Greenville, South Carolina to Huntsville, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

238 miles 383 km · straight line
297.5 miles estimated 478.8 km · driving distance
5h 59min estimated drive time
$29 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
269° W bearing direction

How far is Greenville, South Carolina from Huntsville, Alabama?

The distance from Greenville, South Carolina to Huntsville, Alabama is 238 miles (383 km) as the crow flies. Huntsville, Alabama is located W of Greenville, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 297.5 miles, taking about 5h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Greenville, South Carolina in South Carolina and Huntsville, Alabama in Alabama.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Greenville, South Carolina 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.

How to Get from Greenville, South Carolina to Huntsville, Alabama

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 59min $29 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 11min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 41min $36–$104* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Greenville, South Carolina & Huntsville, Alabama

Quick Facts

Greenville, South Carolina
34.85°N, 82.39°W
America/New_York
296m elevation
Huntsville, Alabama
34.73°N, 86.59°W
America/Chicago
193m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 104.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients