How far is Birmingham, AL from Hanceville, AL?
The driving distance from Birmingham, AL to Hanceville, AL is about 43.2 miles (69.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.3 miles (60.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 51m 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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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham and Hanceville.
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Start on 24th Street North
159 m · 20 sec · 24th Street North
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Turn left onto 6th Avenue North
1.2 mi · 2 min · 6th Avenue North
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 65 North
880 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left
27.1 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 31
1408 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on 31
14.3 mi · 21 min
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Turn right onto Commercial Street Southeast
157 m · 19 sec · Commercial Street Southeast
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Turn left onto Church Avenue
89 m · 13 sec · Church Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Church Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Birmingham and Hanceville.
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
Merge slight left
27.1 mi · 00h 30m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Birmingham to Hanceville?
The road trip is about 43.2 miles (69.6 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Kimberly is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.7 miles from Birmingham and 21.6 miles from Hanceville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.3 miles (60.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.9 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 4:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.79 one way or $11.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Birmingham and Showers And Thunderstorms near Hanceville.
Stop Ideas Near Kimberly
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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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 Hanceville. Straight-line distance: 37.36 mi (60.13 km).
#1 Birmingham
The most populous city in Alabama.
| Population | 206,950 |
| Coordinates | 33.5206600, -86.8024900 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hanceville
City in Cullman County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 3,533 |
| Coordinates | 34.0606500, -86.7675000 |
| Altitude | 165 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hanceville (-86.7675, 34.06065)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 70 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
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 | $5.79 | $11.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.52 | $13.03 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.08 | $14.15 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.28 | $16.57 |
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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