Louisville to Madison, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

251.6 miles 404.9 km · straight line
287.7 miles actual route 463 km · driving distance
5h 23min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
193° SSW bearing direction

How far is Louisville from Madison, Alabama?

The distance from Louisville to Madison, Alabama is 251.6 miles (404.9 km) as the crow flies. Madison, Alabama is located SSW of Louisville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 287.7 miles, taking about 5h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Louisville in Kentucky and Madison, 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 Louisville and Madison, Alabama. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Louisville to Madison, Alabama

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 23min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 28min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 7min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Louisville & Madison, Alabama

Quick Facts

Louisville
38.25°N, 85.76°W
America/New_York
142m 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 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 99 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM