Origin
Madison, AL
Evening in Madison on Sunday
Local time
6:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Madison, AL to East Brewton, AL
Drive Time
5h 22m
Distance
283.6 mi
456 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 9m
★
6 AM
5h 23m
8 AM
5h 50m
10 AM
5h 32m
12 PM
5h 29m
3 PM
5h 33m
5 PM
5h 48m
8 PM
5h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Madison, AL
Muhammad Nabeel
East Brewton, AL
Jamie Kimball
Trip Overview
Traveling from Madison to East Brewton covers 283.6 miles of Alabama landscape, a journey that typically takes about 5 hours and 22 minutes. Because this is a straightforward, highway-focused drive, it is easily manageable as a single-day trip. You will primarily utilize I-65, US 31, and I-565 to navigate across the state. Budgeting approximately $43 for fuel should keep you moving comfortably throughout the trip. Since both your start and end points are within the Southeast region, you will remain in familiar territory as you head south toward the Florida border. Overall, this route is highly efficient for those looking to reach their destination without the need for an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
141.8 miles from Madison, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient transit, as 98% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-65, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 245 miles that defines the character of the trip. While the drive is largely a highway-focused grind, the transition from the northern part of the state toward the southern region keeps the experience consistent. Because the road is designed for speed and directness, you can maintain a steady pace for nearly the entire duration of the 5-hour drive. Prepare for a predictable, straightforward experience that prioritizes travel time over winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 245 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 31. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near Sullivan Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 283.6 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 0.6 miles (Sullivan Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Sullivan Street
Turn sharp left onto Sullivan Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
10.8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 65 South: Birmingham
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 1
Toward I 65 South: Birmingham
8
85.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 265
Toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
7
85.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 22 West: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 22 West: Memphis
7
86.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Montgomery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Montgomery
Towns Along This Route
Between Madison, AL and East Brewton, AL, road signs point toward Fultondale, Montgomery and Monroeville.
Fultondale
85.3 mi in
|
~1h 34m
Montgomery
86.3 mi in
|
~1h 35m
Monroeville
258 mi in
|
~4h 44m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 245 mi | 4h 27m |
| US 31 | 23.5 mi | 35m |
| I 565 | 8.5 mi | 9m |
| Sullivan Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| US 84 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Forrest Avenue | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Mildred Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Church Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 245 mi, about 4h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison, AL and East Brewton, AL.
1
Start on Church Street
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Church Street
2
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
this road
3
Continue on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Main Street
4
Turn sharp left onto Sullivan Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Sullivan Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Continue on Wall Triana Highway
454 ft
·
11 sec
·
Wall Triana Highway
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward 565: Decatur
7
Merge onto I 565; US 72 Alt
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
I 565; US 72 Alt
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 1
Toward I 65: Birmingham, Nashville
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1
Toward I 65 South: Birmingham
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 65
74 mi
·
1 hr 18 min
·
I 65
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 265
Toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 22 West: Memphis
Use the straight lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Montgomery
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 65
171 mi
·
3 hr 8 min
·
I 65
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 84: Evergreen, Monroeville
16
Turn left
97 ft
·
7 sec
17
Turn left onto US 84
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
US 84
18
Turn right onto Conecuh County 58
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Conecuh County 58
19
Turn straight onto US 31
23 mi
·
35 min
·
US 31
20
Turn left onto US 29; AL 41
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Mildred Street
21
Continue on US 29; AL 41
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
Forrest Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
US 29; AL 41
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 283.6-mile trek, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Since the route relies heavily on I-65, keep a close watch on traffic patterns near major urban intersections where congestion can suddenly shift your arrival time. Leaving early in the morning is your best bet to avoid peak traffic hours and ensure you reach East Brewton before the day ends. Given the $43 fuel estimate, it is wise to fill up before you hit the longest 245-mile stretch to avoid paying premium prices at remote service stations. Flexibility is a major advantage here, as the lack of complex navigation allows you to easily adjust your departure based on local weather or traffic reports.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 141.8 miles from Madison, AL, or about 2h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 245 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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 141.8 miles or 2h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Brewton, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Madison, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 283.6 miles and 5h 22m.
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 I 65 for about 245 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 141.8 mi from Madison, AL · 2h 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
142 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 141.8 miles from Madison, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 245 miles.
Arriving in East Brewton, AL
The final approach into East Brewton, 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 East Brewton, AL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$43.36 one way
$86.71 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
99 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $47.55 | $95.11 |
| premium | $4.61 | $51.47 | $102.94 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $63.01 | $126.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 85.1 | 1 | $29.78 | $13.61 |
| Efficient EV | 70.9 | 0 | $24.82 | $11.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 113.4 | 1 | $39.70 | $18.15 |
Gas CO2
99 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
East Brewton, AL
Evening in East Brewton on Sunday
Local time
6:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
86°F
Columbiana, AL
142 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
5h 22m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 East Brewton, AL covers 283.6 miles and takes about 5h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, US 31, I 565. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 141.8 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 $43.36 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 283.6 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Sullivan Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Madison, AL and East Brewton, AL, road signs point toward Fultondale, Montgomery and Monroeville.
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