Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
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
Good
8 stations
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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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.
| 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 | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur, AL and Blountsville, AL.
Start on this road
At end of road, turn left onto Ferry Street Northeast
Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast
At end of road, turn right onto US 31
Continue on US 31
Turn left onto AL 67
Continue on AL 67
Turn right onto US 231
Turn right onto CR 26
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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.
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 25.3 miles from Decatur, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 50.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn left onto Ferry Street Northeast
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto US 31 / 6th Avenue Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto AL 67 / Point Mallard Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto CR 26 / Lee Street West
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$7.64 one way
$15.28 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.39 | $16.78 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.08 | $18.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.17 | $22.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Decatur on Sunday
Local time
9:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Morning in Blountsville on Sunday
Local time
9:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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.
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.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total 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.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 50.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (24%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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