Charlotte to Madison, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

336.3 miles 541.2 km · straight line
420.7 miles actual route 677.1 km · driving distance
8h 34min estimated drive time
$40 - $50 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
265° W bearing direction

How far is Charlotte from Madison, Alabama?

The distance from Charlotte to Madison, Alabama is 336.3 miles (541.2 km) as the crow flies. Madison, Alabama is located W of Charlotte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 420.7 miles, taking about 8h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Charlotte in North Carolina and Madison, 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 Charlotte and Madison, Alabama. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Charlotte to Madison, Alabama

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 34min $40 - $50 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 17min $34–$63* Budget
Train ~8h 8min $50–$147* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charlotte & Madison, Alabama

Quick Facts

Charlotte
35.23°N, 80.84°W
America/New_York
229m 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 112 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 74 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM