Origin
Horton, AL
Evening in Horton on Thursday
Local time
5:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Horton, AL to Decatur, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
59.3 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Horton, AL
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Decatur, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Horton, AL to Decatur, AL covers 59.3 miles and takes about 1h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on AL 67, AL 75, US 278 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 39 miles on AL 67. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.96 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 59.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 25m highway drive covering 59.3 miles, with most of the trip on AL 67 and AL 75. The longest continuous stretch is about 39 miles on AL 67.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
AL 67 is the longest continuous segment at about 39 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AL 67 and AL 75. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 8.2 miles in near US 278.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.3 miles you will encounter 8 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 8.2 miles (US 278): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 56 miles (US 31 / 6th Avenue Southeast): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
8.2 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 278
Merge onto US 278
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
5
17 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
56 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
US 31 / 6th Avenue Southeast
Turn right onto US 31 / 6th Avenue Southeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
59 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
Lee Street Northeast
Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
59.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AL 67 | 39 mi | 54m |
| AL 75 | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| US 278 | 8 mi | 11m |
| 6th Avenue Southeast | 3 mi | 5m |
| US 231 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Lee Street Northeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 6th Avenue Northeast | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AL 67
— 39 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Horton, AL and Decatur, AL.
1
Start on this road
139 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto AL 75
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
AL 75
3
Take the ramp
153 ft
·
5 sec
4
Merge onto US 278
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
US 278
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto US 231
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 231
6
Take the exit
139 ft
·
7 sec
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto AL 67
20 mi
·
27 min
·
AL 67
8
Continue on AL 67
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
AL 67
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on AL 67
12 mi
·
16 min
·
AL 67
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto US 31
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
6th Avenue Southeast
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 31
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
6th Avenue Northeast
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Lee Street Northeast
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right
82 ft
·
6 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.6 mi from Horton, AL · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.6 miles from Horton, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Decatur, AL
The final approach into Decatur, AL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.96 one way
$17.91 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.83 | $19.66 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.64 | $21.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.09 | $26.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.23 | $2.85 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.19 | $2.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.30 | $3.80 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Decatur, AL
Evening in Decatur on Thursday
Local time
5:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 25m 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 Horton, AL to Decatur, AL covers 59.3 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are AL 67, AL 75, US 278. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.6 miles from Horton, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.96 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.3 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.2 miles (US 278): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 56 miles (US 31 / 6th Avenue Southeast): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Horton, AL to Decatur, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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