How far is Fayette, AL from Decatur, AL?
The driving distance from Fayette, AL to Decatur, AL is about 95.4 miles (153.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 80 miles (128.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 44m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 52m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Alabama, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fayette and Decatur.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fayette and Decatur.
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Start on Columbus Street East
12 m · 5 sec · Columbus Street East
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Turn right onto Temple Avenue North
1.1 mi · 3 min · Temple Avenue North
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Temple Avenue North
3.9 mi · 6 min · Temple Avenue North
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Turn right
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn right
8.8 mi · 12 min
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Turn left
20.9 mi · 30 min
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Continue straight
13 mi · 18 min
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Continue straight
113 m · 13 sec
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Turn left
26.5 mi · 44 min
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Turn right
10.2 mi · 12 min
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Continue straight
7.5 mi · 9 min
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Continue on Moulton Street West
2 mi · 4 min · Moulton Street West
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Turn left onto 4th Avenue Northeast
575 ft · 18 sec · 4th Avenue Northeast
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Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast
98 m · 16 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 Fayette 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.
Longest stretch
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26.5 mi · 00h 44m
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.
Sunny leaving Fayette and Sunny near Decatur.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fayette to Decatur?
The road trip is about 95.4 miles (153.6 km) and usually takes 01h 52m 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?
Double Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.8 miles from Fayette and 47.6 miles from Decatur.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 80 miles (128.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.4 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 2:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.76 one way or $25.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Fayette and Sunny near Decatur.
Stop Ideas Near Double Springs
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 Double Springs.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fayette and Decatur. Straight-line distance: 80.01 mi (128.76 km).
#1 Fayette
City in Howard County, Missouri
| Population | 4,249 |
| Coordinates | 33.6845500, -87.8308500 |
| Altitude | 111 |
| 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: 154 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
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 | $12.76 | $25.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.35 | $28.71 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $15.59 | $31.17 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $18.25 | $36.50 |
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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