Origin
Birmingham, AL
Night in Birmingham on Tuesday
Local time
10:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Birmingham, AL to Cedar Bluff, AL
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
91.3 mi
147 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
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6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 41m
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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Cedar Bluff, AL
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Embark on a straightforward 91.3-mile journey from Birmingham, Alabama, to Cedar Bluff, Alabama, a trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes. This route is comfortably manageable as a day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You'll be spending about 64% of your drive on highways, making for an efficient travel experience. With an estimated fuel cost of around $14, this drive is quite budget-friendly. Both your origin and destination are within the Southeast region, offering a consistent regional feel throughout your travels. This is a practical option for those seeking a direct and uncomplicated drive.
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
45.6 miles from Birmingham, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is primarily a highway-focused drive, with Interstate 59 and Interstate 759 forming the backbone of your journey for a significant portion. Expect about 64% of your travel to be on these faster-paced roads. You'll encounter one long stretch of uninterrupted driving for 51.7 miles on I-59, allowing for a steady pace. While the majority of the route sticks to major interstates, transitions onto local roads like Ewing Avenue will occur, offering a slight change in scenery and speed before rejoining the interstate system. The overall character is efficient and direct.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 59 is the longest continuous segment at about 51.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 59 and Ewing Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 91.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.5 miles (I 59): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.1 mi into trip
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~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 20 East, I 59 North: Gadsden, Atlanta
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 20 East, I 59 North: Gadsden, Atlanta
7
3.5 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 59
Keep slight left at fork onto I 59 toward I 59 North: Gadsden
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 59 North: Gadsden
5
55.1 mi into trip
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~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward I 759: Gadsden
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 182
Toward I 759: Gadsden
7
60.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward US 411 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4B
Toward US 411 North
5
91.3 mi into trip
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~1h 45m in
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Old Hwy 9
Turn left onto Old Hwy 9
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 59 | 51.7 mi | 55m |
| Ewing Avenue | 20.3 mi | 23m |
| I 759 | 4.4 mi | 4m |
| Cedar Bluff Road | 3 mi | 3m |
| Messer Airport Highway | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| State Route 9 | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| South Albert Rains Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Clarence E Chestnut Jr Bypass | 2.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 59
— 51.7 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham, AL and Cedar Bluff, AL.
1
Start on 24th Street North
46 ft
·
3 sec
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24th Street North
2
Turn right onto 5th Avenue North
188 ft
·
3 sec
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5th Avenue North
3
Keep slight left at fork onto 5th Avenue North
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
5th Avenue North
4
Continue on Messer Airport Highway
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Messer Airport Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 20 East, I 59 North: Gadsden, Atlanta
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 20; I 59
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
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I 20; I 59
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 59
52 mi
·
55 min
·
I 59
Toward I 59 North: Gadsden
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 182
Toward I 759: Gadsden
9
Continue on I 759
4.4 mi
·
4 min
·
I 759
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 4B
Toward US 411 North
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto US 411
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
Rainbow Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Continue on US 411
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Albert Rains Boulevard
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on US 411
20 mi
·
23 min
·
Ewing Avenue
14
Turn left onto US 411; AL 68
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Clarence E Chestnut Jr Bypass
15
Turn left onto AL 68
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Cedar Bluff Road
16
Continue on AL 9; AL 68
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 9
17
Turn left onto AL 68
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
South Weiss Lake Drive
18
Turn left onto Old Hwy 9
44 ft
·
1 sec
·
Old Hwy 9
19
Arrive at destination
Old Hwy 9
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 45 minutes, this drive offers considerable flexibility. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize your day at your destination. While there are no designated stops mentioned, keep in mind the longest stretch without a major change in road is 51.7 miles on I-59, so plan for a brief pause before or after this segment if needed. The fuel cost is estimated at $14, so ensure you have adequate fuel before leaving Birmingham. Watching for the transition from I-759 back to I-59 will be a key point to stay on course.
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 45.6 miles from Birmingham, AL, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.7 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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.6 miles or 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cedar Bluff, 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 91.3 miles and 1h 45m.
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.
The longest stretch is on I 59 for about 51.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.6 mi from Birmingham, AL · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.6 miles from Birmingham, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cedar Bluff, AL
The final approach into Cedar Bluff, 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 Cedar Bluff, 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
$13.79 one way
$27.58 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $15.14 | $30.27 |
| premium | $4.56 | $16.39 | $32.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.16 | $40.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.59 | $4.38 |
| Efficient EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.99 | $3.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.5 | 0 | $12.78 | $5.84 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Cedar Bluff, AL
Night in Cedar Bluff on Tuesday
Local time
10:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Oneonta, AL
46 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
3 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 45m 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 Cedar Bluff, AL covers 91.3 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 59, Ewing Avenue, I 759. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.6 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 $13.79 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 91.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.5 miles (I 59): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Birmingham, AL to Cedar Bluff, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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