Madison, Alabama to Roswell, Georgia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

143.9 miles 231.6 km · straight line
179.9 miles estimated 289.5 km · driving distance
3h 37min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
108° ESE bearing direction

How far is Madison, Alabama from Roswell, Georgia?

The distance from Madison, Alabama to Roswell, Georgia is 143.9 miles (231.6 km) as the crow flies. Roswell, Georgia is located ESE of Madison, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 179.9 miles, taking about 3h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Madison, Alabama in Alabama and Roswell, Georgia in Georgia.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Roswell, Georgia. 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 Roswell, Georgia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 37min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 20min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 26min $22–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Madison, Alabama & Roswell, Georgia

Quick Facts

Madison, Alabama
34.70°N, 86.75°W
America/Chicago
215m elevation
Roswell, Georgia
34.02°N, 84.36°W
America/New_York
328m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 173 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients