Huntsville, Alabama to Upper Alton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Huntsville, Alabama from Upper Alton?

The distance from Huntsville, Alabama to Upper Alton is 349.7 miles (562.8 km) as the crow flies. Upper Alton is located NNW of Huntsville, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 419.7 miles, taking about 8h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Huntsville, Alabama in Alabama and Upper Alton in Illinois.

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 Huntsville, Alabama and Upper Alton. 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.