Origin
Decatur, AL
Afternoon in Decatur on Thursday
Local time
12:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Decatur, AL to Fort Deposit, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 50m
Distance
202.5 mi
326 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 38m
★
6 AM
3h 51m
8 AM
4h 16m
10 AM
4h 0m
12 PM
3h 57m
3 PM
4h 1m
5 PM
4h 15m
8 PM
3h 43m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Decatur, AL to Fort Deposit, AL covers 202.5 miles and takes about 3h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Ferry Street Northeast, Lee Street Northeast, 6th Avenue Northeast for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.58 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
101.3 miles from Decatur, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 50m. Total distance: 202.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 50m drive with frequent turns across 202.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ferry Street Northeast is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 50m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Decatur, AL to Fort Deposit, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ferry Street Northeast | — | — |
| Lee Street Northeast | — | — |
| 6th Avenue Northeast | — | — |
| 6th Avenue Southeast | — | — |
| Point Mallard Parkway | — | — |
| I-65 South | — | — |
| I 22 West | — | — |
| Montgomery | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Ferry Street Northeast
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur, AL and Fort Deposit, AL.
1
Start on the route
427 ft
·
37 sec
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Ferry Street Northeast
164 ft
·
9 sec
·
Ferry Street Northeast
3
Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Lee Street Northeast
4
At the end of the road, turn right onto 6th Avenue Northeast
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
6th Avenue Northeast
5
Continue on 6th Avenue Southeast
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
6th Avenue Southeast
6
Turn left onto Point Mallard Parkway
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Point Mallard Parkway
7
Take the ramp slight right toward I-65 South: Birmingham
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I-65 South: Birmingham
8
Merge slight left
67 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 22 West: Memphis
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 22 West: Memphis
11
Keep slight left to continue on Montgomery
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
Montgomery
12
Merge slight left
123 mi
·
2 hr 16 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward SR 185: Fort Deposit, Logan
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
SR 185: Fort Deposit, Logan
14
Turn slight right onto State Route 185
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 185
15
Turn straight onto Old Fort Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Fort Road
16
Turn left onto Pollard Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Pollard Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 101.3 miles from Decatur, AL, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
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 45 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101.3 miles or 1h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Deposit, 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 202.5 miles and 3h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Decatur, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 101.3 mi from Decatur, AL · 1h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
101 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 101.3 miles from Decatur, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fort Deposit, AL
The final approach into Fort Deposit, 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 Fort Deposit, 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
$30.58 one way
$61.16 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
71 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $33.57 | $67.14 |
| premium | $4.56 | $36.35 | $72.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.71 | $89.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.8 | 0 | $21.26 | $9.72 |
| Efficient EV | 50.6 | 0 | $17.72 | $8.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 81 | 1 | $28.35 | $12.96 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (66% 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
Fort Deposit, AL
Afternoon in Fort Deposit on Thursday
Local time
12:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Hoover, AL
101 mi in
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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 50m 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 Fort Deposit, AL covers 202.5 miles and takes about 3h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ferry Street Northeast, Lee Street Northeast, 6th Avenue Northeast. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 101.3 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 $30.58 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 50m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Decatur, AL to Fort Deposit, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Decatur, AL to Fort Deposit, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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