Madison, Alabama to Spartanburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

273.7 miles 440.5 km · straight line
342.1 miles estimated 550.6 km · driving distance
6h 53min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
85° E bearing direction

How far is Madison, Alabama from Spartanburg?

The distance from Madison, Alabama to Spartanburg is 273.7 miles (440.5 km) as the crow flies. Spartanburg is located E of Madison, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 342.1 miles, taking about 6h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Madison, Alabama in Alabama and Spartanburg in South Carolina.

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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 53min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 16min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 32min $41–$120* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Madison, Alabama & Spartanburg

Quick Facts

Madison, Alabama
34.70°N, 86.75°W
America/Chicago
215m elevation
Spartanburg
34.95°N, 81.93°W
America/New_York
246m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients