Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
25m
Distance
19.1 mi
31 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Madison, AL
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Meridianville, AL
Muhammad Nabeel
Madison, AL to Meridianville, AL is 19.1 miles and takes about 25m via Memorial Parkway Northwest and I 565, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Alabama and the Southeast region, offering a straightforward drive for those needing to get between these two nearby communities. Given the minimal distance and quick travel time, it’s an ideal trip for a same-day excursion or even a quick errand. You won't need to worry about extensive planning for this brief transit.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Parkway Northwest | 7.6 mi | 9m |
| I 565 | 5.4 mi | 5m |
| Madison Boulevard | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Hughes Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| US 72 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Mill Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Wells Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Church Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 90 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~4,957 veh/hr typical
Quietest
1 AM
~217 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
22.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between Madison, AL and Meridianville, AL.
Start on Church Street
Turn right onto Mill Road
Turn right onto Hughes Road
At end of road, turn left onto Madison Boulevard
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 565; US 72 Alternate
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Continue on Memorial Parkway Northwest
Continue on US 72
Take the exit onto US 72
Merge onto US 72; US 231; US 431
Turn left onto Wells Road
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 10.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Mill Road
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward US 231 North, US 431 North: Memorial Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward US 231 North, US 431 North: Memorial Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward US 72 West: University Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Continue onto Memorial Parkway Northwest toward US 72 West: University Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$2.80 one way
$5.60 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.13 | $3.11 | $6.21 |
| premium | $4.49 | $3.37 | $6.75 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $4.21 | $8.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.7 | 0 | $2.01 | $0.92 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.67 | $0.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Madison on Thursday
Local time
12:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Sunny
Destination
Late night in Meridianville on Thursday
Local time
12:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
This route is mostly highway, with 71% of the drive on faster roads. You'll encounter the longest stretch of 7.6 miles on Memorial Parkway Northwest before transitioning to other main roads like I 565 and Madison Boulevard. Expect a high number of exits and merges characteristic of driving through developed areas.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Memorial Parkway Northwest and I 565. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Mill Road.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 19.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 25m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mill Road): Navigation decision point; at 10.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
318 ft
Total Descent
232 ft
Highest Point
844 ft
~16.3 mi in
Elevation Range
223 ft
Founded 1818
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.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 25m. Total distance: 19.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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