Origin
Morris, AL
Late night in Morris on Tuesday
Local time
4:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morris, 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
25m
Distance
19 mi
31 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 24m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morris, AL
Franco Monsalvo
Birmingham, AL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from Morris to Birmingham, this 19-mile trip is an ideal candidate for a single-day journey. Expect to spend about 25 minutes behind the wheel, making this a highly efficient commute or short-distance excursion within Alabama. With a fuel budget of just $3, it is an incredibly economical route that won't strain your travel wallet. Since the entire trip takes place within the Southeast region, you will experience a seamless transition between these two locations. Whether you are running errands or heading into the city for the day, this drive offers straightforward logistics that are easy to manage. You certainly won't need an overnight stay to complete this simple transit.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 65 | 12.6 mi | 14m |
| US 31 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| 5th Avenue North | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Mary Buckelew Parkway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Morris Majestic Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| 19th Street North | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Reverend Abraham Woods Jr Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Stouts Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 65
— 12.6 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morris, AL and Birmingham, AL.
1
Start on Stouts Road
80 ft
·
5 sec
·
Stouts Road
2
Turn right onto Morris Majestic Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Morris Majestic Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 31
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US 31
4
Turn right onto Mary Buckelew Parkway
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Mary Buckelew Parkway
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
6
Merge onto I 65
9.0 mi
·
9 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 265
Toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 22 West: Memphis
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Montgomery
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 65
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Exit 261A
Toward 17th Street North, Downtown
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Turn left onto Reverend Abraham Woods Jr Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Reverend Abraham Woods Jr Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Turn right onto 19th Street North
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
19th Street North
14
Turn left onto 5th Avenue North
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
5th Avenue North
15
Turn right onto 24th Street North
46 ft
·
1 sec
·
24th Street North
16
Arrive at destination
24th Street North
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 16.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Morris Majestic Road
Turn right onto Morris Majestic Road
Navigation decision point
8
12 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 265
Toward I 22 West, US 31: Memphis, Fultondale
7
12.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 22 West: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 22 West: Memphis
7
13 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Montgomery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Montgomery
8
16.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward 17th Street North, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 261A
Toward 17th Street North, Downtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.87 one way
$5.74 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.15 | $6.30 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.41 | $6.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.19 | $8.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.6 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 | 5.7 | 0 | $1.99 | $0.91 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.66 | $0.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.66 | $1.22 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Birmingham, AL
Late night in Birmingham on Tuesday
Local time
4:08 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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
25m 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 highway-focused drive is dominated by I-65, which accounts for the majority of your time on the road. With 79% of the trip spent on highways, you can expect a fairly consistent pace as you head toward Birmingham. Your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 12.6 miles on I-65, allowing you to settle into a steady rhythm before navigating the shift toward US 31 and 5th Avenue North. While the route begins in the smaller community of Morris, the transition into the city involves moving from high-speed interstate travel to more localized urban navigation. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and efficiency over scenic detours.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.6 mi on I 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 65 and US 31. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Morris Majestic Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 19 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 25m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Morris Majestic Road): Navigation decision point; at 12 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Morris, AL and Birmingham, AL, road signs point toward Fultondale, Montgomery, 17Th Street North and Downtown.
Fultondale
12 mi in
|
~15m
Montgomery
13 mi in
|
~16m
17Th Street North
16.9 mi in
|
~21m
Downtown
16.9 mi in
|
~21m
About the Cities
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 25m. Total distance: 19 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 (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.6 miles on I 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Birmingham, AL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: near the start (Morris Majestic Road): Navigation decision point; at 12 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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