Decatur, Alabama to Houston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

593.4 miles 955 km · straight line
746 miles actual route 1200.5 km · driving distance
13h 43min estimated drive time
$72 - $88 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
238° WSW bearing direction

How far is Decatur, Alabama from Houston?

The distance from Decatur, Alabama to Houston is 593.4 miles (955 km) as the crow flies. Houston is located WSW of Decatur, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 746 miles, taking about 13h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Both are located in United States — Decatur, Alabama in Alabama and Houston in Texas.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Decatur, Alabama and Houston. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Houston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 43min $72 - $88 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 28min $60–$112* Budget
Train ~17h 50min $90–$261* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Decatur, Alabama & Houston

Quick Facts

Decatur, Alabama
34.61°N, 86.98°W
America/Chicago
171m elevation
Houston
29.76°N, 95.37°W
America/Chicago
15m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 198 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM