Madison, Alabama to Pelham: Road Trip Guide & Distance

97.7 miles 157.3 km · straight line
122.2 miles estimated 196.6 km · driving distance
2h 27min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
182° S bearing direction

How far is Madison, Alabama from Pelham?

The distance from Madison, Alabama to Pelham is 97.7 miles (157.3 km) as the crow flies. Pelham is located S of Madison, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 122.2 miles, taking about 2h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Madison, Alabama and Pelham. 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 Madison, Alabama to Pelham

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 27min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 56min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 20min $15–$43* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Madison, Alabama & Pelham

Quick Facts

Madison, Alabama
34.70°N, 86.75°W
America/Chicago
215m elevation
Pelham
33.29°N, 86.81°W
America/Chicago
153m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 254.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients