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Trip from Madison, AL to Ardmore, AL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

39m

Distance

23.1 mi

37 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 10 min
4 AM
0h 36m ★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Alabama, United States

Madison, AL

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town in Limestone County, Alabama, USA

Ardmore, AL

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Trip Overview

If you are looking to travel between Madison and Ardmore, Alabama, you are in for a quick 23.1-mile journey that takes approximately 39 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it is short enough to handle in under an hour without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via Wall Triana Highway, Ardmore Highway, and Sullivan Street to complete the transit. With fuel costs estimated at $4, it is a very budget-friendly way to move through the Southeast. Since both the origin and destination are located within Alabama, you will remain in a familiar regional environment for the entirety of your travel.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Wall Triana Highway 13.2 mi 23m
Ardmore Highway 9.2 mi 13m
Sullivan Street 0.5 mi <1m
Mill Road 0.2 mi <1m
Church Street <0.1 mi <1m
Main Street — —

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: Wall Triana Highway — 13.2 mi, about 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Madison, AL and Ardmore, AL.

1

Start on Church Street

70 ft · 7 sec · Church Street
2

Turn left onto Mill Road

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Mill Road
3

Turn right onto Sullivan Street

0.5 mi · 58 sec · Sullivan Street
4

Continue on Wall Triana Highway

12 mi · 21 min · Wall Triana Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5

Turn left

99 ft · 2 sec
6

Turn straight onto Wall Triana Highway

1.1 mi · 1 min · Wall Triana Highway
7

Turn slight left onto AL 53

9.2 mi · 13 min · Ardmore Highway
8

Arrive at destination

TN 7

Heads-up: tricky spots

2 of 2

2 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 0.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Mill Road

Turn left onto Mill Road

Navigation decision point

4
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Sullivan Street

Turn right onto Sullivan Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.49 one way

$6.98 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 8 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $3.83 $7.66
premium $4.56 $4.15 $8.29
diesel $5.61 $5.10 $10.20

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$3

Estimated CO2 emission: 8.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 6.9 0 $2.43 $1.11
Efficient EV 5.8 0 $2.02 $0.92
EV Truck/SUV 9.2 0 $3.23 $1.48

Gas CO2

8 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (63% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 12, 2026

Origin

Madison, AL

Late night in Madison on Tuesday

Local time

4:08 AM

CDT

Current temp

85°F

Sunny

S 5 to 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 12 at 10:04AM CDT until April 12 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 11 at 10:01PM CDT until April 12 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL

Destination

Ardmore, AL

Late night in Ardmore on Tuesday

Local time

4:08 AM

CDT

Current temp

83°F

Sunny

S 5 to 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 12 at 10:04AM CDT until April 12 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Huntsville AL

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 11 at 10:01PM CDT until April 12 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL

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

2 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

39m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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 rather than a monotonous highway cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will spend much of your time navigating local roads, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being a 13.2-mile segment on Wall Triana Highway. Because the path relies entirely on surface streets, you should prepare for frequent adjustments and a more hands-on driving experience. The character of the road is consistent with a local commute, requiring your full attention as you transition between the various segments of your journey.

Only 0% 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: 13.2 mi on Wall Triana Highway.

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 early in the drive near Mill Road.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Madison, AL to Ardmore, AL is easy. At 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mill Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Sullivan Street): Navigation decision point.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

898 ft 705 ft

Total Climb

337 ft

Total Descent

168 ft

Highest Point

898 ft

~22.1 mi in

Elevation Range

192 ft

About the Cities

Starting in Madison, AL

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Madison, the capital of Wisconsin, is situated on an isthmus between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona. As the anchor of the Greater Madison Area, it is home to the University of Wisconsin — Madison, one of the premier universities in the United States. It is a vibrant city known for its natural beauty, vibrant cultural scene, and academic excellence. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities such as hiking, biking, and exploring the city's many museums and art galleries. The city is also known for its diverse and delicious food options.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 39m. Total distance: 23.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

39m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 13.2 miles on Wall Triana Highway. 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: near the start (Mill Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Sullivan Street): Navigation decision point.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ardmore, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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