How far is Decatur, MS from Bay Springs, MS?
The driving distance from Decatur, MS to Bay Springs, MS is about 35.4 miles (57 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.4 miles (53.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 00h 53m.
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 Jasper County, Mississippi
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Decatur and Bay Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur and Bay Springs.
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Start on West Broad Street
145 m · 23 sec · West Broad Street
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Turn right onto Highway 15
35.2 mi · 52 min · Highway 15
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Turn left onto East 4th Avenue
146 m · 23 sec · East 4th Avenue
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Turn right onto North 3rd Street
63 m · 9 sec · North 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Decatur and Bay Springs.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Highway 15
Turn right onto Highway 15
35.2 mi · 00h 52m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Decatur and Mostly Cloudy near Bay Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Decatur to Bay Springs?
The road trip is about 35.4 miles (57 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Montrose is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.7 miles from Decatur and 17.6 miles from Bay Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.4 miles (53.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 2 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:44 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.73 one way or $9.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Decatur and Mostly Cloudy near Bay Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Montrose
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 Montrose.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Decatur and Bay Springs. Straight-line distance: 33.46 mi (53.85 km).
#1 Decatur
Town in Newton County, Mississippi, United States
| Population | 1,733 |
| Coordinates | 32.4390300, -89.1083900 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bay Springs
City in Jasper County, Mississippi, United States of America
| Population | 1,650 |
| Coordinates | 31.9790400, -89.2872800 |
| Altitude | 129 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bay Springs (-89.28728, 31.97904)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $3.78 | $4.73 | $9.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.31 | $10.62 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.79 | $11.58 |
| Diesel | $5.84 | $7.30 | $14.60 |
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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