Decatur, Alabama to Richmond, Kentucky: Road Trip Guide & Distance

263.8 miles 424.6 km · straight line
329.8 miles estimated 530.8 km · driving distance
6h 38min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
34° NE bearing direction

How far is Decatur, Alabama from Richmond, Kentucky?

The distance from Decatur, Alabama to Richmond, Kentucky is 263.8 miles (424.6 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Kentucky is located NE of Decatur, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 329.8 miles, taking about 6h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Decatur, Alabama in Alabama and Richmond, Kentucky in Kentucky.

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 Richmond, Kentucky. 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 Richmond, Kentucky

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 38min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 58min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 18min $40–$115* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Decatur, Alabama & Richmond, Kentucky

Quick Facts

Decatur, Alabama
34.61°N, 86.98°W
America/Chicago
171m elevation
Richmond, Kentucky
37.75°N, 84.29°W
America/New_York
289m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients