Origin
Anniston, AL
Late night in Anniston on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Anniston, AL to Birmingham, AL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
62.7 mi
101 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Anniston, AL
Wikimedia Commons
Birmingham, AL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Connecting Anniston to Birmingham is a straightforward, 62.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes to complete. Because the trip is short, you can easily handle it as a single-day excursion without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-20, transitioning into the Albert P. Brewer Highway and 1st Avenue North as you approach the city. With an estimated fuel cost of just $10, this is an incredibly economical route to traverse within the Southeast region. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that serves as a reliable link between these two Alabama hubs. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a day in the city, the simplicity of this trip makes it a stress-free experience.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 48.7 mi | 53m |
| Albert P Brewer Highway | 7.9 mi | 11m |
| 1st Avenue North | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Donald G. Holmes Bypass | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Gurnee Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 24th Street North | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 64th Street South | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 48.7 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anniston, AL and Birmingham, AL.
1
Start on this road
0.1 mi
·
45 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Gurnee Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Gurnee Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto AL 202
7.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Albert P Brewer Highway
4
Continue on AL 202
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Donald G. Holmes Bypass
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 20
49 mi
·
53 min
·
I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 130B
Toward 1st Avenue South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on 64th Street South
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
64th Street South
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto US 11
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
1st Avenue North
10
Turn right onto 24th Street North
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
24th Street North
11
Arrive at destination
24th Street North
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.4 miles from Anniston, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 58.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Gurnee Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Gurnee Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
AL 202 / Albert P Brewer Highway
At end of road, turn right onto AL 202 / Albert P Brewer Highway
Navigation decision point
5
9.3 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
9.5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 20
Merge onto I 20
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
58.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward 1st Avenue South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 130B
Toward 1st Avenue South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.47 one way
$18.94 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.39 | $20.79 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.25 | $22.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.84 | $27.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.58 | $3.01 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.78 | $4.01 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Birmingham, AL
Late night in Birmingham on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°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
17 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 15m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 78% of your travel time spent on major thoroughfares. You should prepare for a primary interstate experience, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 48.7 miles along I-20. Once you exit the interstate, the character of the road shifts as you transition onto the Albert P. Brewer Highway and local city streets. Expect a steady, predictable pace that is characteristic of an interstate commute rather than a winding scenic byway. Staying focused is key during the long, consistent miles on the interstate, but the final segments through local roads provide a familiar transition into the urban environment of Birmingham.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 48.7 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and Albert P Brewer Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Gurnee Avenue.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 15m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Gurnee Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (AL 202 / Albert P Brewer Highway): Navigation decision point; at 9.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Anniston, AL to Birmingham, AL, road signs begin pointing toward 1St Avenue South along the way.
1St Avenue South
58.2 mi in
|
~1h 8m
About the Cities
Starting in Anniston, AL
Full guide →Anniston is a town of 22,000 people (2018) on the slope of the Blue Mountain in Alabama. It has several historic sites from the civil rights campaign of the 1960s.
Arriving in Birmingham, AL
Full guide →Birmingham is the largest city in Alabama, and its cultural and economic nucleus. While it's best remembered as the site of protest, bombings, and other racial tumult during the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s, visitors to the Birmingham of today will find a pleasant green city of ridges, valleys, attractive views, and friendly, hospitable people.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 62.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 48.7 miles on I 20. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Gurnee Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (AL 202 / Albert P Brewer Highway): Navigation decision point; at 9.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument and Freedom Riders National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Birmingham, AL before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Birmingham, AL
More trips to Birmingham, AL
Explore more options from Anniston, AL or browse trips ending in Birmingham, AL.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse AL road trips.