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

236.4 miles 380.5 km · straight line
295.5 miles estimated 475.6 km · driving distance
5h 57min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
212° SSW bearing direction

How far is Decatur, Alabama from Laurel, Mississippi?

The distance from Decatur, Alabama to Laurel, Mississippi is 236.4 miles (380.5 km) as the crow flies. Laurel, Mississippi is located SSW of Decatur, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 295.5 miles, taking about 5h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Decatur, Alabama in Alabama and Laurel, 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Decatur, Alabama and Laurel, 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 Laurel, Mississippi

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 57min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 8min $24–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 39min $35–$103* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Decatur, Alabama & Laurel, Mississippi

Quick Facts

Decatur, Alabama
34.61°N, 86.98°W
America/Chicago
171m elevation
Laurel, Mississippi
31.69°N, 89.13°W
America/Chicago
82m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 105.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients