Trip from Madison, AL to Bynum, AL

Data updated 42 minutes ago

Drive Time

2h 44m

Distance

117.5 mi

189 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min

4 AM

2h 33m ★

6 AM

2h 44m

8 AM

3h 5m

10 AM

2h 52m

12 PM

2h 49m

3 PM

2h 53m

5 PM

3h 4m

8 PM

2h 38m

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

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Trip Overview

Spanning 117.5 miles across Alabama, this trip from Madison to Bynum is a straightforward journey that fits perfectly into a single day of travel. You should budget approximately 2 hours and 44 minutes of drive time, making it an ideal choice if you want to reach your destination without the fatigue of a multi-day trek. With an estimated fuel cost of $18, it is an economical excursion that keeps your travel expenses low. The route stays entirely within the Southeast region, ensuring a consistent environment as you navigate from Madison down to Bynum. Because this is a compact trip, you can easily complete it in one go without the need for an overnight stay, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

58.8 miles from Madison, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate using a series of local connectors, including Mill Road, Hughes Road, and Madison Boulevard, which keep you engaged behind the wheel. Because the drive relies on local roads, the pace is significantly slower and more technical than a typical highway sprint. You won't find long, uninterrupted stretches here; instead, the character of the road changes frequently as you maneuver through local turn-heavy sections. Stay focused on your navigation, as the lack of highway infrastructure means you will be managing consistent turns throughout the entire 117.5-mile journey.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Governors Drive Southwest is the longest continuous segment at about 36.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.9 miles in.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 117.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 9.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.3 miles (US 231; US 431 / Memorial Parkway Southwest): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles (US 431): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

9.9 mi into trip | ~13m in

Take the exit toward US 231 South, US 431 South: Memorial Parkway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 231 South, US 431 South: Memorial Par...

10.3 mi into trip | ~14m in | US 231; US 431 / Memorial Parkway Southwest

Merge onto US 231; US 431 / Memorial Parkway Southwest

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

10.7 mi into trip | ~14m in | US 431

Keep slight right at fork onto US 431 toward Governors Drive

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward Governors Drive

78.4 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in | 5th Avenue Northwest

Turn right onto 5th Avenue Northwest

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

107.7 mi into trip | ~2h 29m in | CR 109 / Bynum Leatherwood Road

Enter roundabout onto CR 109 / Bynum Leatherwood Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Governors Drive Southwest	36.3 mi	45m
Florida Short Route	28.1 mi	40m
Chastain Boulevard East	18.7 mi	22m
West Meighan Boulevard	9 mi	15m
Bynum Leatherwood Road	6.4 mi	9m
I 565	5.2 mi	5m
Madison Boulevard	2.6 mi	3m
Gunter Avenue	2.5 mi	4m

Longest stretch: Governors Drive Southwest — 36.3 mi, about 45m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Church Street

70 ft · 3 sec · Church Street

Turn right onto Mill Road

0.3 mi · 47 sec · Mill Road

Turn right onto Hughes Road

1.3 mi · 2 min · Hughes Road

At end of road, turn left onto Madison Boulevard

2.6 mi · 3 min · Madison Boulevard

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min

Merge onto I 565; US 72 Alternate

5.2 mi · 5 min · I 565; US 72 Alternate

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 21 sec

Toward US 231 South, US 431 South: Memorial Parkway

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 26 sec · this road

Exit 19A Toward US 231 South, US 431 South: Memorial Parkway

Merge onto US 231; US 431

0.4 mi · 32 sec · Memorial Parkway Southwest

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 431

0.3 mi · 33 sec · US 431

Toward Governors Drive Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto US 431

36 mi · 45 min · Governors Drive Southwest

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 431; AL 79

2.5 mi · 4 min · Gunter Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 431

28 mi · 40 min · Florida Short Route

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn slight left onto 4th Street Northwest

0.5 mi · 53 sec · 4th Street Northwest

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto 5th Avenue Northwest

1.4 mi · 3 min · 5th Avenue Northwest

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 278; US 431

9.0 mi · 15 min · West Meighan Boulevard

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 431

19 mi · 22 min · Chastain Boulevard East

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto CR 109

0.3 mi · 29 sec · Bynum Leatherwood Road

Enter roundabout onto CR 109

128 ft · 2 sec · Bynum Leatherwood Road

Continue on CR 109

5.3 mi · 7 min · Bynum Leatherwood Road

Keep slight left at fork onto CR 109

0.8 mi · 1 min · Bynum Leatherwood Road

Turn right onto AL 202

1.3 mi · 2 min · Albert P Brewer Highway

Turn right onto Old State Route 202

0.4 mi · 34 sec · Old State Route 202

Turn right onto Bynum Boulevard

2.1 mi · 3 min · Bynum Boulevard

Arrive at destination

Bynum Boulevard

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs, as the continuous turns on local roads can be more taxing than interstate driving. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, though the $18 estimate should cover you comfortably for the full duration. Because you are avoiding major highways, be prepared for varying speed limits and local traffic patterns that might fluctuate more than they would on a standard interstate. Prioritize your route navigation before leaving Madison to ensure you stay on track through the winding local segments.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 58.8 miles from Madison, AL, or about 1h 19m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.3 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles or 1h 51m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 58.8 miles or 1h 19m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 15m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bynum, AL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Madison, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Madison, AL

This is one driving day of about 117.5 miles and 2h 44m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Madison, AL.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Governors Drive Southwest for about 36.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 58.8 mi from Madison, AL · 1h 19m into the drive

town in Blount County, Alabama, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Blountsville, AL

59 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Centre, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Blountsville, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 58.8 miles from Madison, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Bynum, AL

The final approach into Bynum, AL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bynum, AL.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$17.75 one way

$35.49 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 41 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$19.48	$38.96
premium	$4.56	$21.09	$42.18
diesel	$5.61	$25.94	$51.89

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 41.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	35.3	$12.34	$5.64
Efficient EV	29.4	$10.28	$4.70
EV Truck/SUV	47	$16.45	$7.52

Gas CO2

41 kg

EV CO2

14 kg (66% 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 data refreshed 15 minutes ago

Origin

Madison, AL

Night in Madison on Tuesday

Local time

10:22 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bynum, AL

Night in Bynum on Tuesday

Local time

10:22 PM

CDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

32 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

2h 44m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Madison, AL to Bynum, AL covers 117.5 miles and takes about 2h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Governors Drive Southwest, Florida Short Route, Chastain Boulevard East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 58.8 miles from Madison, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.75 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The route from Madison, AL to Bynum, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Madison, AL to Bynum, AL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Bynum, AL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Madison, AL

Bynum, AL

Same local time

32 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 44m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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