How far is Sardis City, AL from Huntsville, AL?
The driving distance from Sardis City, AL to Huntsville, AL is about 56.5 miles (91 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.6 miles (75 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 24m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sardis City and Huntsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sardis City and Huntsville.
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Start on Sardis Drive
1.6 km · 2 min · Sardis Drive
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Turn right onto Gamble Street
600 ft · 28 sec · Gamble Street
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Turn right
16.2 mi · 26 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 Sardis City 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.
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17.7 mi · 00h 21m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sardis City and Rain Showers Likely near Huntsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sardis City to Huntsville?
The road trip is about 56.5 miles (91 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?
Grant is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.2 miles from Sardis City and 28.3 miles from Huntsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.6 miles (75 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 4:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.54 one way or $15.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Sardis City and Rain Showers Likely near Huntsville.
Stop Ideas Near Grant
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sardis City and Huntsville. Straight-line distance: 46.62 mi (75.02 km).
#1 Sardis City
Human settlement
| Population | 1,776 |
| Coordinates | 34.1742600, -86.1227500 |
| Altitude | 330 |
| 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: 91 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
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 | $7.54 | $15.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $8.48 | $16.95 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $9.20 | $18.41 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $10.78 | $21.55 |
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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