How far is Bayou La Batre, AL from Birmingham, AL?
The driving distance from Bayou La Batre, AL to Birmingham, AL is about 282.9 miles (455.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 231.5 miles (372.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Town in Marengo County, Alabama, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bayou La Batre and Birmingham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bayou La Batre and Birmingham.
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Start on South Wintzell Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · South Wintzell Avenue
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Turn right onto Padgett Switch Road
5.9 mi · 10 min · Padgett Switch Road
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Continue on CR 39
3.1 mi · 4 min · CR 39
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Take the ramp slight right
1867 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
9.2 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 65 North: Montgomery
3020 ft · 44 sec
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Continue straight
258.9 mi · 4 hr 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 11: 3rd Avenue North
811 ft · 21 sec
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Turn right onto 3rd Avenue North
1.2 km · 1 min · 3rd Avenue North
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Turn left onto 19th Street North
760 ft · 17 sec · 19th Street North
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Turn right onto 5th Avenue North
2431 ft · 51 sec · 5th Avenue North
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Turn right onto 24th Street North
14 m · 1 sec · 24th Street North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 24th Street North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bayou La Batre and Birmingham.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 65 North
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259 mi · 04h 42m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bayou La Batre to Birmingham?
The road trip is about 282.9 miles (455.3 km) and usually takes 04h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Providence is a useful midpoint, sitting about 140.6 miles from Bayou La Batre and 142.4 miles from Birmingham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 231.5 miles (372.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 51.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:28 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.79 one way or $75.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 88.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Bayou La Batre and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Birmingham.
Stop Ideas Near Providence
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bayou La Batre and Birmingham. Straight-line distance: 231.44 mi (372.47 km).
#1 Bayou La Batre
City in Mobile County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 2,457 |
| Coordinates | 30.4035200, -88.2485200 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Birmingham
The most populous city in Alabama.
| Population | 206,950 |
| Coordinates | 33.5206600, -86.8024900 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
End: 24th Street North (-86.802565, 33.520626)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 455 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $37.79 | $75.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $42.50 | $85.01 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $46.16 | $92.32 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $54.04 | $108.08 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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