Aiken to Huntsville, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Aiken from Huntsville, Alabama?

The distance from Aiken to Huntsville, Alabama is 289.7 miles (466.3 km) as the crow flies. Huntsville, Alabama is located WNW of Aiken. By car, the driving distance is approximately 362.2 miles, taking about 7h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Aiken in South Carolina and Huntsville, Alabama in Alabama.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Aiken and Huntsville, Alabama. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.