Origin
Decatur, AL
Morning in Decatur on Sunday
Local time
9:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Decatur, AL to Boaz, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
67.2 mi
108 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
★
6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m
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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Boaz, AL
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Trip Overview
This 67.2-mile drive from Decatur to Boaz, Alabama, is a straightforward 1-hour-and-41-minute journey through the Southeast region. It's perfectly suited for a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of around $10. The route offers a mixed driving experience, making it a practical option for a quick excursion. You won't need to plan for an overnight stay, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. Consider this a convenient way to travel between these two Alabama towns.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.6 miles from Decatur, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Point Mallard Drive | 34.8 mi | 48m |
| AL 168 | 9.9 mi | 17m |
| US 278 | 8 mi | 11m |
| AL 75 | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Point Mallard Parkway | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| 6th Avenue Southeast | 3 mi | 5m |
| US 231 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Lee Street Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Point Mallard Drive
— 34.8 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur, AL and Boaz, AL.
1
Start on this road
426 ft
·
36 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Ferry Street Northeast
164 ft
·
8 sec
·
Ferry Street Northeast
3
Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Lee Street Northeast
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 31
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
6th Avenue Northeast
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on US 31
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
6th Avenue Southeast
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto AL 67
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Point Mallard Parkway
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on AL 67
35 mi
·
48 min
·
Point Mallard Drive
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto US 231
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 231
9
Turn left onto US 278
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US 278
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 278
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
US 278
11
Turn left onto AL 75
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
AL 75
12
Turn right onto AL 168
9.9 mi
·
17 min
·
AL 168
13
Turn left onto AL 205
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Broad Street
14
Turn left onto Bel Air Street
210 ft
·
11 sec
·
Bel Air Street
15
Turn left onto College Avenue
237 ft
·
10 sec
·
College Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
College Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the short 1-hour-and-41-minute duration, this route offers considerable flexibility for departure times. You could easily leave in the morning and be in Boaz by lunchtime, or opt for an afternoon departure. With only 67.2 miles to cover and an estimated fuel cost of $10, you won't need to worry much about frequent refueling stops. Keep an eye out for transitions between the different main roads mentioned, as these can sometimes involve changes in speed limits or road conditions. The longest stretch is over 34 miles, so plan any brief pauses before or after that segment if needed.
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 33.6 miles from Decatur, AL, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.8 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 15 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.6 miles or 49m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boaz, 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 67.2 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Decatur, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Point Mallard Drive for about 34.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.6 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 43.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
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
5
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.
8
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.
4
3.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
AL 67 / Point Mallard Parkway
Turn left onto AL 67 / Point Mallard Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
43.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
US 278
Turn left onto US 278
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.15 one way
$20.30 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.14 | $22.28 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.06 | $24.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.84 | $29.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.06 | $3.23 |
| Efficient EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.88 | $2.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.41 | $4.30 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Boaz, AL
Morning in Boaz on Sunday
Local time
9:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°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
32 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 41m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
The drive primarily utilizes Point Mallard Drive, AL 168, and US 278, with 43% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 34.8 miles on Point Mallard Drive, offering a substantial period of consistent travel. The profile is described as a 'mixed drive,' suggesting a blend of road types rather than a monotonous interstate grind. Expect varying conditions as you transition between these main roads, providing a dynamic experience behind the wheel.
43% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.8 mi on Point Mallard Drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Ferry Street Northeast.
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 67.2 miles you will encounter 10 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.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 67.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.8 miles on Point Mallard Drive. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Boaz, AL before heading back.
How this page is built
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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