Decatur, Alabama to Greenwood, Mississippi: Road Trip Guide & Distance

197.8 miles 318.4 km · straight line
247.3 miles estimated 398 km · driving distance
4h 59min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
249° WSW bearing direction

How far is Decatur, Alabama from Greenwood, Mississippi?

The distance from Decatur, Alabama to Greenwood, Mississippi is 197.8 miles (318.4 km) as the crow flies. Greenwood, Mississippi is located WSW of Decatur, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 247.3 miles, taking about 4h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Decatur, Alabama in Alabama and Greenwood, Mississippi in Mississippi.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Decatur, Alabama and Greenwood, Mississippi. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Decatur, Alabama to Greenwood, Mississippi

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 59min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 59min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 44min $30–$87* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Decatur, Alabama & Greenwood, Mississippi

Quick Facts

Decatur, Alabama
34.61°N, 86.98°W
America/Chicago
171m elevation
Greenwood, Mississippi
33.52°N, 90.18°W
America/Chicago
40m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 66 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 125.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients