Origin
Hackleburg, AL
Late night in Hackleburg on Sunday
Local time
4:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hackleburg, AL to Decatur, 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 16m
Distance
62.2 mi
100 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hackleburg, AL
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Decatur, AL
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 62.2-mile drive from Hackleburg, AL, to Decatur, AL, is easily completed in about 1 hour and 16 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. Focusing primarily on highways with a 74% highway share, you'll find it to be an efficient journey through the Southeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of just $9, this route is budget-friendly. You can expect a consistent driving experience without the need to break it up into multiple days. It's a practical option for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AL 24 | 43.2 mi | 51m |
| Andrew Jackson Highway | 13.7 mi | 15m |
| U.S. Highway 43 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Moulton Street West | 2 mi | 4m |
| 4th Avenue Northeast | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lee Street Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Cedar Tree Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AL 24
— 43.2 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hackleburg, AL and Decatur, AL.
1
Start on AL 172
59 ft
·
3 sec
·
Cedar Tree Street
2
Turn right onto AL 172
189 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn right onto US 43; AL 17
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
4
Continue on US 43; AL 17
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
U.S. Highway 43
5
Continue on US 43; AL 17
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 43; AL 13; AL 17
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Andrew Jackson Highway
7
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
8
Merge onto AL 24
36 mi
·
42 min
·
AL 24
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on AL 24
7.5 mi
·
9 min
·
AL 24
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on Moulton Street West
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Moulton Street West
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
11
Turn left onto 4th Avenue Northeast
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
4th Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast
320 ft
·
15 sec
·
Lee Street Northeast
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right
82 ft
·
6 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.1 miles from Hackleburg, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 62.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
AL 172 / Main Street
Turn right onto AL 172 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
16.6 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
16.8 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
AL 24
Merge onto AL 24
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
62 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
4th Avenue Northeast
Turn left onto 4th Avenue Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
62.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
Lee Street Northeast
Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.39 one way
$18.79 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.31 | $20.62 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.16 | $22.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.73 | $27.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.53 | $2.99 |
| Efficient EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.44 | $2.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.71 | $3.98 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Late night in Decatur on Sunday
Local time
4:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 10 mph
30% chance
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
8 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 16m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, designed for steady progress. You'll spend most of your time on major roads like AL 24, Andrew Jackson Highway, and U.S. Highway 43. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 43.2 miles on AL 24, offering a good period of consistent travel. While it's not a winding scenic byway, the highway nature ensures a predictable and manageable experience behind the wheel.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43.2 mi on AL 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AL 24 and Andrew Jackson Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AL 172 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 16m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AL 172 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 16.8 miles (AL 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 62.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 43.2 miles on AL 24. 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: near the start (AL 172 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 16.8 miles (AL 24): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Decatur, 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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