Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
20.2 mi
33 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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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Moores Mill, AL
Erwin Bosman
Madison, AL to Moores Mill, AL is 20.2 miles and takes about 29 minutes via I 565 and Moores Mill Road Northeast, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, straightforward drive within the Southeast region, entirely within Alabama. It's a practical option for a quick trip, offering a mixed driving experience that's easily manageable. Plan for a brief journey that requires minimal preparation.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 565 | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| Moores Mill Road Northeast | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Madison Boulevard | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Moores Mill Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Hughes Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Mill Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Church Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Madison, AL and Moores Mill, 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
Turn left onto Moores Mill Road Northeast
Continue on CH 53
Turn left
Turn right
Turn slight left
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 20.2 — 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
Turn right onto Hughes Road
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto Madison Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 565; US 72 Alternate
Merge point - match speed before joining
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$3.05 one way
$6.10 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.35 | $6.70 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.63 | $7.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.46 | $8.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.1 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 | 6.1 | 0 | $2.12 | $0.97 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.77 | $0.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.29 |
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 Tuesday
Local time
4:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Late night in Moores Mill on Tuesday
Local time
4:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
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 offers a mixed drive, with about 50% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a 10.2-mile stretch on I 565, providing a good opportunity to pick up speed. As you transition to Moores Mill Road Northeast and Madison Boulevard, the character shifts to more local road driving. This blend means you'll encounter both faster-paced interstate segments and slower, more community-focused sections.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Mill Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 29m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mill Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Hughes Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (Madison Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 20.2 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 (50%). Straightforward navigation.
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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