Origin
Birmingham, AL
Late night in Birmingham on Tuesday
Local time
4:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Birmingham, AL to Bynum, 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 3m
Distance
53 mi
85 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Birmingham, AL
Wikimedia Commons
Bynum, AL
Haberdoedas Photography
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward local excursion, the 53-mile journey from Birmingham to Bynum is an ideal choice for a single-day trip. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 3 minutes behind the wheel, making this a very manageable drive through the Southeast. Budget roughly $8 for fuel to cover the distance, which is quite economical for a quick getaway. Because the route relies entirely on local roads rather than interstates, you will stay off the highways for the duration of the trip. It is a simple, turn-heavy path that works perfectly for a casual afternoon outing without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 43 mi | 47m |
| 1st Avenue North | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Bynum Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| US 78 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| John N Wills Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| 24th Street North | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Mudd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 64th Street North | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 43 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham, AL and Bynum, AL.
1
Start on 24th Street North
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
24th Street North
2
Turn left onto US 11
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
1st Avenue North
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto 64th Street North
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
64th Street North
4
Turn right onto 1st Avenue South
283 ft
·
6 sec
·
1st Avenue South
5
Turn left
146 ft
·
5 sec
6
At end of road, turn left
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 20 East: Atlanta
7
Merge onto I 20
43 mi
·
47 min
·
I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 173
Toward Eastaboga
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto Eastaboga Road
520 ft
·
10 sec
·
Eastaboga Road
10
Continue on John N Wills Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
John N Wills Avenue
11
Continue on Mudd Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Mudd Street
12
Turn right onto US 78
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
US 78
13
Turn slight left onto Bynum Boulevard
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Bynum Boulevard
14
Arrive at destination
Bynum Boulevard
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.5 miles from Birmingham, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 47.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 11 / 1st Avenue North
Turn left onto US 11 / 1st Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
4.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
1st Avenue South
Turn right onto 1st Avenue South
Navigation decision point
6
4.4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
At end of road, turn left toward I 20 East: Atlanta
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 20 East: Atlanta
5
4.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 20
Merge onto I 20
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
47.5 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward Eastaboga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 173
Toward Eastaboga
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.00 one way
$16.01 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.79 | $17.57 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.51 | $19.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.70 | $23.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.64 | $2.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.42 | $3.39 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Bynum, AL
Late night in Bynum on Tuesday
Local time
4:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
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 3m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate through the urban and suburban landscape. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route keeps you on surface streets like 1st Avenue North, 64th Street North, and 1st Avenue South. With a highway share of 0%, you won't be dealing with high-speed, multi-lane traffic flow. The experience is defined by the constant adjustments and neighborhood navigation required by the local road network. Since there are no designated long, uninterrupted stretches, you should prepare for a steady, hands-on driving experience from start to finish.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and 1st Avenue North. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 11 / 1st 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 3m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 11 / 1st Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles (1st Avenue South): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
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 Birmingham, AL to Bynum, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Eastaboga along the way.
Eastaboga
47.5 mi in
|
~54m
About the Cities
Starting 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 3m. Total distance: 53 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 43 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 0.3 miles (US 11 / 1st Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles (1st Avenue South): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
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 Bynum, 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.
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