How far is North Madison, IN from Decatur, IN?
The driving distance from North Madison, IN to Decatur, IN is about 164.7 miles (265.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 144.7 miles (232.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 29m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Henry County, Indiana
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Madison and Decatur.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Madison and Decatur.
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Start on Cragmont Street
2573 ft · 1 min · Cragmont Street
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Turn right onto Clifty Drive
2655 ft · 52 sec · Clifty Drive
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Turn left onto Michigan Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Michigan Road
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Turn left
20.7 mi · 31 min
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Turn left onto West Perry Street
1 mi · 2 min · West Perry Street
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Turn right onto South Buckeye Street
22.4 mi · 33 min · South Buckeye Street
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Continue on East Main Street
800 ft · 17 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Broadway Street
129 m · 12 sec · North Broadway Street
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Turn left onto East Washington Street
10 m · 2 sec · East Washington Street
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Turn right onto North Broadway Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Broadway Street
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Turn right
17.9 mi · 27 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Main Street
13.9 mi · 21 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto National Road
2448 ft · 41 sec · National Road
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Continue on Washington Street
1458 ft · 29 sec · Washington Street
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Turn left
24.8 mi · 37 min
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Take the ramp right toward SR 3 North, SR 67 North: Portland
1697 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto Muncie Bypass
6.8 mi · 9 min · Muncie Bypass
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Take the exit straight toward SR 67 North: Portland
1719 ft · 47 sec
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Keep slight right
7.5 mi · 9 min
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Turn straight onto West Walnut Street
18.2 mi · 21 min · West Walnut Street
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Turn left onto North Meridian Street
15.1 mi · 17 min · North Meridian Street
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Continue on South Church Avenue
12.6 mi · 14 min · South Church Avenue
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Turn right onto West Monroe Street
2422 ft · 41 sec · West Monroe Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Monroe Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Madison 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
Turn left
24.8 mi · 00h 37m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving North Madison and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Decatur.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Madison to Decatur?
The road trip is about 164.7 miles (265.1 km) and usually takes 03h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Spiceland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.3 miles from North Madison and 81.4 miles from Decatur.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 144.7 miles (232.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 20 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:00 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.44 one way or $44.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around North Madison and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Decatur.
Stop Ideas Near Spiceland
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 Spiceland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Madison and Decatur. Straight-line distance: 144.67 mi (232.82 km).
#1 North Madison
Census-designated place in Lake County, Ohio
| Population | 12,435 |
| Coordinates | 38.7678400, -85.3966300 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Decatur
City in Indiana, United States
| Population | 34,821 |
| Coordinates | 40.8306000, -84.9291300 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Monroe Street (-84.929141, 40.83064)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 265 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 03m |
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 | $3.86 | $22.44 | $44.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $25.88 | $51.77 |
| Premium | $4.99 | $28.98 | $57.96 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $38.47 | $76.94 |
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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