Huntsville, Alabama to McAlester: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Huntsville, Alabama from McAlester?

The distance from Huntsville, Alabama to McAlester is 520.8 miles (838.2 km) as the crow flies. McAlester is located W of Huntsville, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 625 miles, taking about 12h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Huntsville, Alabama in Alabama and McAlester in Oklahoma.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Huntsville, Alabama and McAlester. 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.