Origin
Ashford, AL
Late night in Ashford on Tuesday
Local time
5:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ashford, AL to Madrid, AL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
20.7 mi
33 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ashford, AL
www.kaboompics.com
Madrid, AL
Miguel Cuenca
Trip Overview
Ashford to Madrid is 20.7 miles and takes about 29 minutes via US 84, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within Alabama's Southeast region, offering a straightforward local connection. It's a quick hop that's perfect for a leisurely morning departure or an afternoon errand. If you're looking for a simple, uncomplicated journey between these two points, this route fits the bill without requiring extensive planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Oates Street | 8.7 mi | 10m |
| US 84 | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| East Saunders Road | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Forrester Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Decatur Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Broadway Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Oates Street
— 8.7 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ashford, AL and Madrid, AL.
1
Start on CR 55
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
North Broadway Street
2
Turn right onto US 84
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
·
US 84
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 84
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
US 84
Use the left lane.
4
Turn slight left onto Forrester Road
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Forrester Road
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on East Saunders Road
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
East Saunders Road
6
Turn left onto US 231
8.7 mi
·
10 min
·
South Oates Street
7
Turn left onto Decatur Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Decatur Road
Use the left lane.
8
Arrive at destination
Decatur Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 19.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 84
Turn right onto US 84
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
Forrester Road
Turn slight left onto Forrester Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
19.9 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
Decatur Road
Turn left onto Decatur Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.13 one way
$6.25 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.43 | $6.86 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.72 | $7.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.57 | $9.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.17 | $0.99 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.81 | $0.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.90 | $1.32 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Madrid, AL
Late night in Madrid on Tuesday
Local time
5:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
29m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 20.7-mile trip. With only 27% of the route on highways, you'll primarily navigate local roads, including South Oates Street and East Saunders Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 8.7 miles on South Oates Street. The road's character shifts frequently as you make your way through the area, so be prepared for numerous turns and adjustments rather than long, steady cruising.
Only 27% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.7 mi on South Oates Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 84.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Ashford, AL to Madrid, AL is easy. At 29m with 27% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 84): Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles (Forrester Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.9 miles (Decatur Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 20.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (27%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.7 miles on South Oates Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 84): Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles (Forrester Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.9 miles (Decatur Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Madrid, AL before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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