Trip from Birmingham, AL to Evergreen, AL

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 2m

Distance

82.5 mi

133 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min

4 AM

1h 54m ★

6 AM

2h 3m

8 AM

2h 20m

10 AM

2h 9m

12 PM

2h 7m

3 PM

2h 10m

5 PM

2h 20m

8 PM

1h 58m

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

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Evergreen, AL

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Birmingham to Evergreen, you are looking at a straightforward 82.5-mile journey through the heart of Alabama. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 2 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Your route will primarily utilize I-65, supplemented by segments of AL-191 and US-82. With an estimated fuel cost of only $13, this is a budget-friendly excursion within the Southeast region. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick change of scenery, the simplicity of this drive allows for maximum flexibility in your schedule. It is a practical, efficient connection between these two Alabama locations.

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

41.3 miles from Birmingham, AL

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

Drive Character

This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 89% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will quickly find a rhythm on the interstate, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 28.1 miles on I-65. The transition between the high-speed interstate and the local stretches of AL-191 and US-82 provides a noticeable shift in pace as you move toward your destination. While the interstate segments allow for steady cruising, the inclusion of state and federal highways keeps the drive from feeling like a monotonous grind. You can expect a consistent, predictable driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over technical winding roads.

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

There are about 20 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 Evergreen, AL is easy. At 2h 2m 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 Evergreen, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
1st Avenue North	—	—
9th Street North	—	—
3rd Avenue North	—	—
I 65 South	—	—
US 31	—	—
Church Street	—	—
4th Avenue North	—	—
Foshee Avenue	—	—

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: 1st Avenue North — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on 24th Street North

0.3 mi · 43 sec · 24th Street North

Turn right onto 1st Avenue North

1.4 mi · 2 min · 1st Avenue North

Turn right onto 9th Street North

0.1 mi · 17 sec · 9th Street North

Turn right onto 3rd Avenue North

440 ft · 8 sec · 3rd Avenue North

Take the ramp right toward I 65 South: Montgomery

0.2 mi · 20 sec · I 65 South: Montgomery

Merge slight left

28 mi · 32 min

Take the exit slight right toward US 31, AL 3: Saginaw, Calera, Montevallo

0.2 mi · 29 sec · US 31, AL 3: Saginaw, Calera, Montevallo

Turn right

13 mi · 18 min

Turn right onto Church Street

0.3 mi · 39 sec · Church Street

Keep slight left

14 mi · 19 min

At the end of the road, turn right onto 4th Avenue North

2.7 mi · 3 min · 4th Avenue North

Keep slight left to continue on Foshee Avenue

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Foshee Avenue

Turn left

1.6 mi · 2 min

Take the ramp right

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Turn right

102 ft · 3 sec

Turn right

13 mi · 17 min

Turn sharp right

4.1 mi · 9 min

Turn left onto Autauga County 8

3.1 mi · 12 min · Autauga County 8

Turn right onto Autauga County 40

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Autauga County 40

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Because this is a relatively short drive, you have the advantage of total flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about complex stop planning since the 2-hour duration is easily manageable in one go. Keep in mind that with $13 covering your fuel, you can afford to be spontaneous with your travel window to avoid potential peak traffic hours near Birmingham. Since the route relies heavily on I-65, monitor local traffic reports before you pull out of the driveway to ensure your 28.1-mile interstate stretch remains clear. Prioritize steady pacing to make the most of this quick, uncomplicated transit through Alabama.

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 41.3 miles from Birmingham, AL, or about 1h 1m 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 18 miles or 26m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 41.3 miles or 1h 1m 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 44m

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

Before You Leave

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

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

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 82.5 miles and 2h 2m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Birmingham, AL.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 41.3 mi from Birmingham, AL · 1h 1m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Pleasant Grove, AL

41 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

Helena, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Pleasant Grove, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 41.3 miles from Birmingham, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Evergreen, AL

The final approach into Evergreen, 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 Evergreen, 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

$12.46 one way

$24.92 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 29 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$13.68	$27.35
premium	$4.56	$14.81	$29.62
diesel	$5.61	$18.21	$36.43

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 28.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	24.8	$8.66	$3.96
Efficient EV	20.6	$7.22	$3.30
EV Truck/SUV	33	$11.55	$5.28

Gas CO2

29 kg

EV CO2

10 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Birmingham, AL

Evening in Birmingham on Wednesday

Local time

8:09 PM

CDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Evergreen, AL

Evening in Evergreen on Wednesday

Local time

8:09 PM

CDT

Current temp

78°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

29 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

2h 2m 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 Evergreen, AL covers 82.5 miles and takes about 2h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are 1st Avenue North, 9th Street North, 3rd Avenue North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 41.3 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 $12.46 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 Evergreen, AL is easy. At 2h 2m 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 Evergreen, AL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

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