Drive
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Turn right onto West 44th Street
86 m · 16 sec · West 44th Street
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Turn left onto Saks Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Saks Road
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Turn left
30.5 mi · 43 min
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Turn left onto 4th Street Northwest
2438 ft · 51 sec · 4th Street Northwest
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Turn slight right
28.1 mi · 41 min
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Continue on Gunter Avenue
2733 ft · 58 sec · Gunter Avenue
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Turn right onto May Street
97 m · 6 sec · May Street
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Turn slight left onto Blount Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · Blount Avenue
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Continue on Paddle Wheel Drive
788 ft · 15 sec · Paddle Wheel Drive
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Continue on Florida Short Route
4.7 mi · 6 min · Florida Short Route
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Continue on Florida Short Route
17.7 mi · 21 min · Florida Short Route
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Continue straight
13.2 mi · 18 min
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Turn right onto Madison Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Madison Street
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Turn right onto South Side Square
113 m · 16 sec · South Side Square
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Turn left onto East Side Square
113 m · 16 sec · East Side Square
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Continue on North Side Square
112 m · 18 sec · North Side Square
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Spring Street Southwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saks and Huntsville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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30.5 mi · 00h 43m
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 leaving Saks and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Huntsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saks to Huntsville?
The road trip is about 100.5 miles (161.7 km) and usually takes 02h 03m 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?
Albertville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.7 miles from Saks and 50.8 miles from Huntsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.1 miles (133.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.4 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 2:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.44 one way or $26.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Saks and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Huntsville.
Stop Ideas Near Albertville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saks and Huntsville. Straight-line distance: 83.06 mi (133.67 km).
#1 Saks
Unincorporated community in Alabama
| Population | 10,744 |
| Coordinates | 33.6987100, -85.8396900 |
| Altitude | 250 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Huntsville
The second most populous city in Alabama.
| Population | 202,964 |
| Coordinates | 34.7304000, -86.5859400 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Side Square (-86.585936, 34.730413)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 162 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 15m |
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 | $13.44 | $26.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $15.12 | $30.24 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $16.42 | $32.84 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $19.22 | $38.45 |
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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