Athens, Alabama to Madison, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

14.5 miles 23.4 km · straight line
18.9 miles estimated 30.4 km · driving distance
23min estimated drive time
$2 - $2 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
119° ESE bearing direction

How far is Athens, Alabama from Madison, Alabama?

The distance from Athens, Alabama to Madison, Alabama is 14.5 miles (23.4 km) as the crow flies. Madison, Alabama is located ESE of Athens, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 18.9 miles, taking about 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Athens, Alabama and Madison, 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.

How to Get from Athens, Alabama to Madison, Alabama

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 23min $2 - $2 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Athens, Alabama
34.80°N, 86.97°W
America/Chicago
220m elevation
Madison, Alabama
34.70°N, 86.75°W
America/Chicago
215m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 5 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients