Dayton to Madison, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

376.8 miles 606.4 km · straight line
452.2 miles estimated 727.7 km · driving distance
9h 6min estimated drive time
$44 - $54 estimated fuel cost
~1h 15min flight time
203° SSW bearing direction

How far is Dayton from Madison, Alabama?

The distance from Dayton to Madison, Alabama is 376.8 miles (606.4 km) as the crow flies. Madison, Alabama is located SSW of Dayton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 452.2 miles, taking about 9h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Dayton in Ohio 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 Dayton 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 Dayton to Madison, Alabama

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 6min $44 - $54 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 55min $36–$68* Budget
Train ~8h 39min $54–$158* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dayton & Madison, Alabama

Quick Facts

Dayton
39.76°N, 84.19°W
America/New_York
225m 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 126 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 66.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients