How far is Decatur, IN from Shelbyville, IN?
The driving distance from Decatur, IN to Shelbyville, IN is about 123 miles (197.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 100.9 miles (162.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 15m 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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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 37m.
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.
County seat of Delaware County, Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Decatur and Shelbyville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur and Shelbyville.
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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
20.9 mi · 31 min
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Take the ramp slight right
2368 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left
18.7 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 9: Maxwell, Greenfield
1945 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Greenfield
43 m · 3 sec
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Turn left onto North State Street
4.5 mi · 7 min · North State Street
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Continue on South 200 East
4.5 mi · 7 min · South 200 East
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
50 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
10.7 mi · 16 min
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Turn left onto North Riley Highway
3103 ft · 53 sec · North Riley Highway
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Turn left
33 m · 3 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on North Riley Highway
544 ft · 9 sec · North Riley Highway
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Continue on North Harrison Street
1990 ft · 36 sec · North Harrison Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Public Square
122 m · 7 sec · South Harrison Street
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Exit the rotary onto South Harrison Street
890 ft · 17 sec · South Harrison Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Harrison Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Decatur and Shelbyville.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
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20.9 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Decatur and Chance Rain Showers near Shelbyville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Decatur to Shelbyville?
The road trip is about 123 miles (197.9 km) and usually takes 02h 37m 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?
Muncie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.5 miles from Decatur and 61.5 miles from Shelbyville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100.9 miles (162.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.1 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 1:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.76 one way or $33.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Decatur and Chance Rain Showers near Shelbyville.
Stop Ideas Near Muncie
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Daleville Town Hall Park and Splash Pad
City of Muncie
Housing Authority
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Muncie.
Connersville station
Indianapolis Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Decatur and Shelbyville. Straight-line distance: 100.92 mi (162.41 km).
#1 Decatur
City in Indiana, United States
| Population | 34,821 |
| Coordinates | 40.8306000, -84.9291300 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Shelbyville
Township in Shelby County, Illinois
| Population | 19,508 |
| Coordinates | 39.5214400, -85.7769200 |
| Altitude | 233 |
| Country | United States |
End: Shelbyville (-85.77692, 39.52144)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 198 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 32m |
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 | $16.76 | $33.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $19.33 | $38.67 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $21.65 | $43.30 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $28.74 | $57.47 |
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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