Trip from Birmingham, AL to Carbon Hill, AL

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Drive Time

1h 5m

Distance

55.9 mi

90 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$8

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min

4 AM

1h 0m ★

6 AM

1h 5m

8 AM

1h 16m

10 AM

1h 9m

12 PM

1h 8m

3 PM

1h 10m

5 PM

1h 15m

8 PM

1h 2m

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

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Trip Overview

If you are looking for a quick getaway from Birmingham to Carbon Hill, this 55.9-mile trip is an efficient choice that takes roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes. Since the entire journey fits easily into a single day, you can comfortably complete the drive there and back without needing an overnight stay. Your estimated fuel cost for the trip is approximately $9, making this an affordable excursion within Alabama. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major corridors, specifically I-65, I-22, and AL-118. Because this route is entirely contained within the Southeast region, you will remain in a familiar environment throughout your travel. It is a straightforward, no-nonsense path that serves as a practical connection between these two cities.

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

27.9 miles from Birmingham, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a trip defined by high-speed efficiency, as about 93% of the journey consists of highway driving. You will spend a significant portion of your time on I-22, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 41.8 miles. The road maintains a consistent, highway-focused character that prioritizes speed over local winding roads. While the transition from the Birmingham metropolitan area onto the interstate is brisk, the drive settles into a predictable rhythm once you hit the main highway segments. You should be prepared for a focused, interstate-heavy experience that is designed for getting you to your destination as directly as possible.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

6th Avenue North is one of the defining roads on this drive.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

609 ft 339 ft

Total Climb

220 ft

Total Descent

354 ft

Highest Point

609 ft

Elevation Range

270 ft

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 Carbon Hill, AL is easy. At 1h 5m 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 Carbon Hill, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
6th Avenue North	Unavailable	Refreshing
I 65 North	Unavailable	Refreshing
I 22 West	Unavailable	Refreshing
Northeast 1st Avenue	Unavailable	Refreshing
Nauvoo Road	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: 6th Avenue North — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on 24th Street North

522 ft · 20 sec · 24th Street North

2

Turn left onto 6th Avenue North

1.2 mi · 2 min · 6th Avenue North

3

Take the ramp slight right toward I 65 North

0.2 mi · 21 sec · I 65 North

4

Merge slight left

3.8 mi · 5 min

5

Take the exit slight right toward I 22 West: Memphis

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 22 West: Memphis

6

Continue straight

42 mi · 44 min

7

Take the exit slight right

0.3 mi · 42 sec

8

Keep slight right

0.1 mi · 19 sec

9

At the end of the road, turn left

2.0 mi · 2 min

10

Continue straight

4.4 mi · 6 min

11

Continue on Northeast 1st Avenue

0.5 mi · 59 sec · Northeast 1st Avenue

12

Turn right onto Nauvoo Road

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Nauvoo Road

13

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a short trip of just over an hour, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about pacing multiple stops, as the direct nature of the route allows you to drive straight through without scheduled breaks. Keeping a close eye on your fuel gauge is simple given the $9 estimated cost, but it is always wise to ensure you have a full tank before leaving the Birmingham area. Because I-22 serves as the primary backbone of your trip, check for any traffic alerts or construction updates on that specific interstate before you head out. This route’s simplicity is its greatest strength, allowing you to focus on the road ahead rather than complex 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 27.9 miles from Birmingham, AL, or about 32m 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 55.9 miles or 1h 5m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 27.9 miles or 32m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 55m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Carbon Hill, 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 55.9 miles and 1h 5m.

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 27.9 mi from Birmingham, AL · 32m into the drive

city in Walker County, Alabama, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cordova, AL

28 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

Double Springs, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 55.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cordova, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 27.9 miles from Birmingham, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Carbon Hill, AL

The final approach into Carbon Hill, 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 Carbon Hill, 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

$8.44 one way

$16.88 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 20 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$9.27	$18.54
premium	$4.56	$10.03	$20.07
diesel	$5.61	$12.34	$24.68

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: 19.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	16.8	$5.87	$2.68
Efficient EV	14	$4.89	$2.24
EV Truck/SUV	22.4	$7.83	$3.58

Gas CO2

20 kg

EV CO2

7 kg (65% 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 data refreshed 3 hours ago

Origin

Birmingham, AL

Night in Birmingham on Tuesday

Local time

10:48 PM

CDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Carbon Hill, AL

Night in Carbon Hill on Tuesday

Local time

10:48 PM

CDT

Current temp

84°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

78°F

Cordova, AL

28 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

35 degrees warmer at arrival

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

Road read

1h 5m 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 Carbon Hill, AL covers 55.9 miles and takes about 1h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are 6th Avenue North, I 65 North, I 22 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 27.9 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 $8.44 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 Carbon Hill, AL is easy. At 1h 5m 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 Carbon Hill, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Birmingham, AL to Carbon Hill, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 339 ft to 609 ft elevation with about 220 ft of total climbing.