Trip from Decatur, AL to Trussville, AL

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 55m

Distance

89 mi

143 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min

4 AM

1h 47m ★

6 AM

1h 56m

8 AM

2h 12m

10 AM

2h 2m

12 PM

2h 0m

3 PM

2h 2m

5 PM

2h 12m

8 PM

1h 51m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Decatur, AL

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city in Jefferson and St. Clair counties in Alabama, United States

Trussville, AL

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Trip Overview

The drive from Decatur, AL to Trussville, AL covers 89 miles and takes about 1h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 65, Gadsden Highway, Point Mallard Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 65.5 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.44 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.

Midpoint

44.5 miles from Decatur, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 65	65.5 mi	1h 10m
Gadsden Highway	5.3 mi	8m
Point Mallard Parkway	4.2 mi	6m
6th Avenue Southeast	3 mi	5m
Black Creek Road	1.5 mi	3m
Lawson Road	1 mi	2m
Walker Chapel Road	1 mi	2m
Pinehill Road	1 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 65 — 65.5 mi, about 1h 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Decatur, AL and Trussville, AL.

Start on this road

426 ft · 36 sec · this road

At end of road, turn left onto Ferry Street Northeast

164 ft · 8 sec · Ferry Street Northeast

Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast

0.3 mi · 53 sec · Lee Street Northeast

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

At end of road, turn right onto US 31

0.1 mi · 14 sec · 6th Avenue Northeast

Use the right lane.

Continue on US 31

3.0 mi · 5 min · 6th Avenue Southeast

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto AL 67

4.2 mi · 6 min · Point Mallard Parkway

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 47 sec

Toward I-65 South: Birmingham Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 65

65 mi · 1 hr 10 min · I 65

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 53 sec

Exit 267 Toward Walkers Chapel Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

272 ft · 9 sec

Toward Fultondale Use the left lane.

Turn left onto Walker Chapel Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · Walker Chapel Road

Use the left / right lanes.

Continue on New Castle Road

0.5 mi · 55 sec · New Castle Road

Turn right onto Black Creek Road

1.5 mi · 3 min · Black Creek Road

Continue on Pinehill Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · Pinehill Road

At end of road, turn left onto AL 79

0.7 mi · 1 min · Pinson Valley Parkway

Turn slight right

193 ft · 7 sec

Turn right onto Lawson Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · Lawson Road

Turn right onto Airport Road

0.3 mi · 49 sec · Airport Road

Continue on Zion City Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · Zion City Road

Turn left onto Tarrant Huffman Road

0.8 mi · 1 min · Tarrant Huffman Road

Continue on 96th Street North

0.4 mi · 41 sec · 96th Street North

Continue on Red Lane Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Red Lane Road

Turn right onto AL 75

414 ft · 10 sec · Parkway East

Continue on AL 75

226 ft · 5 sec · Parkway East

Continue on AL 75

525 ft · 13 sec · Roebuck Parkway

Turn left onto US 11

5.3 mi · 8 min · Gadsden Highway

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 11

0.6 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Turn left onto Glenn Avenue

379 ft · 18 sec · Glenn Avenue

Turn right onto Linden Street

0.1 mi · 28 sec · Linden Street

Turn right

197 ft · 14 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

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 44.5 miles from Decatur, AL, or about 53m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.5 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 20 miles or 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 44.5 miles or 53m 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 29m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Trussville, AL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Decatur, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Decatur, AL

This is one driving day of about 89 miles and 1h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Decatur, AL.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 65.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Warrior, AL

45 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

Cullman, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hanceville, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 44.5 miles from Decatur, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.5 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

The Mallard Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Decatur, Alabama

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+17706340731

Visit website

Chicken Salad Chick

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Birmingham, Alabama

1 mi

Tio Juan Mexican Grill

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Decatur, Alabama

1.3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Maple Avenue Coffee House

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Trussville, Alabama

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 89

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Makers Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Morris, Alabama

1 mi

The Mallard Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Decatur, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+17706340731

Visit website

Chicken Salad Chick

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 89

Birmingham, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+12055371170

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 82.7

Birmingham, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–12 pm

+12058369394

Maple Avenue Coffee House

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 89

Trussville, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Makers Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 63.6

Morris, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 31.8

Cullman, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

EVgo Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 38.2

Good Hope, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 57.2

Warrior, Alabama

+12056479692

Visit website

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 89

Pinson, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12056801223

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 73.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Ferry Street Northeast

At end of road, turn left onto Ferry Street Northeast

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Lee Street Northeast

Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | 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.

73.5 mi into trip | ~1h 24m in

Take the exit toward Walkers Chapel Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 267 Toward Walkers Chapel Road

73.9 mi into trip | ~1h 25m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Fultondale

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward Fultondale

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$13.44 one way

$26.88 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 31 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$14.76	$29.51
premium	$4.56	$15.97	$31.95
diesel	$5.61	$19.65	$39.30

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 31.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	26.7	$9.34	$4.27
Efficient EV	22.3	$7.79	$3.56
EV Truck/SUV	35.6	$12.46	$5.70

Gas CO2

31 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (68% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Decatur, AL

Afternoon in Decatur on Saturday

Local time

2:51 PM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Trussville, AL

Afternoon in Trussville on Saturday

Local time

2:51 PM

CDT

Current temp

78°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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

1h 55m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument

National Monument

In 1963, images of snarling police dogs unleashed against non-violent protesters and of children being sprayed with high-pressure hoses appeared in print and television news around the world. These dr...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour Free near mile 73.7

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

89 mi in 1h 55m, mostly highway — 65.5 mi of that is on I 65.

79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 65.5 mi on I 65.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Gadsden Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Ferry Street Northeast.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 89 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

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.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Decatur, AL to Trussville, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Fultondale along the way.

Fultondale

73.9 mi in | ~1h 25m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 55m. Total distance: 89 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 65.5 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Trussville, AL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

Yes — Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Trussville, AL before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

The Mallard Coffee Company

Maple Avenue Coffee House

The Mallard Coffee Company

Chicken Salad Chick

Tio Juan Mexican Grill

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Alamitos Mexican Restaurant

Wings Rings & Things By Joe & Deb

Maple Avenue Coffee House

Makers Coffee

Tesla Supercharger

EVgo Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

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EVgo Charging Station

Pilot EV Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Sportsman Lake Park

Rickwood Caverns State Park

WildWater Cullman

Ave Maria Grotto

West Blount Corn Maze

Cosby Lake Park

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Decatur, AL

Trussville, AL

Same local time

Very similar conditions

1h 55m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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