How far is Decatur, IN from North Madison, IN?
The driving distance from Decatur, IN to North Madison, IN is about 167.1 miles (268.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 144.7 miles (232.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 43m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 51m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Township in Henry County, Indiana
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Decatur and North Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur and North Madison.
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Start on West Monroe Street
2422 ft · 47 sec · West Monroe Street
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Turn left onto North 13th Street
12.6 mi · 14 min · North 13th Street
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Continue on South Harrison Street
15.1 mi · 17 min · South Harrison Street
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Turn right onto West Votaw Street
18.2 mi · 21 min · West Votaw Street
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Continue on West State Street
7.6 mi · 9 min · West State Street
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Take the exit slight right toward US 35 South, SR 3 South, SR 67 South: Indianapolis
7.3 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 3: New Castle, Muncie
1658 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left
25 mi · 37 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Washington Street
1458 ft · 25 sec · Washington Street
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Continue on National Road
2452 ft · 47 sec · National Road
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Turn left
14 mi · 21 min
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Turn right
17.9 mi · 27 min
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Turn left onto North Broadway Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Broadway Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
800 ft · 14 sec · East Main Street
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Turn slight right onto South Michigan Avenue
22.4 mi · 33 min · South Michigan Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left
1 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto South Adams Street
20.7 mi · 31 min · South Adams Street
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Turn right onto North Michigan Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · North Michigan Road
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Turn right onto Clifty Drive
2655 ft · 52 sec · Clifty Drive
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Turn left onto Cragmont Street
2573 ft · 1 min · Cragmont Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cragmont Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Decatur and North Madison.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
25 mi · 00h 37m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Decatur and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near North Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Decatur to North Madison?
The road trip is about 167.1 miles (268.9 km) and usually takes 03h 51m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Spiceland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.6 miles from Decatur and 83.5 miles from North Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 144.7 miles (232.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:16 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.79 one way or $45.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Decatur and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near North Madison.
Stop Ideas Near Spiceland
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 Spiceland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Decatur and North Madison. Straight-line distance: 144.67 mi (232.82 km).
#1 Decatur
City in Indiana, United States
| Population | 34,821 |
| Coordinates | 40.8306000, -84.9291300 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Madison
Census-designated place in Lake County, Ohio
| Population | 12,435 |
| Coordinates | 38.7678400, -85.3966300 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Madison (-85.39663, 38.76784)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 269 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 05m |
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 | $3.86 | $22.79 | $45.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $26.28 | $52.57 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $29.43 | $58.86 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $39.06 | $78.13 |
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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