Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
25m
Distance
19.2 mi
31 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Morris, AL
Franco Monsalvo
If you are looking for a quick transition from the heart of Birmingham to Morris, this 19.2-mile journey is a straightforward commute. The trip typically takes about 25 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via I-65, US-31, and 6th Avenue North to complete the transit. With a modest fuel budget of just $3, this drive is highly economical for those moving between these two Southeast locations. Because of the short distance and efficient highway connectivity, you certainly won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. It serves as a practical, no-frills connection within Alabama that favors speed over sightseeing.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 14.9 mi | 17m |
| US 31 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| 6th Avenue North | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Morris Majestic Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Mary Buckelew Parkway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 24th Street North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Stouts Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham, AL and Morris, AL.
Start on 24th Street North
Turn left onto 6th Avenue North
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 65
Take the exit
Turn right onto Mary Buckelew Parkway
At end of road, turn left onto US 31
Turn right onto Morris Majestic Road
Turn left onto Stouts Road
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 19.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto 6th Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward I 65 North
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward AL 3: Morris
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn left onto Stouts Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.90 one way
$5.80 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.18 | $6.37 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.45 | $6.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.24 | $8.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.7 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 | 5.8 | 0 | $2.02 | $0.92 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.68 | $0.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
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
Late night in Birmingham on Tuesday
Local time
3:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Sunny
Destination
Late night in Morris on Tuesday
Local time
3:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
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.
Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience as you cover the 19.2 miles between these two Alabama points. Roughly 89% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on major roads, providing a consistent pace throughout the drive. You will spend the bulk of your journey on a 14.9-mile stretch of I-65, which functions as the primary artery for this route. While the transition from the city streets onto the interstate is quick, the drive maintains a reliable, interstate-oriented personality until you reach your destination. It is a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes direct movement rather than winding, technical local roads.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 31. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 6th Avenue North.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 25m drive. You will face about 7 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 (6th Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (I 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 25m. Total distance: 19.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Straightforward navigation.
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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