Origin
Birmingham, AL
Night in Birmingham on Tuesday
Local time
9:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Birmingham, AL to Bynum, AL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
53 mi
85 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
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6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Birmingham, AL
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Bynum, AL
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward local excursion, the 53-mile journey from Birmingham to Bynum is an ideal choice for a single-day trip. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 3 minutes behind the wheel, making this a very manageable drive through the Southeast. Budget roughly $8 for fuel to cover the distance, which is quite economical for a quick getaway. Because the route relies entirely on local roads rather than interstates, you will stay off the highways for the duration of the trip. It is a simple, turn-heavy path that works perfectly for a casual afternoon outing without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
26.5 miles from Birmingham, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate through the urban and suburban landscape. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route keeps you on surface streets like 1st Avenue North, 64th Street North, and 1st Avenue South. With a highway share of 0%, you won't be dealing with high-speed, multi-lane traffic flow. The experience is defined by the constant adjustments and neighborhood navigation required by the local road network. Since there are no designated long, uninterrupted stretches, you should prepare for a steady, hands-on driving experience from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
1st Avenue North is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Birmingham, AL to Bynum, AL is easy. At 1h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Birmingham, AL to Bynum, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Avenue North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 64th Street North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 1st Avenue South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 20 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Eastaboga | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Eastaboga Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| John N Wills Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mudd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
1st Avenue North
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham, AL and Bynum, AL.
1
Start on 24th Street North
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
24th Street North
2
Turn left onto 1st Avenue North
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
1st Avenue North
3
Turn right onto 64th Street North
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
64th Street North
4
Turn right onto 1st Avenue South
282 ft
·
6 sec
·
1st Avenue South
5
Turn left
148 ft
·
5 sec
6
At the end of the road, turn left onto I 20 East: Atlanta
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
I 20 East: Atlanta
7
Merge slight left
43 mi
·
47 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward Eastaboga
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
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Eastaboga
9
Turn left onto Eastaboga Road
522 ft
·
10 sec
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Eastaboga Road
10
Continue on John N Wills Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
John N Wills Avenue
11
Continue on Mudd Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Mudd Street
12
Turn right
1.5 mi
·
2 min
13
Turn slight left onto Bynum Boulevard
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Bynum Boulevard
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 1-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about complex stop planning or rest breaks given the brevity of the trip, but keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the roads can make the drive feel longer than the clock suggests. Keep your fuel budget around $8 in mind, and ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Birmingham so you don't have to hunt for a station along the way. Because this route stays exclusively on local thoroughfares, prioritize checking your GPS for traffic alerts on 1st Avenue before you pull out of your driveway to ensure the smoothest possible navigation.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 26.5 miles from Birmingham, AL, or about 31m into the drive.
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 53 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.5 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bynum, 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 53 miles and 1h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Birmingham, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.5 mi from Birmingham, AL · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.5 miles from Birmingham, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bynum, AL
The final approach into Bynum, AL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bynum, AL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.00 one way
$16.01 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.79 | $17.57 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.51 | $19.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.70 | $23.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.64 | $2.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.42 | $3.39 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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.
Destination
Bynum, AL
Night in Bynum on Tuesday
Local time
9:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Oneonta, AL
27 mi in
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
4 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
1h 3m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Birmingham, AL to Bynum, AL covers 53 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 1st Avenue North, 64th Street North, 1st Avenue South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.5 miles from Birmingham, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.00 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Birmingham, AL to Bynum, AL is easy. At 1h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Birmingham, AL to Bynum, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Birmingham, AL to Bynum, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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