Decatur, Alabama to Rome, Georgia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

106.4 miles 171.2 km · straight line
133 miles estimated 214 km · driving distance
2h 41min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
103° ESE bearing direction

How far is Decatur, Alabama from Rome, Georgia?

The distance from Decatur, Alabama to Rome, Georgia is 106.4 miles (171.2 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Georgia is located ESE of Decatur, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 133 miles, taking about 2h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Decatur, Alabama in Alabama and Rome, Georgia in Georgia.

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. 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 Rome, Georgia. 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 Rome, Georgia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 41min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 13min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 33min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Decatur, Alabama & Rome, Georgia

Quick Facts

Decatur, Alabama
34.61°N, 86.98°W
America/Chicago
171m elevation
Rome, Georgia
34.26°N, 85.16°W
America/New_York
187m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 234.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients