Origin
Oxford, AL
Evening in Oxford on Wednesday
Local time
8:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oxford, AL to Decatur, AL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 10m
Distance
147.4 mi
237 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 2m
★
6 AM
2h 11m
8 AM
2h 29m
10 AM
2h 17m
12 PM
2h 15m
3 PM
2h 18m
5 PM
2h 28m
8 PM
2h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oxford, AL
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Decatur, AL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Oxford, AL to Decatur, AL covers 147.4 miles and takes about 2h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dewey Street, Choccolocco Street, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.26 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.7 miles from Oxford, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 10m drive with frequent turns across 147.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dewey Street 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Oxford, AL to Decatur, AL is easy. At 2h 10m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Oxford, AL to Decatur, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dewey Street | — | — |
| Choccolocco Street | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| Front Street | — | — |
| Chestnut Street | — | — |
| South Noble Street | — | — |
| Old Gadsden Highway | — | — |
| Saks Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Dewey Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oxford, AL and Decatur, AL.
1
Start on Snow Street
236 ft
·
11 sec
·
Snow Street
2
Turn left onto Dewey Street
364 ft
·
21 sec
·
Dewey Street
3
Turn left onto Choccolocco Street
253 ft
·
11 sec
·
Choccolocco Street
4
Turn right onto Main Street
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Main Street
5
Continue on Front Street
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Front Street
6
At the end of the road, turn right onto Chestnut Street
440 ft
·
9 sec
·
Chestnut Street
7
Continue on South Noble Street
4.4 mi
·
8 min
·
South Noble Street
8
Continue on Old Gadsden Highway
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Old Gadsden Highway
9
Turn right onto Saks Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Saks Road
10
Turn left
30 mi
·
42 min
11
Turn left onto 4th Street Northwest
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
4th Street Northwest
12
Turn slight right
1.8 mi
·
2 min
13
Turn left onto US 278
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US 278
14
Continue on Thompson Bridge Road
515 ft
·
8 sec
·
Thompson Bridge Road
15
Continue on US 278
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
US 278
16
Continue on Thompson Bridge Road
22 mi
·
30 min
·
Thompson Bridge Road
17
Turn right
0.7 mi
·
1 min
18
Take the exit slight left
141 ft
·
8 sec
19
Turn left
20 mi
·
27 min
20
Continue straight
6.9 mi
·
9 min
21
Continue straight
12 mi
·
16 min
22
Turn right onto 6th Avenue Southeast
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
6th Avenue Southeast
23
Continue on 6th Avenue Northeast
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
6th Avenue Northeast
24
Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Lee Street Northeast
25
Turn right
82 ft
·
6 sec
26
Arrive at your 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 73.7 miles from Oxford, AL, or about 1h 5m 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 32 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.7 miles or 1h 5m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Decatur, AL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oxford, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Oxford, AL
This is one driving day of about 147.4 miles and 2h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Oxford, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.7 mi from Oxford, AL · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.7 miles from Oxford, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Decatur, 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
$22.26 one way
$44.52 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $24.44 | $48.87 |
| premium | $4.56 | $26.46 | $52.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.54 | $65.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.2 | 0 | $15.48 | $7.08 |
| Efficient EV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.90 | $5.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59 | 0 | $20.64 | $9.43 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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 Wednesday
Local time
8:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Oneonta, AL
74 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
2h 10m 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 Oxford, AL to Decatur, AL covers 147.4 miles and takes about 2h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dewey Street, Choccolocco Street, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.7 miles from Oxford, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.26 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.
The drive from Oxford, AL to Decatur, AL is easy. At 2h 10m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Oxford, AL to Decatur, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Oxford, AL to Decatur, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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