How far is Winfield, AL from Decatur, AL?
The driving distance from Winfield, AL to Decatur, AL is about 83.3 miles (134 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66.7 miles (107.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 13m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Winfield and Decatur.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winfield and Decatur.
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Start on Bankhead Avenue
39 m · 5 sec · Bankhead Avenue
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Continue on Bankhead Highway
3011 ft · 1 min · Bankhead Highway
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Continue on Bankhead Avenue
1.4 mi · 2 min · Bankhead Avenue
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Turn left
3.8 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
10.8 mi · 15 min
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Turn left
3150 ft · 56 sec
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Turn right
11.1 mi · 15 min
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Continue straight
2268 ft · 45 sec
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Turn right
3 mi · 5 min
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Turn straight onto Jackson Highway
2 mi · 4 min · Jackson Highway
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Turn slight left onto Broad Street
11.2 mi · 14 min · Broad Street
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Turn left
846 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
35.7 mi · 42 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 Winfield 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.
Broad Street
Merge slight left
35.7 mi · 00h 42m
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 Winfield and Sunny near Decatur.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Winfield to Decatur?
The road trip is about 83.3 miles (134 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?
Russellville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.3 miles from Winfield and 38 miles from Decatur.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66.7 miles (107.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.6 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 3:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.13 one way or $22.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Winfield and Sunny near Decatur.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Winfield and Decatur. Straight-line distance: 66.75 mi (107.42 km).
#1 Winfield
City in Marion County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 4,559 |
| Coordinates | 33.9289900, -87.8172500 |
| Altitude | 145 |
| 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: 134 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 02m |
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 | $11.13 | $22.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.52 | $25.04 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.60 | $27.20 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $15.92 | $31.84 |
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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