How far is Birmingham, AL from Bynum, AL?
The driving distance from Birmingham, AL to Bynum, AL is about 53 miles (85.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.8 miles (78.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Birmingham and Bynum.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham and Bynum.
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Start on 24th Street North
1486 ft · 46 sec · 24th Street North
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Turn left onto 1st Avenue North
3.9 mi · 6 min · 1st Avenue North
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Turn right onto 64th Street North
728 ft · 16 sec · 64th Street North
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue South
86 m · 6 sec · 1st Avenue South
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Turn left
45 m · 5 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto I 20 East: Atlanta
806 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
43 mi · 47 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Eastaboga
1068 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto Eastaboga Road
159 m · 10 sec · Eastaboga Road
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Continue on John N Wills Avenue
1.4 mi · 2 min · John N Wills Avenue
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Continue on Mudd Street
1023 ft · 22 sec · Mudd Street
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Turn right
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Turn slight left onto Bynum Boulevard
2.1 mi · 3 min · Bynum Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bynum Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Birmingham and Bynum.
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 20 East
Merge slight left
43 mi · 00h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Birmingham and Sunny near Bynum.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Birmingham to Bynum?
The road trip is about 53 miles (85.3 km) and usually takes 01h 03m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Odenville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.5 miles from Birmingham and 26.5 miles from Bynum.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.8 miles (78.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.08 one way or $14.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Birmingham and Sunny near Bynum.
Stop Ideas Near Odenville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Pell City Recreation Hall
Trussville City Hall
Pell City City Council
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Odenville.
Birmingham
Anniston
Brent, AL
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Birmingham and Bynum. Straight-line distance: 48.86 mi (78.63 km).
#1 Birmingham
The most populous city in Alabama.
| Population | 206,950 |
| Coordinates | 33.5206600, -86.8024900 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bynum
Unincorporated community
| Population | 1,795 |
| Coordinates | 33.6131600, -85.9610800 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bynum (-85.96108, 33.61316)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 85 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $7.08 | $14.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.96 | $15.93 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.65 | $17.30 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $10.13 | $20.25 |
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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