How far is New Hope, AL from Decatur, AL?
The driving distance from New Hope, AL to Decatur, AL is about 30.3 miles (48.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.3 miles (34.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 01m 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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City in Morgan County, Alabama, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New Hope and Decatur.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Hope and Decatur.
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Start on Wilhite Road
2.2 mi · 9 min · Wilhite Road
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Turn right onto 2nd Avenue
1764 ft · 27 sec · 2nd Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 65 North: Huntsville
1440 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
14.5 mi · 16 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 New Hope and Decatur.
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.
I 65 North
Merge slight left
14.5 mi · 00h 16m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving New Hope and Rain Showers Likely near Decatur.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New Hope to Decatur?
The road trip is about 30.3 miles (48.7 km) and usually takes 00h 30m 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?
Hartselle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.7 miles from New Hope and 17.5 miles from Decatur.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.3 miles (34.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9 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 7:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.05 one way or $8.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around New Hope and Rain Showers Likely near Decatur.
Stop Ideas Near Hartselle
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New Hope and Decatur. Straight-line distance: 21.23 mi (34.16 km).
#1 New Hope
City in Morgan County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 2,927 |
| Coordinates | 34.3153700, -86.8625000 |
| Altitude | 305 |
| 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: 49 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $4.05 | $8.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $4.56 | $9.11 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $4.95 | $9.90 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $5.79 | $11.59 |
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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