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Trip from Birmingham, AL to Andalusia, AL

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 24m

Distance

180 mi

290 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 13m ★
6 AM
3h 25m
8 AM
3h 49m
10 AM
3h 33m
12 PM
3h 31m
3 PM
3h 35m
5 PM
3h 48m
8 PM
3h 18m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in and county seat of Jefferson County, Alabama, United States

Birmingham, AL

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city in Covington County, Alabama, USA

Andalusia, AL

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Trip Overview

The drive from Birmingham, AL to Andalusia, AL covers 180 miles and takes about 3h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 65, Crum Foshee Highway, AL 106 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 145.1 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.18 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

90 miles from Birmingham, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 65 145.1 mi 2h 38m
Crum Foshee Highway 17.9 mi 20m
AL 106 9.4 mi 11m
US 84 3.8 mi 5m
1st Avenue North 1.4 mi 2m
River Falls Street 0.9 mi 2m
24th Street North 0.3 mi <1m
Church Street 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 65 — 145.1 mi, about 2h 38m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham, AL and Andalusia, AL.

1

Start on 24th Street North

0.3 mi · 42 sec · 24th Street North
2

Turn right onto US 11; US 78

1.4 mi · 2 min · 1st Avenue North
3

Turn right onto US 11; US 78

0.1 mi · 16 sec · 9th Street North
4

Turn right onto US 11; US 78

439 ft · 8 sec · 3rd Avenue North
5

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 19 sec
Toward I 65 South: Montgomery
6

Merge onto I 65

145 mi · 2 hr 38 min · I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 46 sec
Toward 106, 55: Georgiana, Starlington
8

Turn left onto AL 106; AL 55

9.4 mi · 11 min · AL 106; AL 55
9

Continue on AL 55

18 mi · 20 min · Crum Foshee Highway
10

At end of road, turn left onto US 84; AL 55

3.8 mi · 5 min · US 84; AL 55
11

Continue on US 29; AL 55

0.1 mi · 19 sec · River Falls Street
12

Continue on River Falls Street

0.4 mi · 53 sec · River Falls Street
13

Continue on River Falls Road

0.1 mi · 15 sec · River Falls Road
14

Continue on River Falls Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · River Falls Street
15

Turn left onto Church Street

0.3 mi · 30 sec · Church Street
16

Enter roundabout onto Court Square

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Court Square
17

Arrive at destination

Court Square

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 90 miles from Birmingham, AL, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 145.1 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 40 miles or 45m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 90 miles or 1h 39m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 43m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Andalusia, AL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Birmingham, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Birmingham, AL

This is one driving day of about 180 miles and 3h 24m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Birmingham, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 145.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Montgomery, AL

90 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Columbiana, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Millbrook, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 90 miles from Birmingham, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 145.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Bluebird Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Andalusia, Alabama

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 180

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+13349231698

Visit website

Bay Leaf Modern Indian Cuisine & Bar - 5 Points

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Birmingham, Alabama

1.4 mi

Vintage Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Montgomery, Alabama

1.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

June Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Birmingham, Alabama

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

Visit website

Grit and Grind Coffee Andalusia

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Andalusia, Alabama

0.3 mi

Hilltop Public House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Montgomery, Alabama

0.4 mi

Bluebird Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 180

Andalusia, Alabama

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+13349231698

Visit website

Bay Leaf Modern Indian Cuisine & Bar - 5 Points

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30

Birmingham, Alabama

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+12057773070

Visit website

Vintage Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 90

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+13343561944

Visit website

Panda Express

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Inexpensiv mile 12.9

Hoover, AL

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+12054032879

Visit website

Habaneros Mexican Grill

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 12.9

Hoover, Alabama

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12053267170

Java-Time

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 180

Andalusia, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+13345046150

Visit website

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Birmingham, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–11 pm

+12057148066

Visit website

Johnny's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Homewood, Alabama

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+12058022711

Visit website

June Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10

Birmingham, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

Visit website

Grit and Grind Coffee Andalusia

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 180

Andalusia, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+13346667220

Visit website

Hilltop Public House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 90

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 6:30 am–12 pm

+13342397752

Visit website

Cala Coffee Downtown

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Birmingham, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12056321040

Visit website

Prevail Union | MGM

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 90

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+13344168399

Visit website

Prevail Union | BHM

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Birmingham, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12056490947

Visit website

Daysol Coffee Lab

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Birmingham, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

Visit website

Alicia's Coffee LLC

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Birmingham, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12055830926

Visit website

Downtown Montgomery EV Charger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 90

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

EVgo Charging Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 102.9

Hope Hull, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13346130212

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 51.4

Clanton, Alabama

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 90

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Flying J EV Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 102.9

Hope Hull, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13346130212

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 128.6

Greenville, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 90

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 25.7

Alabaster, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

McWane Science Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Birmingham, Alabama

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+12057148300

Visit website

Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Birmingham, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+12052542025

Visit website

Aldridge Gardens

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 12.9

Hoover, Alabama

Hours: 8 am–7 pm

+12057396558

Visit website

The MOOseum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 90

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+13342651867

Visit website

Vulcan Park and Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Birmingham, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+12059331409

Visit website

Birmingham Botanical Gardens

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Birmingham, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12054143950

Visit website

Breakout Games

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Homewood, Alabama

Hours: 9:45 am–10:30 pm

+12052824798

Visit website

Arlington Antebellum Home & Gardens

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Birmingham, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+12057805656

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 179.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
1.8 mi into trip | ~3m in | US 11; US 78 / 3rd Avenue North

Turn right onto US 11; US 78 / 3rd Avenue North

Navigation decision point

5
1.9 mi into trip | ~3m in

Take the ramp toward I 65 South: Montgomery

Navigation decision point

Toward I 65 South: Montgomery
5
2 mi into trip | ~3m in | I 65

Merge onto I 65

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
147.2 mi into trip | ~2h 42m in

Take the exit toward 106, 55: Georgiana, Starlington

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward 106, 55: Georgiana, Starlington
7
179.9 mi into trip | ~3h 24m in | Court Square

Enter roundabout onto Court Square

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.18 one way

$54.37 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 63 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $29.84 $59.68
premium $4.56 $32.31 $64.62
diesel $5.61 $39.74 $79.48

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 63 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 54 0 $18.90 $8.64
Efficient EV 45 0 $15.75 $7.20
EV Truck/SUV 72 0 $25.20 $11.52

Gas CO2

63 kg

EV CO2

21 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Birmingham, AL

Afternoon in Birmingham on Saturday

Local time

1:48 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Mostly Clear

S 0 to 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Destination

Andalusia, AL

Afternoon in Andalusia on Saturday

Local time

1:48 PM

CDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

11 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 24m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument

Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument

National Monument

In 1963, images of snarling police dogs unleashed against non-violent protesters and of children being sprayed with high-pressure hoses appeared in print and television news around the world. These dr...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

180 mi in 3h 24m, mostly highway — 145.1 mi of that is on I 65.

88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 145.1 mi on I 65.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Crum Foshee Highway. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near US 11; US 78 / 3rd Avenue North.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Birmingham, AL to Andalusia, AL is easy. At 3h 24m with 88% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (US 11; US 78 / 3rd Avenue North): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Birmingham, AL and Andalusia, AL, road signs point toward 55: Georgiana and Starlington.

55: Georgiana

147.2 mi in | ~2h 42m

Starlington

147.2 mi in | ~2h 42m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 24m. Total distance: 180 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 145.1 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (US 11; US 78 / 3rd Avenue North): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Andalusia, AL, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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