How far is Birmingham, AL from Ohatchee, AL?
The driving distance from Birmingham, AL to Ohatchee, AL is about 58.5 miles (94.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49.5 miles (79.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 25m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 12m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Birmingham and Ohatchee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham and Ohatchee.
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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
37.1 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 77: Talladega, Lincoln
1177 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left
14.5 mi · 20 min
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Turn right
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Harts Ferry Road
1171 ft · 32 sec · Harts Ferry Road
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Turn right onto Spring Road
1721 ft · 50 sec · Spring Road
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Turn right onto Main Street
114 m · 16 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Birmingham and Ohatchee.
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
37.1 mi · 00h 41m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Birmingham and Showers And Thunderstorms near Ohatchee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Birmingham to Ohatchee?
The road trip is about 58.5 miles (94.1 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?
Pell City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.2 miles from Birmingham and 29.3 miles from Ohatchee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.5 miles (79.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 4:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.80 one way or $15.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Birmingham and Showers And Thunderstorms near Ohatchee.
Stop Ideas Near Pell City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Pell City Recreation Hall
Lincoln City Hall
City of Lincoln Water Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pell City.
Anniston
Birmingham
Brent, AL
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Birmingham and Ohatchee. Straight-line distance: 49.47 mi (79.61 km).
#1 Birmingham
The most populous city in Alabama.
| Population | 206,950 |
| Coordinates | 33.5206600, -86.8024900 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ohatchee
Town in Calhoun County, Alabama
| Population | 1,148 |
| Coordinates | 33.7834300, -86.0024700 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ohatchee (-86.00247, 33.78343)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 94 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $7.80 | $15.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $8.77 | $17.55 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $9.53 | $19.06 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $11.15 | $22.31 |
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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