How far is Decatur, AL from Fultondale, AL?
The driving distance from Decatur, AL to Fultondale, AL is about 75.5 miles (121.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70 miles (112.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 59m 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 29m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Decatur and Fultondale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur and Fultondale.
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Start on the route
130 m · 37 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Ferry Street Northeast
50 m · 9 sec · Ferry Street Northeast
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Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast
1583 ft · 53 sec · Lee Street Northeast
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 6th Avenue Northeast
580 ft · 15 sec · 6th Avenue Northeast
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Continue on 6th Avenue Southeast
3 mi · 6 min · 6th Avenue Southeast
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Turn left onto Point Mallard Parkway
4.2 mi · 6 min · Point Mallard Parkway
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Take the ramp slight right toward I-65 South: Birmingham
1944 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
65.5 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Walkers Chapel Road
2211 ft · 54 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Fultondale
83 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto Walker Chapel Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Walker Chapel Road
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Turn right onto Decatur Highway
2282 ft · 48 sec · Decatur Highway
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Turn left onto Whaley Road
1295 ft · 57 sec · Whaley Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Whaley Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Decatur and Fultondale.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-65 South
Merge slight left
65.5 mi · 01h 10m
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 Decatur and Showers And Thunderstorms near Fultondale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Decatur to Fultondale?
The road trip is about 75.5 miles (121.5 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Good Hope is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.8 miles from Decatur and 37.7 miles from Fultondale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70 miles (112.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.5 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 3:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.11 one way or $20.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Decatur and Showers And Thunderstorms near Fultondale.
Stop Ideas Near Good Hope
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 Good Hope.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Decatur and Fultondale. Straight-line distance: 70.02 mi (112.68 km).
#1 Decatur
The most populous city in Morgan County, Alabama.
| Population | 54,381 |
| Coordinates | 34.6059300, -86.9833400 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fultondale
City in Jefferson County, Alabama
| Population | 9,269 |
| Coordinates | 33.6048300, -86.7938800 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fultondale (-86.79388, 33.60483)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 122 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
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 | $10.11 | $20.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $11.37 | $22.74 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $12.35 | $24.70 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $14.46 | $28.92 |
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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