How far is York, AL from Madison, AL?

The driving distance from York, AL to Madison, AL is about 209.9 miles (337.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 12m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 177 miles (284.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 25m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
209.91 mi
03h 12m
Flight
176.96 mi
284.79 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
176.96 mi
Kilometers
284.79 km
Flight Time
00h 21m

Driving Distance

Road route
209.91 mi
Kilometers
337.82 km
Drive Time
03h 12m

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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 03h 12m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Madison
Tue, May 12, 9:44 PM CDT
Return by in York
Wed, May 13, 12:56 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave York
2026-05-12T18:31
Arrive Madison
Tue, May 12, 9:44 PM CDT
Route Timing
03h 12m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:13 AM to 11:13 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:34 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in York
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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
Bessemer
AL

City in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States

From York
104.8 mi
01h 36m
To Madison
105.1 mi
01h 36m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NE
Destination
79°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph E

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on 2nd Avenue

    45 m · 8 sec · 2nd Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Broad Street

    2.3 mi · 4 min · Broad Street

  3. 3

    Take the ramp right

    2191 ft · 53 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    116.2 mi · 2 hr 5 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight left toward I 65 North: Huntsville

    45 m · 4 sec

  6. 6

    Continue on I 65 North: Huntsville

    1027 ft · 25 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight right

    78.6 mi · 1 hr 25 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 565 East, AL 20 West, US 72 Alternate: Decatur, Huntsville

    1665 ft · 41 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on I 565 East, US 72 Alternate East: Huntsville

    2761 ft · 1 min

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    8.4 mi · 9 min

  11. 11

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

    1397 ft · 27 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on Madison

    142 m · 9 sec

  13. 13

    Turn straight onto Wall Triana Highway

    1393 ft · 28 sec · Wall Triana Highway

  14. 14

    Continue on Sullivan Street

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Sullivan Street

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Main Street

    1393 ft · 41 sec · Main Street

  16. 16

    Continue on Church Street

    1544 ft · 42 sec · Church Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Church Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
17 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Broad Street
119 mi · 57%
I 65 North
78.8 mi · 38%
I 565 East
9.28 mi · 4%
Sullivan Street
1.12 mi · 1%
Madison Boulevard
0.35 mi
Church Street
0.29 mi
Longest Stretch

Broad Street

Merge slight left

116 mi · 02h 05m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 12m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+32.9 mi
177 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Bessemer
01h 36m from York
Leave By
10:34 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving York and Sunny near Madison.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 209.9 miles (337.8 km) and usually takes 03h 12m 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?

Bessemer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 104.8 miles from York and 105.1 miles from Madison.

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

The direct path is about 177 miles (284.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:34 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.06 one way or $56.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Bessemer

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Bessemer and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 14.6 mi away

City of Adamsville City Hall

Adamsville , AL
4828 Main St, Adamsville, AL 35005
Rating 3.0/5 2 reviews City government office,City clerk's office,City courthouse,City Hall,Tourist information center
Helena City Hall
Meeting point 10.8 mi away

Helena City Hall

Helena , AL
816 Hwy 52 W, Helena, AL 35080
Rating 3.8/5 11 reviews City government office
Hoover Police Department (City Hall)
Nearby stop 10.4 mi away

Hoover Police Department (City Hall)

Hoover , AL
100 Municipal Dr, Hoover, AL 35216
Rating 2.9/5 53 reviews Municipal administration office,Police department

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Bessemer.

RAIL

Birmingham

18 mi away
1819 Morris Ave.
BUS

Brent, AL

53 mi away
10393 Alabama Highway 5
RAIL

Tuscaloosa

61 mi away
2105 Greensboro Ave
BUS

Marion, AL

92 mi away
26400 Alabama Highway 14

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between York and Madison. Straight-line distance: 176.96 mi (284.79 km).

York

#1 York

City in Alabama, United States of America

Population2,218
Coordinates32.4862500, -88.2964200
Altitude58
CountryUnited States
Madison

#2 Madison

The most populous city in Madison County, Alabama.

Population52,654
Coordinates34.6992600, -86.7483300
Altitude215
CountryUnited States
Start: 2nd Avenue (-88.296494, 32.486361)
End: Church Street (-86.748391, 34.699261)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 338 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 59m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 14m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 11m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 29m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 59m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 37m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.41 gal
28.04 L · about $28.06
Round trip
$56.12
14.82 gal · 56.08 L
Estimated CO2
65.9 kg one way
Round trip: 131.7 kg / 290 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $28.06 $56.12
Mid-grade $4.26 $31.56 $63.12
Premium $4.63 $34.27 $68.54
Diesel $5.42 $40.13 $80.25

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 12, 2026

There is no time difference between York and Madison. The current time is 18:31:16.

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.