How far is Birmingham, AL from Pinson, AL?
The driving distance from Birmingham, AL to Pinson, AL is about 15 miles (24.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.5 miles (21.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 50m 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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City in Alabama, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Birmingham and Pinson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham and Pinson.
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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 right to continue on 5th Avenue North
776 ft · 16 sec · 5th Avenue North
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Take the ramp straight toward I 20, I 59: Gadsden, Atlanta, Tuscaloosa
1935 ft · 47 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 20 East, I 59 North: Atlanta, Gadsden
1431 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 79: Tallapoosa Street
2597 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on AL 79
575 ft · 14 sec
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Turn straight onto Tallapoosa Street
769 ft · 18 sec · Tallapoosa Street
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Continue on Vanderbilt Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Vanderbilt Road
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Continue on Pinson Valley Parkway
9.3 mi · 14 min · Pinson Valley Parkway
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Turn right onto Sweeny Hollow Road
3206 ft · 1 min · Sweeny Hollow Road
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Turn sharp left onto Center Point Parkway
51 m · 3 sec · Center Point Parkway
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Continue on Center Point Road
2456 ft · 52 sec · Center Point Road
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Turn left
91 m · 22 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Birmingham and Pinson.
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.
Pinson Valley Parkway
Continue on Pinson Valley Parkway
9.26 mi · 00h 14m
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.
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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 Pinson?
The road trip is about 15 miles (24.2 km) and usually takes 00h 25m 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?
Tarrant is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.5 miles from Birmingham and 7.5 miles from Pinson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.5 miles (21.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 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 7:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.01 one way or $4.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Tarrant
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Trussville City Hall
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tarrant.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Birmingham and Pinson. Straight-line distance: 13.5 mi (21.73 km).
#1 Birmingham
The most populous city in Alabama.
| Population | 206,950 |
| Coordinates | 33.5206600, -86.8024900 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pinson
City in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 7,060 |
| Coordinates | 33.6889900, -86.6833200 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pinson (-86.68332, 33.68899)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
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 | $2.01 | $4.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $2.26 | $4.51 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $2.45 | $4.90 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $2.87 | $5.74 |
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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