Origin
Moody, AL
Morning in Moody on Tuesday
Local time
6:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moody, AL to Decatur, AL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 1m
Distance
99.1 mi
160 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 53m
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6 AM
2h 2m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 8m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 9m
5 PM
2h 18m
8 PM
1h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moody, AL
Muhammad Nabeel
Decatur, AL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 99.1-mile drive from Moody, Alabama, to Decatur, Alabama, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion, with a fuel cost estimated at around $15. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it efficient for getting you to your destination. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, so expect a consistent travel experience. This journey stays within the Southeast region, offering a familiar feel as you travel from one Alabama city to another.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.6 miles from Moody, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 67 mi | 1h 11m |
| I 20 | 15.8 mi | 18m |
| Point Mallard Parkway Southeast | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| 6th Avenue Southeast | 3 mi | 5m |
| Moody Parkway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Vanderbilt Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Decatur Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Erwin Dairy Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 67 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moody, AL and Decatur, AL.
1
Start on Daniel Drive
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Daniel Drive
2
At end of road, turn right onto CR 10
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Park Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 411
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Moody Parkway
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 20 West: Birmingham
5
Merge onto I 20
16 mi
·
18 min
·
I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 128
Toward AL 79: Tallapoosa Street
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
324 ft
·
7 sec
Toward AL 79 North: Tallapoosa Street North, Tarrant
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on AL 79
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Tallapoosa Street
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on AL 79
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Vanderbilt Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto Cedar Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Cedar Street
Use the left lane.
11
At end of road, turn right onto Erwin Dairy Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Erwin Dairy Road
Use the left / right lanes.
12
Continue on 47th Avenue North
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
47th Avenue North
13
Turn sharp right onto US 31
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Decatur Highway
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 65 North: Huntsville
Use the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto I 65
67 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 334
Toward 67: Decatur, Priceville, Somerville
17
Turn left onto AL 67
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Point Mallard Parkway Southeast
Use the straight lane.
18
Turn right onto US 31
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
6th Avenue Southeast
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 31
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
6th Avenue Northeast
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Turn left onto Lee Street Northeast
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Lee Street Northeast
Use the straight lane.
21
Turn right
82 ft
·
6 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour duration and 99.1-mile length, this trip is best tackled in a single day. You'll want to leave Moody with a full tank of gas, as the $15 fuel estimate is based on efficient highway driving. Consider departing in the morning to maximize your time in Decatur. The longest stretch without a required exit is 67 miles on I-65, so plan your needs before getting on that segment. Since it's a relatively short drive, you have flexibility in your departure time and can easily make it a relaxed journey.
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 49.6 miles from Moody, AL, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67 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 22 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.6 miles or 1h 2m 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 36m
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 Moody, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Moody, AL
This is one driving day of about 99.1 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Moody, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 67 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.6 miles from Moody, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67 miles.
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 175 decision points cluster between mile 18.6 and 91 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
18.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward AL 79: Tallapoosa Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 128
Toward AL 79: Tallapoosa Street
8
19 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Keep slight right at fork toward AL 79 North: Tallapoosa Street North, Tarrant
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward AL 79 North: Tallapoosa Street North, Ta...
6
21.1 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
Erwin Dairy Road
At end of road, turn right onto Erwin Dairy Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
7
22.7 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
US 31 / Decatur Highway
Turn sharp right onto US 31 / Decatur Highway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
91 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
Take the exit toward 67: Decatur, Priceville, Somerville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 334
Toward 67: Decatur, Priceville, Somerville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.97 one way
$29.93 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $16.43 | $32.86 |
| premium | $4.56 | $17.79 | $35.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.88 | $43.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.41 | $4.76 |
| Efficient EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.67 | $3.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.6 | 0 | $13.87 | $6.34 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Morning in Decatur on Tuesday
Local time
6:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 1m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience for 90% of this 99.1-mile journey. You'll encounter a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 67 miles primarily on I-65. This means you'll be on fast-paced interstates for the majority of your travel time. The drive is designed for efficiency, allowing you to cover ground quickly. While the specific roads change, the character remains largely consistent with open highway cruising.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 67 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and I 20. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 99.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 18.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 19 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.1 miles (Erwin Dairy Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Moody, AL and Decatur, AL, road signs point toward Tarrant, 67: Decatur, Priceville and Somerville.
Tarrant
19 mi in
|
~24m
67: Decatur
91 mi in
|
~1h 47m
Priceville
91 mi in
|
~1h 47m
Somerville
91 mi in
|
~1h 47m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 99.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 67 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Decatur, AL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 18.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 19 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.1 miles (Erwin Dairy Road): 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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