Huntsville, Alabama to Poplar Bluff: Road Trip Guide & Distance

255.3 miles 410.8 km · straight line
319.1 miles estimated 513.5 km · driving distance
6h 25min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
304° NW bearing direction

How far is Huntsville, Alabama from Poplar Bluff?

The distance from Huntsville, Alabama to Poplar Bluff is 255.3 miles (410.8 km) as the crow flies. Poplar Bluff is located NW of Huntsville, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 319.1 miles, taking about 6h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Huntsville, Alabama in Alabama and Poplar Bluff in Missouri.

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 Huntsville, Alabama and Poplar Bluff. 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 Huntsville, Alabama to Poplar Bluff

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 25min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 42min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 6min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Huntsville, Alabama & Poplar Bluff

Quick Facts

Huntsville, Alabama
34.73°N, 86.59°W
America/Chicago
193m elevation
Poplar Bluff
36.76°N, 90.39°W
America/Chicago
110m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients