How far is Winfield, AL from Madison, AL?

The driving distance from Winfield, AL to Madison, AL is about 101.1 miles (162.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 81 miles (130.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 52m 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. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
101.07 mi
01h 56m
Flight
80.95 mi
130.28 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
80.95 mi
Kilometers
130.28 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
101.07 mi
Kilometers
162.66 km
Drive Time
01h 56m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 56m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Madison
Tue, May 5, 12:18 AM CDT
Return by in Winfield
Tue, May 5, 2:14 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Winfield
2026-05-04T22:22
Arrive Madison
Tue, May 5, 12:18 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 56m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:56 AM to 11:56 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:38 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Winfield
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Russellville
AL

City in Alabama

From Winfield
53.5 mi
00h 58m
To Madison
47.6 mi
00h 58m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Monday

Sunny

Starts
Mon, May 4 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SW
Destination
80°F
Monday

Sunny

Starts
Mon, May 4 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Winfield and Madison.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Winfield and Madison.

  1. 1

    Start on Bankhead Avenue

    39 m · 5 sec · Bankhead Avenue

  2. 2

    Continue on Bankhead Highway

    3011 ft · 1 min · Bankhead Highway

  3. 3

    Continue on Bankhead Avenue

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Bankhead Avenue

  4. 4

    Turn left

    3.8 mi · 6 min

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    10.8 mi · 15 min

  6. 6

    Turn left

    3150 ft · 56 sec

  7. 7

    Turn right

    11.1 mi · 15 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    2268 ft · 45 sec

  9. 9

    Turn right

    3 mi · 5 min

  10. 10

    Turn straight onto Jackson Highway

    2 mi · 4 min · Jackson Highway

  11. 11

    Turn slight left onto Broad Street

    11.2 mi · 14 min · Broad Street

  12. 12

    Turn left

    846 ft · 31 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left

    35.7 mi · 42 min

  14. 14

    Continue straight

    7.5 mi · 9 min

  15. 15

    Continue on Moulton Street West

    2.2 mi · 5 min · Moulton Street West

  16. 16

    Turn left onto 6th Avenue Northeast

    2.3 mi · 4 min · 6th Avenue Northeast

  17. 17

    Continue on Huntsville-Decatur Highway

    3 mi · 4 min · Huntsville-Decatur Highway

  18. 18

    Continue straight

    8.8 mi · 10 min

  19. 19

    Take the exit slight right toward Madison Boulevard, Wall-Triana Highway

    1397 ft · 27 sec

  20. 20

    Keep slight left to continue on Madison

    142 m · 9 sec

  21. 21

    Turn straight onto Wall Triana Highway

    1393 ft · 28 sec · Wall Triana Highway

  22. 22

    Continue on Sullivan Street

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Sullivan Street

  23. 23

    Turn right onto Main Street

    1393 ft · 41 sec · Main Street

  24. 24

    Continue on Church Street

    1544 ft · 42 sec · Church Street

  25. 25

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Church Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Winfield and Madison.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
25 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
24.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Broad Street
54.4 mi · 54%
Bankhead Avenue
12.7 mi · 13%
Huntsville-Decatur Highway
11.9 mi · 12%
6th Avenue Northeast
2.29 mi · 2%
Moulton Street West
2.16 mi · 2%
Jackson Highway
2.03 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Broad Street

Merge slight left

35.7 mi · 00h 42m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 56m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+20.1 mi
81 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Russellville
00h 58m from Winfield
Leave By
2:38 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Winfield and Sunny near Madison.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Winfield to Madison?

The road trip is about 101.1 miles (162.7 km) and usually takes 01h 56m 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?

Russellville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.5 miles from Winfield and 47.6 miles from Madison.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 81 miles (130.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.1 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 2:38 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.52 one way or $27.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Winfield and Sunny near Madison.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Winfield and Madison. Straight-line distance: 80.95 mi (130.28 km).

Winfield

#1 Winfield

City in Marion County, Alabama, United States

Population4,559
Coordinates33.9289900, -87.8172500
Altitude145
CountryUnited States
Madison

#2 Madison

The most populous city in Madison County, Alabama.

Population52,654
Coordinates34.6992600, -86.7483300
Altitude215
CountryUnited States
Start: Bankhead Avenue (-87.817223, 33.92894)
End: Church Street (-86.748391, 34.699261)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 163 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 22m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 31m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 01m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 41m
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.

One-way fuel
3.57 gal
13.5 L · about $13.52
Round trip
$27.04
7.14 gal · 27 L
Estimated CO2
31.7 kg one way
Round trip: 63.5 kg / 140 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $13.52 $27.04
Mid-grade $4.26 $15.20 $30.41
Premium $4.63 $16.51 $33.02
Diesel $5.42 $19.33 $38.66

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Alabama · May 05, 2026

There is no time difference between Winfield and Madison. The current time is 22:22:47.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.