Origin
Decatur, AL
Afternoon in Decatur on Sunday
Local time
4:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Decatur, AL to Blountsville, AL
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
50.6 mi
81 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
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6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Decatur, AL
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Blountsville, AL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion across Northern Alabama, the 50.6-mile trek from Decatur to Blountsville is a straightforward option for your itinerary. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 14 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stay. You should budget roughly $8 for fuel to complete the journey, which keeps this drive very budget-friendly. The route primarily utilizes Point Mallard Drive, US 231, and Point Mallard Parkway to navigate the Southeast region. Because the distance is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your departure time to suit your schedule. This drive is best viewed as a practical connection between these two Alabama communities rather than a destination in itself.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
25.3 miles from Decatur, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate through the countryside. While about 24% of your journey takes place on highways, the majority of the trip involves local roads that keep the drive feeling active and engaging. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch on Point Mallard Drive, which spans 34.8 miles before the character of the road shifts. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route requires you to constantly adjust to the changing flow of local traffic. The transition between these road types means the experience behind the wheel is anything but static, so keep your hands steady as you navigate the curves.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Point Mallard Drive is the longest continuous segment at about 34.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Ferry Street Northeast.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 14m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Ferry Street Northeast): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.1 miles (Lee Street Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (US 31 / 6th Avenue Northeast): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Ferry Street Northeast
At end of road, turn left onto Ferry Street Northeast
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Lee Street Northeast
Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
8
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 31 / 6th Avenue Northeast
At end of road, turn right onto US 31 / 6th Avenue Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
3.5 mi into trip
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~7m in
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AL 67 / Point Mallard Parkway
Turn left onto AL 67 / Point Mallard Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
50.6 mi into trip
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~1h 14m in
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CR 26 / Lee Street West
Turn right onto CR 26 / Lee Street West
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Point Mallard Drive | 34.8 mi | 48m |
| US 231 | 8.1 mi | 12m |
| Point Mallard Parkway | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| 6th Avenue Southeast | 3 mi | 5m |
| Lee Street Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 6th Avenue Northeast | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Ferry Street Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lee Street West | <0.1 mi | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Point Mallard Drive
— 34.8 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur, AL and Blountsville, AL.
1
Start on this road
426 ft
·
36 sec
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this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Ferry Street Northeast
164 ft
·
8 sec
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Ferry Street Northeast
3
Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Lee Street Northeast
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 31
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
6th Avenue Northeast
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on US 31
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
6th Avenue Southeast
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto AL 67
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Point Mallard Parkway
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on AL 67
35 mi
·
48 min
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Point Mallard Drive
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto US 231
8.1 mi
·
12 min
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US 231
9
Turn right onto CR 26
31 ft
·
0 sec
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Lee Street West
10
Arrive at destination
CR 26
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of being able to leave whenever it fits your morning or afternoon plans. You won't need to worry about planning formal stops given the manageable 1 hour and 14-minute duration, but it is wise to fuel up before you depart Decatur to ensure you aren't searching for a station mid-route. Because the road is quite turn-heavy, try to avoid peak commuting hours if you prefer a quieter, more predictable experience on the local sections. A helpful tip is to check the status of US 231 before you head out, as this will be your primary highway connection for a significant portion of your 50.6-mile journey. Staying alert during those winding, non-highway segments will make for a much smoother arrival in Blountsville.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 25.3 miles from Decatur, AL, or about 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 50.6 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.3 miles or 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blountsville, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Decatur, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Decatur, AL
This is one driving day of about 50.6 miles and 1h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Decatur, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Point Mallard Drive for about 34.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.3 mi from Decatur, AL · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 50.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.3 miles from Decatur, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Blountsville, AL
The final approach into Blountsville, AL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Blountsville, AL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.74 one way
$15.47 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $8.48 | $16.97 |
| premium | $4.61 | $9.18 | $18.37 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.24 | $22.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.31 | $2.43 |
| Efficient EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.43 | $2.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.08 | $3.24 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Blountsville, AL
Afternoon in Blountsville on Sunday
Local time
4:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 14m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Decatur, AL to Blountsville, AL covers 50.6 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Point Mallard Drive, US 231, Point Mallard Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.3 miles from Decatur, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.74 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 14m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Ferry Street Northeast): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.1 miles (Lee Street Northeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (US 31 / 6th Avenue Northeast): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Decatur, AL to Blountsville, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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