How far is Birmingham, AL from New Market, AL?
The driving distance from Birmingham, AL to New Market, AL is about 117.1 miles (188.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.4 miles (158.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 15m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Morgan County, Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Birmingham and New Market.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham and New Market.
-
1
Start on 24th Street North
159 m · 20 sec · 24th Street North
-
2
Turn left onto 6th Avenue North
1.2 mi · 2 min · 6th Avenue North
-
3
Take the ramp slight right toward I 65 North
880 ft · 21 sec
-
4
Merge slight left
79.3 mi · 1 hr 26 min
-
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 565 East, AL 20 West, US 72 Alternate: Decatur, Huntsville
1665 ft · 41 sec
-
6
Keep slight right to continue on I 565 East, US 72 Alternate East: Huntsville
2761 ft · 1 min
-
7
Merge slight left
23.2 mi · 26 min
-
8
Turn left onto Moores Mill Road Northeast
1.7 mi · 3 min · Moores Mill Road Northeast
-
9
Turn right onto Winchester Road Northeast
10.6 mi · 16 min · Winchester Road Northeast
-
10
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Winchester Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Birmingham and New Market.
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
79.3 mi · 01h 26m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Birmingham and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New Market.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Birmingham to New Market?
The road trip is about 117.1 miles (188.4 km) and usually takes 02h 15m 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?
New Hope is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.6 miles from Birmingham and 58.5 miles from New Market.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.4 miles (158.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.7 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 1:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.64 one way or $31.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Birmingham and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New Market.
Stop Ideas Near New Hope
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to New Hope.
Birmingham
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Birmingham and New Market. Straight-line distance: 98.36 mi (158.29 km).
#1 Birmingham
The most populous city in Alabama.
| Population | 206,950 |
| Coordinates | 33.5206600, -86.8024900 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Market
Town in Shenandoah County, Virginia, United States
| Population | 1,597 |
| Coordinates | 34.9100300, -86.4277900 |
| Altitude | 231 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Market (-86.42779, 34.91003)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 188 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $15.64 | $31.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $17.59 | $35.18 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $19.10 | $38.20 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $22.36 | $44.73 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Alabama · Apr 18, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.