Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
28m
Distance
21.2 mi
34 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
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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Moody, AL
Muhammad Nabeel
This straightforward 21.2-mile drive from Birmingham, AL to Moody, AL is a quick trip, estimated to take just 28 minutes. It's an easy one-day excursion, perfect for a short hop within the Southeast region. The route is primarily highway-focused, with a small fuel cost estimated at $3, making it an economical choice. You'll spend most of your time on I 20, so expect a consistent driving experience. Since it's a short distance, you won't need to worry about overnight stays or splitting the journey.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 13.7 mi | 15m |
| 1st Avenue North | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Moody Parkway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| 24th Street North | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Park Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Daniel Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 64th Street North | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 1st Avenue South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham, AL and Moody, AL.
Start on 24th Street North
Turn left onto US 11
Turn right onto 64th Street North
Turn right onto 1st Avenue South
Turn left
At end of road, turn left
Merge onto I 20
Take the exit
Turn straight onto US 411
Turn right onto CR 10
Turn left onto Daniel Drive
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 18.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 11 / 1st Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto 1st Avenue South
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left toward I 20 East: Atlanta
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Merge onto I 20
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 411 North: Moody, Odenville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$3.20 one way
$6.40 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.51 | $7.03 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.81 | $7.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.68 | $9.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.23 | $1.02 |
| Efficient EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.97 | $1.36 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Birmingham on Tuesday
Local time
6:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Sunny
Destination
Morning in Moody on Tuesday
Local time
6:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive has a strong highway focus, with 76% of the route utilizing major roadways like I 20. Expect a predominantly fast-paced experience, especially during the longest stretch of 13.7 miles on I 20. While primarily an interstate journey, you will transition onto local roads like 1st Avenue North and Moody Parkway as you approach your destination. The character of the drive is consistent, offering a direct path without significant changes in road type or speed.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and 1st Avenue North. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 11 / 1st Avenue North.
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 21.2 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.3 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.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Birmingham, AL to Moody, AL, road signs begin pointing toward Odenville along the way.
Odenville
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 28m. Total distance: 21.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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