Origin
Rehobeth, AL
Morning in Rehobeth on Tuesday
Local time
10:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rehobeth, 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
14m
Distance
10.2 mi
16 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rehobeth, AL
Sebastian Luna
Madrid, AL
Miguel Cuenca
Trip Overview
Rehobeth to Madrid is 10.2 miles and takes about 14 minutes via US 231, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within Alabama, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Given its minimal distance and duration, this trip is perfect for a quick hop between locations without requiring extensive planning. It's a straightforward journey that won't eat up much of your day, making it ideal for those looking for efficiency or a brief excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 231 | 5 mi | 5m |
| AL 109 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| AL 605 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Decatur Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Malvern Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 231
— 5 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rehobeth, AL and Madrid, AL.
1
Start on Malvern Road
170 ft
·
6 sec
·
Malvern Road
2
Turn right onto AL 605
478 ft
·
9 sec
·
AL 605
3
Turn slight right onto AL 605
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
AL 605
4
Turn left onto AL 109
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
AL 109
5
Take the ramp
198 ft
·
5 sec
6
Merge onto US 231
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
US 231
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
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 9.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
AL 605
Turn right onto AL 605
Navigation decision point
3
1.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
AL 109
Turn left onto AL 109
Navigation decision point
3
4.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 231
Merge onto US 231
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
9.4 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
Decatur Road
Turn left onto Decatur Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.54 one way
$3.08 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $1.69 | $3.38 |
| premium | $4.56 | $1.83 | $3.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.25 | $4.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.07 | $0.49 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.89 | $0.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.65 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Morning in Madrid on Tuesday
Local time
10:20 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
14m 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?
This route is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 91% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll spend most of your time on US 231, AL 109, and AL 605. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is about 5 miles on US 231, offering a consistent pace for a good portion of the trip. Expect a smooth, direct experience with minimal deviation from main thoroughfares, making it a no-fuss drive.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5 mi on US 231.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 231 and AL 109. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AL 605.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 14m drive. You will face about 4 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 (AL 605): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (AL 109): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (US 231): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Rehobeth Walking Trail
Park
Near the start, right off the route
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Rehobeth Public Park
Park
Near the start, right off the route
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Hours: 24/7
Rehobeth Walking Trail
Park
Near the start, right off the route
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Taylor Pine Tree Preserve
Park
Near the start, short detour
2.3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Taylor, AL
Hours: 24/7
Paulk Rd Cow Farm
Park
Near the start, short detour
2.3 mi from route
~6 min detour
The Dothan National Golf Club & Hotel
Hotel
Around the midpoint, short detour
7min in
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Visit website
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 14m. Total distance: 10.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5 miles on US 231. 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 (AL 605): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (AL 109): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (US 231): Merge point - match speed before joining.
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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