How far is Decatur, AL from Vernon, AL?
The driving distance from Decatur, AL to Vernon, AL is about 110.2 miles (177.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.1 miles (140.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 43m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 21m.
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.
Town in Alabama, United States also known as Burchamsville
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Decatur and Vernon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur and Vernon.
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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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Continue on 2nd Avenue Northeast
795 ft · 39 sec · 2nd Avenue Northeast
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Turn right onto Moulton Street East
1.9 mi · 4 min · Moulton Street East
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Continue on Gordon Terry Parkway
7.5 mi · 9 min · Gordon Terry Parkway
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Continue straight
2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
33.4 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 43: Russellville, Muscle Shoals, Hamilton
1144 ft · 24 sec
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Turn left onto Andrew Jackson Highway
6.7 mi · 8 min · Andrew Jackson Highway
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Turn right onto Andrew Jackson Highway
6.6 mi · 8 min · Andrew Jackson Highway
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Continue on U.S. Highway 43
2.8 mi · 3 min · U.S. Highway 43
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Continue on Andrew Jackson Highway
14.6 mi · 17 min · Andrew Jackson Highway
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Turn right
34.1 mi · 49 min
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Turn left onto Columbus Avenue Northeast
20 m · 2 sec · Columbus Avenue Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Columbus Avenue Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Decatur and Vernon.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Longest stretch
Turn right
34.1 mi · 00h 49m
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.
Sunny leaving Decatur and Sunny near Vernon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Decatur to Vernon?
The road trip is about 110.2 miles (177.4 km) and usually takes 02h 21m 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?
Phil Campbell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.1 miles from Decatur and 55.1 miles from Vernon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.1 miles (140.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.1 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 1:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.73 one way or $29.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Decatur and Sunny near Vernon.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Decatur and Vernon. Straight-line distance: 87.06 mi (140.11 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 Vernon
City in Lamar County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 1,843 |
| Coordinates | 33.7570500, -88.1089200 |
| Altitude | 91 |
| Country | United States |
End: Vernon (-88.10892, 33.75705)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 177 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $14.73 | $29.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $16.57 | $33.14 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $17.99 | $35.98 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $21.06 | $42.13 |
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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