How far is Decatur, IN from Avon, IN?

The driving distance from Decatur, IN to Avon, IN is about 137.1 miles (220.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 107 miles (172.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
137.11 mi
02h 46m
Flight
106.99 mi
172.19 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
106.99 mi
Kilometers
172.19 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Road route
137.11 mi
Kilometers
220.66 km
Drive Time
02h 46m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 46m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Avon
Thu, Apr 23, 1:30 AM EDT
Return by in Decatur
Thu, Apr 23, 4:16 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Decatur
2026-04-22T22:44
Arrive Avon
Thu, Apr 23, 1:30 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 46m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:46 AM to 12:46 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:58 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Decatur
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Yorktown
IN

CDP in Virginia

From Decatur
68.5 mi
01h 23m
To Avon
68.6 mi
01h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
Wednesday

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph W
Destination
76°F
Wednesday

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
9 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Decatur and Avon.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Decatur and Avon.

  1. 1

    Start on West Monroe Street

    2422 ft · 47 sec · West Monroe Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto North 13th Street

    12.6 mi · 14 min · North 13th Street

  3. 3

    Continue on South Harrison Street

    15.1 mi · 17 min · South Harrison Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto West Votaw Street

    18.2 mi · 21 min · West Votaw Street

  5. 5

    Continue on West State Street

    9.2 mi · 12 min · West State Street

  6. 6

    Turn right onto East McGalliard Road

    10.2 mi · 16 min · East McGalliard Road

  7. 7

    Take the ramp left

    1053 ft · 28 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    39 mi · 42 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight right

    1.6 km · 1 min

  10. 10

    Continue on I 465 South, I 69 South

    1318 ft · 23 sec

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward I 465 West

    1.2 km · 1 min

  12. 12

    Continue straight

    10.9 mi · 13 min

  13. 13

    Keep slight right to continue on I 465 South

    12 mi · 15 min

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward US 36 West: Rockville Road

    1978 ft · 52 sec

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Rockville Road

    6 mi · 10 min · Rockville Road

  16. 16

    Continue on Rockville Road

    1 mi · 2 min · Rockville Road

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Rockville Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Decatur and Avon.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
17 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East McGalliard Road
50.4 mi · 37%
West Votaw Street
18.2 mi · 13%
South Harrison Street
15.1 mi · 11%
North 13th Street
12.6 mi · 9%
I 465 South
12.3 mi · 9%
I 465 West
11.6 mi · 8%
Longest Stretch

East McGalliard Road

Merge slight left

39 mi · 00h 42m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 46m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+30.1 mi
107 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Yorktown
01h 23m from Decatur
Leave By
12:58 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny leaving Decatur and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Avon.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Decatur to Avon?

The road trip is about 137.1 miles (220.7 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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?

Yorktown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.5 miles from Decatur and 68.6 miles from Avon.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 107 miles (172.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.1 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:58 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.25 one way or $36.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny around Decatur and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Avon.

Stop Ideas Near Yorktown

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Yorktown and the surrounding midpoint area.
Daleville Town Hall Park and Splash Pad
Scenic stop 3.9 mi away

Daleville Town Hall Park and Splash Pad

Daleville , IN
8029 S Walnut St, Daleville, IN 47334, United States
Rating 4.8/5 435 reviews Park
City of Muncie
Meeting point 9.4 mi away

City of Muncie

Muncie , IN
300 N High St, Muncie, IN 47305
Rating 2.6/5 14 reviews City clerk's office,City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 11.3 mi away

Housing Authority

Muncie , IN
2401 S Haddix Ave, Muncie, IN 47302
Rating 3.2/5 6 reviews Housing authority

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Yorktown.

RAIL

Connersville station

66 mi away
1012 Eastern Avenue
RAIL

Indianapolis Union Station

73 mi away
350 South Illinois Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Decatur and Avon. Straight-line distance: 106.99 mi (172.19 km).

Decatur

#1 Decatur

City in Indiana, United States

Population34,821
Coordinates40.8306000, -84.9291300
Altitude244
CountryUnited States
Avon

#2 Avon

Town in Indiana

Population19,361
Coordinates39.7628200, -86.3997200
Altitude254
CountryUnited States
Start: Decatur (-84.92913, 40.8306)
End: Avon (-86.39972, 39.76282)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 221 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 25m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 44m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 17m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 57m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 42m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.84 gal
18.31 L · about $18.25
Round trip
$36.50
9.68 gal · 36.62 L
Estimated CO2
43 kg one way
Round trip: 86 kg / 190 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $18.25 $36.50
Mid-grade $4.25 $20.58 $41.17
Premium $4.65 $22.53 $45.05
Diesel $5.30 $25.67 $51.34

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Indiana · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Decatur and Avon. The current time is 22:44:04.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.