How far is Bridgeport, AL from Decatur, AL?
The driving distance from Bridgeport, AL to Decatur, AL is about 92.6 miles (149.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.8 miles (122 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 34m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bridgeport and Decatur.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgeport and Decatur.
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Start on Johnson Street
11 m · 7 sec · Johnson Street
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Turn left onto Alabama Avenue
975 ft · 29 sec · Alabama Avenue
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Turn right onto 7th Street
119 m · 16 sec · 7th Street
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Turn left onto Broadway Avenue
2837 ft · 1 min · Broadway Avenue
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Continue on Lewis Payne Drive
847 ft · 23 sec · Lewis Payne Drive
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Turn right onto County Road 94
1.4 mi · 3 min · County Road 94
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Turn left onto John T Reid Parkway
10.1 mi · 12 min · John T Reid Parkway
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Continue on Lee Highway
1.3 km · 56 sec · Lee Highway
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Continue on John T Reid Parkway
2 mi · 2 min · John T Reid Parkway
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Continue on Lee Highway
2 mi · 2 min · Lee Highway
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Continue on John T Reid Parkway
69.9 mi · 1 hr 20 min · John T Reid Parkway
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Continue on Huntsville-Decatur Highway
3.5 mi · 4 min · Huntsville-Decatur Highway
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Continue on Bee Line Highway
1.6 mi · 2 min · Bee Line Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on 6th Avenue Northeast
1980 ft · 50 sec · 6th Avenue Northeast
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Turn right onto Lee Street Northeast
1040 ft · 32 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 Bridgeport and Decatur.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
John T Reid Parkway
Continue on John T Reid Parkway
69.9 mi · 01h 20m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bridgeport and 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 Bridgeport to Decatur?
The road trip is about 92.6 miles (149.1 km) and usually takes 01h 34m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Paint Rock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.4 miles from Bridgeport and 46.2 miles from Decatur.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.8 miles (122 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.38 one way or $24.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Bridgeport and Showers And Thunderstorms near Decatur.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bridgeport and Decatur. Straight-line distance: 75.78 mi (121.96 km).
#1 Bridgeport
City in Jackson County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 2,272 |
| Coordinates | 34.9475800, -85.7144200 |
| Altitude | 205 |
| 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: 149 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 09m |
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 | $12.38 | $24.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.93 | $27.85 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $15.12 | $30.25 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $17.71 | $35.41 |
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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