Origin
Birmingham, AL
Night in Birmingham on Tuesday
Local time
9:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Birmingham, AL to Taylor, AL
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
2h 36m
Distance
121.9 mi
196 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 26m
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6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 58m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 45m
5 PM
2h 56m
8 PM
2h 30m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Birmingham, AL to Taylor, AL covers 121.9 miles and takes about 2h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 65, Hobbie Road, Norman Bridge Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 89.2 miles on I 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.41 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
60.9 miles from Birmingham, AL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 36m highway drive covering 121.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 65 and Hobbie Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 89.2 miles on I 65.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 89.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and Hobbie Road. 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.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 36m drive. You will face about 12 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 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.8 mi into trip
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~3m in
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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
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I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
91.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
Take the exit toward Fairview Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 169
Toward Fairview Avenue
7
91.4 mi into trip
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~1h 42m in
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West Fairview Avenue
Turn left onto West Fairview Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 89.2 mi | 1h 38m |
| Hobbie Road | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| Norman Bridge Road | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| AL 94 | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| Ramer Grady Road | 4.2 mi | 10m |
| South Court Street | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Meriwether Trail | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| 1st Avenue North | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 89.2 mi, about 1h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham, AL and Taylor, 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
89 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 169
Toward Fairview Avenue
8
Turn left onto West Fairview Avenue
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
West Fairview Avenue
Use the straight lane.
9
At end of road, turn right onto West Fairview Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Fairview Avenue
10
Turn right onto South Court Street
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
South Court Street
11
Continue on US 331
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Norman Bridge Road
12
Continue on US 331
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Hobbie Road
13
Turn left onto AL 94
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
AL 94
14
Turn slight left onto AL 94
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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AL 94
15
Turn sharp right onto Ramer Grady Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Ramer Grady Road
16
Keep slight right at fork onto Ramer Grady Road
3.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Ramer Grady Road
17
Turn slight right onto Meriwether Trail
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Meriwether Trail
18
Arrive at destination
Meriwether Trail
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 60.9 miles from Birmingham, AL, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.2 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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.9 miles or 1h 8m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Taylor, 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 121.9 miles and 2h 36m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 65 for about 89.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.9 mi from Birmingham, AL · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 60.9 miles from Birmingham, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 89.2 miles.
Arriving in Taylor, AL
The final approach into Taylor, 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 Taylor, 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
$18.41 one way
$36.82 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $20.21 | $40.42 |
| premium | $4.56 | $21.88 | $43.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.91 | $53.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.80 | $5.85 |
| Efficient EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.67 | $4.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.8 | 0 | $17.07 | $7.80 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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
Taylor, AL
Night in Taylor on Tuesday
Local time
9:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
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61 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
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 36m 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 Taylor, AL covers 121.9 miles and takes about 2h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 65, Hobbie Road, Norman Bridge Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60.9 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 $18.41 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 36m drive. You will face about 12 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.
The route from Birmingham, AL to Taylor, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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