How far is Decherd, TN from Mount Carmel, TN?
The driving distance from Decherd, TN to Mount Carmel, TN is about 18.5 miles (29.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.7 miles (26.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Decherd and Mount Carmel.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decherd and Mount Carmel.
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Start on the route
101 m · 16 sec
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1.5 km · 1 min · West Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Decherd Boulevard
1704 ft · 24 sec · Decherd Boulevard
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Continue on Dinah Shore Boulevard
1.4 mi · 2 min · Dinah Shore Boulevard
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Continue on 1st Avenue Northeast
2205 ft · 31 sec · 1st Avenue Northeast
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Continue on David Crockett Highway
1.1 mi · 1 min · David Crockett Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Rowe Gap Road
74 m · 3 sec · Rowe Gap Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Rowe Gap Road
1200 ft · 22 sec · Rowe Gap Road
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Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Drive
2594 ft · 34 sec · Veterans Memorial Drive
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Continue on David Crockett Highway
10.3 mi · 12 min · David Crockett Highway
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Elora Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Elora Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Elora Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Decherd and Mount Carmel.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
David Crockett Highway
Continue on David Crockett Highway
10.3 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny leaving Decherd and Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny near Mount Carmel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Decherd to Mount Carmel?
The road trip is about 18.5 miles (29.7 km) and usually takes 00h 24m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Winchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.3 miles from Decherd and 9.3 miles from Mount Carmel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.7 miles (26.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.45 one way or $4.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny around Decherd and Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny near Mount Carmel.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Decherd and Mount Carmel. Straight-line distance: 16.62 mi (26.75 km).
#1 Decherd
City in Franklin County, Tennessee, United States
| Population | 2,372 |
| Coordinates | 35.2098000, -86.0794300 |
| Altitude | 292 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mount Carmel
Town in Franklin County, Indiana, United States
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.0309200, -86.2761000 |
| Altitude | 292 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mount Carmel (-86.2761, 35.03092)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
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 | $3.77 | $2.45 | $4.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.76 | $5.53 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.03 | $6.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.45 | $6.90 |
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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