How far is Eclectic, AL from Decatur, AL?
The driving distance from Eclectic, AL to Decatur, AL is about 184.1 miles (296.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 146.7 miles (236.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eclectic and Decatur.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eclectic and Decatur.
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Start on 1st Avenue
70 m · 15 sec · 1st Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
137 m · 18 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Claud Road
4.6 mi · 8 min · Claud Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Tallassee Highway
9.4 mi · 14 min · Tallassee Highway
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Continue on Coosa River Parkway
1 mi · 1 min · Coosa River Parkway
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Elmore Road
12.5 mi · 19 min · Elmore Road
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Take the ramp right
1097 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
151.3 mi · 2 hr 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 67: Decatur, Priceville, Somerville
2021 ft · 51 sec
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Turn left onto Point Mallard Parkway Southeast
4.5 mi · 7 min · Point Mallard Parkway Southeast
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Turn right onto 6th Avenue Southeast
3 mi · 6 min · 6th Avenue Southeast
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Continue on 6th Avenue Northeast
580 ft · 15 sec · 6th Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast
1085 ft · 38 sec · Lee Street Northeast
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Turn right
25 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eclectic and Decatur.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Elmore Road
Merge slight left
151 mi · 02h 45m
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 Sunny leaving Eclectic and Sunny near Decatur.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eclectic to Decatur?
The road trip is about 184.1 miles (296.3 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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?
Indian Springs Village is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93.8 miles from Eclectic and 90.3 miles from Decatur.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 146.7 miles (236.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.62 one way or $49.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Eclectic and Sunny near Decatur.
Stop Ideas Near Indian Springs Village
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 Indian Springs Village.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eclectic and Decatur. Straight-line distance: 146.69 mi (236.07 km).
#1 Eclectic
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,008 |
| Coordinates | 32.6354100, -86.0344100 |
| Altitude | 176 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Decatur
The most populous city in Morgan County, Alabama.
| Population | 54,381 |
| Coordinates | 34.6059300, -86.9833400 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-86.983514, 34.605804)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 296 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
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 | $3.79 | $24.62 | $49.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $27.68 | $55.37 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.06 | $60.13 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $35.20 | $70.40 |
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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