How far is Decatur, AL from Hazel Green, AL?
The driving distance from Decatur, AL to Hazel Green, AL is about 39 miles (62.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.4 miles (52.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m 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 00h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Madison County, Alabama.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Decatur and Hazel Green.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur and Hazel Green.
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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 · 57 sec · Lee Street Northeast
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 6th Avenue Northeast
2.2 mi · 3 min · 6th Avenue Northeast
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Continue on Huntsville-Decatur Highway
3 mi · 4 min · Huntsville-Decatur Highway
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Continue straight
18.8 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 231 North, US 431 North: Memorial Parkway
1510 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 231 North, US 431 North: Memorial Parkway
2336 ft · 56 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 72 West: University Drive
155 m · 11 sec
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Continue on Memorial Parkway Northwest
140 m · 10 sec · Memorial Parkway Northwest
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Continue straight
2174 ft · 28 sec
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Take the exit straight
133 m · 11 sec
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Merge slight left onto Memorial Parkway Northwest
13.1 mi · 16 min · Memorial Parkway Northwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · U.S. 231
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Decatur and Hazel Green.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Huntsville-Decatur Highway
Continue straight
18.8 mi · 00h 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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Decatur and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hazel Green.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Decatur to Hazel Green?
The road trip is about 39 miles (62.7 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Madison is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.5 miles from Decatur and 19.5 miles from Hazel Green.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.4 miles (52.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 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 4:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.87 one way or $11.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Decatur and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hazel Green.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Decatur and Hazel Green. Straight-line distance: 32.46 mi (52.24 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 Hazel Green
Unincorporated community in Alabama
| Population | 3,630 |
| Coordinates | 34.9323100, -86.5719400 |
| Altitude | 242 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hazel Green (-86.57194, 34.93231)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.87 | $11.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.60 | $13.20 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.17 | $14.34 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.39 | $16.79 |
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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