Origin
Birmingham, AL
Late night in Birmingham on Tuesday
Local time
4:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Birmingham, AL to Jasper, 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
48m
Distance
41.4 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
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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Jasper, AL
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Trip Overview
Birmingham, AL to Jasper, AL is 41.4 miles and takes about 48m via I-22 and I-65, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused trip primarily within Alabama, connecting two points in the Southeast region. Given its short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing for plenty of flexibility. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently. Consider this drive for a quick, no-fuss journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 22 | 32.5 mi | 34m |
| I 65 | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| AL 269 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 6th Avenue North | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| 20th Street West | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 24th Street North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 3rd Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 22
— 32.5 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham, AL and Jasper, AL.
1
Start on 24th Street North
523 ft
·
19 sec
·
24th Street North
2
Turn left onto 6th Avenue North
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
6th Avenue North
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 65 North
4
Merge onto I 65
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
I 65
Use the slight left / straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
1.2 mi
·
1 min
Exit 265A
Toward I 22 West: Memphis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 22
32 mi
·
34 min
·
I 22
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward 269: Jasper, Parrish
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward 269: Jasper
Use the right lane.
9
Turn straight onto AL 269
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
AL 269
10
Turn right onto 20th Street West
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
20th Street West
11
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue
41 ft
·
1 sec
·
3rd Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
3rd Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.7 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 39.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
6th Avenue North
Turn left onto 6th Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 65
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight / slight right lanes.
7
5.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 22 West: Memphis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 265A
Toward I 22 West: Memphis
5
39 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward 269: Jasper, Parrish
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward 269: Jasper, Parrish
7
39.4 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 269: Jasper
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward 269: Jasper
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.25 one way
$12.50 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $6.86 | $13.73 |
| premium | $4.56 | $7.43 | $14.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.14 | $18.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.80 | $2.65 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Jasper, AL
Late night in Jasper on Tuesday
Local time
4:36 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
48m 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 drive is predominantly a highway experience, with 91% of the route utilizing major interstates like I-22 and I-65. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 32.5 miles on I-22, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. The character remains largely highway-focused throughout, meaning you can expect relatively smooth, high-speed travel. While there aren't dramatic shifts in scenery, the ease of interstate driving makes this route predictable and efficient for covering the 41.4 miles.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.5 mi on I 22.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 22 and I 65. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 6th Avenue North.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 41.4 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (6th Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Between Birmingham, AL and Jasper, AL, road signs point toward 269: Jasper and Parrish.
269: Jasper
39 mi in
|
~44m
Parrish
39 mi in
|
~44m
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.
Arriving in Jasper, AL
Full guide →Founded 1815
Top landmarks
- • Jasper Downtown Historic District — historic district in Jasper, Alabama
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 48m. Total distance: 41.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.5 miles on I 22. 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 (6th Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Birmingham Civil Rights 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 Jasper, 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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