How far is Midfield, AL from Decatur, AL?

The driving distance from Midfield, AL to Decatur, AL is about 93.9 miles (151.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 79.2 miles (127.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 53m 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. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
93.91 mi
01h 26m
Flight
79.19 mi
127.44 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
79.19 mi
Kilometers
127.44 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
93.91 mi
Kilometers
151.13 km
Drive Time
01h 26m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 26m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Decatur
Sun, Apr 19, 1:00 AM CDT
Return by in Midfield
Sun, Apr 19, 2:26 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Midfield
2026-04-18T23:33
Arrive Decatur
Sun, Apr 19, 1:00 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 26m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:27 AM to 11:27 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:36 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Midfield
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Dodge City
AL

Town

From Midfield
44.6 mi
00h 43m
To Decatur
49.4 mi
00h 43m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
86°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SW
Destination
86°F
Saturday

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Midfield and Decatur.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Midfield and Decatur.

  1. 1

    Start on By Williams Sr Drive

    1049 ft · 23 sec · By Williams Sr Drive

  2. 2

    Continue on Aaron Aronov Drive

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Aaron Aronov Drive

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Valley Road

    1.2 km · 1 min · Valley Road

  4. 4

    Turn slight left onto I 20 East, I 59 North: Birmingham

    1212 ft · 30 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    6 mi · 6 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight left toward I 65 North: Huntsville

    45 m · 4 sec

  7. 7

    Continue on I 65 North: Huntsville

    1027 ft · 25 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight right

    72.1 mi · 1 hr 18 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward 67: Decatur, Priceville, Somerville

    2021 ft · 51 sec

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Point Mallard Parkway Southeast

    4.5 mi · 7 min · Point Mallard Parkway Southeast

  11. 11

    Turn right onto 6th Avenue Southeast

    3 mi · 6 min · 6th Avenue Southeast

  12. 12

    Continue on 6th Avenue Northeast

    580 ft · 15 sec · 6th Avenue Northeast

  13. 13

    Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast

    1085 ft · 38 sec · Lee Street Northeast

  14. 14

    Turn right

    25 m · 6 sec

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Midfield and Decatur.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
15 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
16 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 65 North
72.3 mi · 77%
I 20 East
6.19 mi · 7%
Point Mallard Parkway Southeast
4.48 mi · 5%
6th Avenue Southeast
2.97 mi · 3%
Aaron Aronov Drive
1.29 mi · 1%
Valley Road
0.74 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 65 North

Merge slight right

72.1 mi · 01h 18m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 26m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 54m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14.7 mi
79.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Dodge City
00h 43m from Midfield
Leave By
3:36 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Midfield and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Decatur.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Midfield to Decatur?

The road trip is about 93.9 miles (151.1 km) and usually takes 01h 26m 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?

Dodge City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.6 miles from Midfield and 49.4 miles from Decatur.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 79.2 miles (127.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.7 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 3:36 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.53 one way or $25.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Midfield and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Decatur.

Stop Ideas Near Dodge City

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Dodge City and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 14.8 mi away

marrion city hall

Warrior , AL
e 36756, 123 Marion St, Warrior, AL 35180
Business administration service
Hanceville City Hall
Meeting point 6.4 mi away

Hanceville City Hall

Hanceville , AL
112 Main St SE, Hanceville, AL 35077
Rating 3.7/5 18 reviews City Hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Dodge City.

RAIL

Birmingham

59 mi away
1819 Morris Ave.
RAIL

Anniston

107 mi away
126 West 4th St
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Tuscaloosa

113 mi away
2105 Greensboro Ave

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Midfield and Decatur. Straight-line distance: 79.19 mi (127.44 km).

Midfield

#1 Midfield

City in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States

Population4,955
Coordinates33.4615000, -86.9088800
Altitude156
CountryUnited States
Decatur

#2 Decatur

The most populous city in Morgan County, Alabama.

Population54,381
Coordinates34.6059300, -86.9833400
Altitude171
CountryUnited States
Start: By Williams Sr Drive (-86.908835, 33.461542)
End: (-86.983514, 34.605804)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 151 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 07m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 20m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 52m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 33m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 20m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 10m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.31 gal
12.54 L · about $12.53
Round trip
$25.07
6.62 gal · 25.08 L
Estimated CO2
29.4 kg one way
Round trip: 58.8 kg / 130 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $12.53 $25.07
Mid-grade $4.26 $14.10 $28.19
Premium $4.63 $15.31 $30.62
Diesel $5.42 $17.92 $35.85

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Alabama · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Midfield and Decatur. The current time is 23:33:42.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.