How far is Birmingham, AL from Argo, AL?
The driving distance from Birmingham, AL to Argo, AL is about 23.7 miles (38.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 20.9 miles (33.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Birmingham and Argo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham and Argo.
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Start on 24th Street North
14 m · 3 sec · 24th Street North
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Turn right onto 5th Avenue North
57 m · 4 sec · 5th Avenue North
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Keep slight left to continue on 5th Avenue North
1728 ft · 34 sec · 5th Avenue North
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Continue on Messer Airport Highway
2.7 mi · 5 min · Messer Airport Highway
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 20 East, I 59 North: Gadsden, Atlanta
1316 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
603 ft · 9 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 59 North: Gadsden
17.4 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Argo
1228 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Argo
51 m · 4 sec
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Turn slight right onto Liles Lane
614 ft · 16 sec · Liles Lane
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Turn left onto Main Street
2124 ft · 40 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Argo-Margaret Road
1.8 mi · 4 min · Argo-Margaret Road
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Turn right onto Trace Way
670 ft · 32 sec · Trace Way
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Mason Circle
61 m · 9 sec · Mason Circle
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mason Circle
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Birmingham and Argo.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
I 59 North
Keep slight left to continue on I 59 North: Gadsden
17.4 mi · 00h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Birmingham and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Argo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Birmingham to Argo?
The road trip is about 23.7 miles (38.2 km) and usually takes 00h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Trussville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.9 miles from Birmingham and 11.9 miles from Argo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.9 miles (33.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.18 one way or $6.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Birmingham and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Argo.
Stop Ideas Near Trussville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Birmingham and Argo. Straight-line distance: 20.87 mi (33.58 km).
#1 Birmingham
The most populous city in Alabama.
| Population | 206,950 |
| Coordinates | 33.5206600, -86.8024900 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Argo
Town in Jefferson County, Alabama, USA
| Population | 4,278 |
| Coordinates | 33.6877800, -86.5005100 |
| Altitude | 248 |
| Country | United States |
End: Argo (-86.50051, 33.68778)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 38 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
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 | $3.18 | $6.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $3.58 | $7.16 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $3.89 | $7.77 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $4.55 | $9.10 |
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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