How far is Andalusia, AL from Decatur, AL?
The driving distance from Andalusia, AL to Decatur, AL is about 264.7 miles (426 km), with a travel time of about 03h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 229.7 miles (369.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 53m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Chilton County, Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Andalusia and Decatur.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Andalusia and Decatur.
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Start on Court Square
57 m · 6 sec · Court Square
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Exit the roundabout onto Church Street
1420 ft · 31 sec · Church Street
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Turn right onto River Falls Street
2301 ft · 1 min · River Falls Street
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Continue on River Falls Road
573 ft · 16 sec · River Falls Road
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Continue on River Falls Street
1808 ft · 50 sec · River Falls Street
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Continue on River Falls Street
529 ft · 21 sec · River Falls Street
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Continue on River Falls Street
3.8 mi · 6 min · River Falls Street
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Turn right
17.9 mi · 21 min
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Continue on Mobile Road
9.3 mi · 11 min · Mobile Road
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Take the ramp right
1486 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
218.5 mi · 3 hr 59 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 67: Decatur, Priceville, Somerville
2021 ft · 51 sec
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Turn left onto Point Mallard Parkway Southeast
4.5 mi · 7 min · Point Mallard Parkway Southeast
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Turn right onto 6th Avenue Southeast
3 mi · 6 min · 6th Avenue Southeast
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Continue on 6th Avenue Northeast
580 ft · 15 sec · 6th Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast
1085 ft · 38 sec · Lee Street Northeast
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Turn right
25 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Andalusia and Decatur.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Mobile Road
Merge slight left
218 mi · 03h 59m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Andalusia and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Decatur.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Andalusia to Decatur?
The road trip is about 264.7 miles (426 km) and usually takes 03h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Clanton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 129.9 miles from Andalusia and 134.8 miles from Decatur.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 229.7 miles (369.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 35 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:14 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.37 one way or $70.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 83 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Andalusia and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Decatur.
Stop Ideas Near Clanton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Clanton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Andalusia and Decatur. Straight-line distance: 229.7 mi (369.67 km).
#1 Andalusia
City in Covington County, Alabama, USA
| Population | 8,677 |
| Coordinates | 31.3080800, -86.4824300 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Decatur
The most populous city in Morgan County, Alabama.
| Population | 54,381 |
| Coordinates | 34.6059300, -86.9833400 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-86.983514, 34.605804)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 426 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $35.37 | $70.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $39.78 | $79.56 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $43.20 | $86.40 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $50.58 | $101.15 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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