Decatur, Alabama to Morristown, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

235.5 miles 379 km · straight line
294.4 miles estimated 473.8 km · driving distance
5h 55min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
61° ENE bearing direction

How far is Decatur, Alabama from Morristown, Tennessee?

The distance from Decatur, Alabama to Morristown, Tennessee is 235.5 miles (379 km) as the crow flies. Morristown, Tennessee is located ENE of Decatur, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 294.4 miles, taking about 5h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Decatur, Alabama in Alabama and Morristown, Tennessee in Tennessee.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Decatur, Alabama and Morristown, Tennessee. 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 Morristown, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 55min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 6min $24–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 37min $35–$103* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Decatur, Alabama & Morristown, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Decatur, Alabama
34.61°N, 86.98°W
America/Chicago
171m elevation
Morristown, Tennessee
36.21°N, 83.29°W
America/New_York
397m 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 105.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients