Origin
Trinity, AL
Late night in Trinity on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Trinity, AL to Madison, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
34m
Distance
24.1 mi
39 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trinity, AL
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Madison, AL
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Trip Overview
Traveling between Trinity and Madison, Alabama, is a straightforward 24.1-mile journey that typically takes about 34 minutes to complete. Because of the short distance, you can easily complete this trip in a single day, making it an ideal choice for a quick morning or afternoon commute. You will navigate a mix of roads, primarily utilizing I-565, the Joe Wheeler Highway, and the Huntsville-Decatur Highway. With current fuel costs estimated at $4, this is a very budget-friendly trip that requires no overnight stops. Since both towns are located within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent local atmosphere throughout the entire drive. It is a practical, efficient route that serves as a reliable link between these two Alabama communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 565 | 8.8 mi | 9m |
| Joe Wheeler Highway | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Huntsville-Decatur Highway | 3 mi | 3m |
| Wilson Street Northwest | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| 6th Avenue Northeast | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| North Seneca Drive | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Sullivan Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Church Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 565
— 8.8 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Trinity, AL and Madison, AL.
1
Start on Lile Street
110 ft
·
11 sec
·
Lile Street
2
Turn left onto North Seneca Drive
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
North Seneca Drive
3
Turn right onto US 72 Alternate; AL 20
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Joe Wheeler Highway
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 72 Alternate; AL 20
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Wilson Street Northwest
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left onto US 31; US 72 Alternate; AL 20
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
6th Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on US 72 Alternate; AL 20
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Huntsville-Decatur Highway
Toward Huntsville
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on I 565; US 72 Alternate
8.8 mi
·
9 min
·
I 565; US 72 Alternate
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 9
Toward Madison Boulevard, Wall-Triana Highway
9
Keep slight left at fork
467 ft
·
9 sec
Exit 9
Toward Madison
Use the left lane.
10
Turn straight onto Wall Triana Highway
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Wall Triana Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Continue on Sullivan Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Sullivan Street
12
Turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
13
Continue on Church Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Church Street
14
Arrive at destination
Church Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 22.1 — 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
|
North Seneca Drive
Turn left onto North Seneca Drive
Navigation decision point
4
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 72 Alternate; AL 20 / Joe Wheeler Highway
Turn right onto US 72 Alternate; AL 20 / Joe Wheeler Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
8.1 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 31; US 72 Alternate; AL 20 / 6th Avenue Northeast
Turn left onto US 31; US 72 Alternate; AL 20 / 6th Avenue Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
21.8 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward Madison Boulevard, Wall-Triana Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 9
Toward Madison Boulevard, Wall-Triana Highway
9
22.1 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Madison
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Exit 9
Toward Madison
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.64 one way
$7.28 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.00 | $7.99 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.33 | $8.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.32 | $10.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.53 | $1.16 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.11 | $0.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.37 | $1.54 |
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.
Destination
Madison, AL
Late night in Madison on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
34m 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 drive features a mixed profile that transitions between local roads and faster highway segments. You will spend roughly 37% of your time on highways, providing a balanced experience that avoids the monotony of a purely interstate route. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-565, spanning 8.8 miles where you can settle into a steady cruising speed. As you transition from the Joe Wheeler Highway and Huntsville-Decatur Highway onto the interstate, the pace of the drive shifts accordingly. Expect a functional road environment that moves you efficiently toward your destination without the complexity of technical terrain or winding mountain passes.
37% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.8 mi on I 565.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Seneca Drive.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 24.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 34m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Seneca Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (US 72 Alternate; AL 20 / Joe Wheeler Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles (US 31; US 72 Alternate; AL 20 / 6th Avenue Northeast): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
705 ft
563 ft
Total Climb
271 ft
Total Descent
203 ft
Highest Point
705 ft
~24.1 mi in
Elevation Range
142 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Trinity, AL and Madison, AL, road signs point toward Huntsville and Wall-Triana Highway.
Huntsville
10 mi in
|
~16m
|
via US 72 Alternate; AL 20
Wall-Triana Highway
21.8 mi in
|
~30m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 34m. Total distance: 24.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (37%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.8 miles on I 565. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Madison, AL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 (North Seneca Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (US 72 Alternate; AL 20 / Joe Wheeler Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles (US 31; US 72 Alternate; AL 20 / 6th Avenue Northeast): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Madison, 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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