How far is Decatur, AL from Saks, AL?
The driving distance from Decatur, AL to Saks, AL is about 103.6 miles (166.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 90.6 miles (145.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 58m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 29m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Blount County, Alabama, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Decatur and Saks.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur and Saks.
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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
4.1 mi · 6 min · Point Mallard Parkway
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Continue on Point Mallard Drive
34.8 mi · 48 min · Point Mallard Drive
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Turn right
1.2 km · 1 min
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Turn left
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
19.5 mi · 27 min
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Continue on US 278
1.6 mi · 2 min · US 278
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Continue on Thompson Bridge Road
157 m · 8 sec · Thompson Bridge Road
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Continue on US 278
2.9 mi · 4 min · US 278
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Turn right
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Turn slight left onto 4th Street Northwest
2497 ft · 54 sec · 4th Street Northwest
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Turn right onto 5th Avenue Northwest
1.4 mi · 3 min · 5th Avenue Northwest
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Continue on West Meighan Boulevard
9 mi · 15 min · West Meighan Boulevard
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Continue on Chastain Boulevard East
18.8 mi · 22 min · Chastain Boulevard East
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Continue straight
2131 ft · 33 sec
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Continue straight
2085 ft · 35 sec
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Continue straight
2489 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto Saks Road
1.4 km · 1 min · Saks Road
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Turn right onto West 44th Street
86 m · 18 sec · West 44th Street
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Turn left onto Skyline Drive
1165 ft · 54 sec · Skyline Drive
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Turn right onto West 42nd Street
72 m · 10 sec · West 42nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 42nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Decatur and Saks.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Point Mallard Drive
Continue on Point Mallard Drive
34.8 mi · 00h 48m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Decatur and Showers And Thunderstorms near Saks.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Decatur to Saks?
The road trip is about 103.6 miles (166.7 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Snead is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.8 miles from Decatur and 51.8 miles from Saks.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 90.6 miles (145.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 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 1:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.86 one way or $27.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Decatur and Showers And Thunderstorms near Saks.
Stop Ideas Near Snead
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 Snead.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Decatur and Saks. Straight-line distance: 90.58 mi (145.78 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 Saks
Unincorporated community in Alabama
| Population | 10,744 |
| Coordinates | 33.6987100, -85.8396900 |
| Altitude | 250 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saks (-85.83969, 33.69871)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 167 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 17m |
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 | $13.86 | $27.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $15.59 | $31.18 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $16.93 | $33.86 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $19.82 | $39.64 |
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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