Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
64.4 mi
104 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
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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Morris, AL
Franco Monsalvo
If you are planning to travel from Decatur to Morris, expect a straightforward 64.4-mile trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 17 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is efficient enough that you will not need to plan for overnight stays. You should budget approximately $10 for fuel to cover the distance, making it a very economical drive through Alabama. Because the journey stays entirely within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent regional atmosphere from start to finish. It is a practical, no-nonsense connection that gets you between these two points quickly without the need for multiple stops.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 52.8 mi | 56m |
| Point Mallard Parkway | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| 6th Avenue Southeast | 3 mi | 5m |
| US 31 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Lee Street Northeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Morris Majestic Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Service Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 6th Avenue Northeast | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur, AL and Morris, 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
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 65
Take the exit
Turn left onto Service Road
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto US 31
Turn left onto Morris Majestic Road
Turn left onto Stouts Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 32.2 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 61.3 — 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
Take the exit toward US 31, AL 3: Warrior
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward Kimberly, Morris
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$9.73 one way
$19.45 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.68 | $21.35 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.56 | $23.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.22 | $28.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.76 | $3.09 |
| Efficient EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.64 | $2.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.02 | $4.12 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Late night in Decatur on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Late night in Morris on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°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.
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 93% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will navigate through local roads like 6th Avenue Southeast and Point Mallard Parkway before merging onto I-65. The backbone of your trip is the interstate, which accounts for a substantial 52.8-mile uninterrupted stretch. Expect a steady, predictable pace as you transition from the local streets of Decatur onto the main highway corridor. While the road lacks the complexity of winding backroads, the highway-heavy design ensures you maintain a reliable speed for the duration of your travel.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Point Mallard Parkway. You will hit about 11 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.
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 64.4 miles you will encounter 11 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.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 64.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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