Origin
Birmingham, AL
Afternoon in Birmingham on Friday
Local time
3:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Birmingham, AL to Marbury, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
66.1 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 16m
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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Marbury, AL
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Trip Overview
Birmingham, AL to Marbury, AL is 66.1 miles and takes about 1h 19m via I 65, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within the Southeast region, specifically Alabama, making it a simple point-to-point trip. With a very short duration, you won't encounter significant changes in scenery or climate. It’s a practical choice for a quick journey, whether you're heading out for the day or just need to cover a short distance efficiently.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 66.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 83% of the journey on major roads like I 65. You'll experience a long stretch of 53.8 miles on I 65, offering a consistent, fast-paced driving experience. The road's personality is largely defined by its interstate nature, minimizing complex turns or slowdowns. Expect a smooth, uninterrupted flow of traffic for the majority of the trip, allowing you to maintain a steady pace.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 53.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and 7th Street South. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near US 11; US 78 / 3rd Avenue North.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 19m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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.
6
55.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward 31, 22: Clanton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 205
Toward 31, 22: Clanton
8
56.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward 31, 22
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 205
Toward 31, 22
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Birmingham, AL to Marbury, AL, road signs begin pointing toward 22: Clanton along the way.
22: Clanton
55.9 mi in
|
~1h 3m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 53.8 mi | 59m |
| 7th Street South | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| 1st Avenue North | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| AL 143 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| 24th Street North | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 9th Street North | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 3rd Avenue North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Autauga County 20 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 53.8 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham, AL and Marbury, 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
54 mi
·
59 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 205
Toward 31, 22: Clanton
8
Keep slight left at fork
167 ft
·
7 sec
Exit 205
Toward 31, 22
9
Turn left onto US 31; AL 22
8.6 mi
·
12 min
·
7th Street South
10
Turn left onto AL 143
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
AL 143
11
Turn right onto Autauga County 20
346 ft
·
16 sec
·
Autauga County 20
12
Turn left onto Hunter Loop Road
101 ft
·
4 sec
·
Hunter Loop Road
13
Arrive at destination
Hunter Loop Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.1 mi from Birmingham, AL · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.1 miles from Birmingham, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Marbury, AL
The final approach into Marbury, AL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.98 one way
$19.97 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.96 | $21.92 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.86 | $23.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.59 | $29.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.78 | $2.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.25 | $4.23 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Marbury, AL
Afternoon in Marbury on Friday
Local time
3:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1h 19m 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 Marbury, AL covers 66.1 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, 7th Street South, 1st Avenue North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.1 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 $9.98 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 straightforward 1h 19m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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.
On the drive from Birmingham, AL to Marbury, AL, road signs begin pointing toward 22: Clanton along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument.
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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