How far is Birmingham, AL from Sulligent, AL?
The driving distance from Birmingham, AL to Sulligent, AL is about 96.3 miles (154.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 81 miles (130.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 49m 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 54m.
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 Walker County, Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Birmingham and Sulligent.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham and Sulligent.
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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
3.8 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 22 West: Memphis
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
69 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 44: Brilliant, Guin
1545 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 44
1.7 mi · 2 min · State Highway 44
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Turn right
4.3 mi · 7 min
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Take the ramp slight right
64 m · 7 sec
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Merge slight left
1876 ft · 53 sec
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Turn left
14 mi · 21 min
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Turn right
112 m · 9 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 Sulligent.
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 22 West
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69 mi · 01h 14m
Route Summary
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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 Sulligent.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Birmingham to Sulligent?
The road trip is about 96.3 miles (154.9 km) and usually takes 01h 54m 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?
Carbon Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.1 miles from Birmingham and 48.2 miles from Sulligent.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 81 miles (130.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.3 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 2:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.84 one way or $25.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Birmingham and Sunny near Sulligent.
Stop Ideas Near Carbon Hill
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 Carbon Hill.
Tuscaloosa
Birmingham
Brent, AL
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Birmingham and Sulligent. Straight-line distance: 80.96 mi (130.29 km).
#1 Birmingham
The most populous city in Alabama.
| Population | 206,950 |
| Coordinates | 33.5206600, -86.8024900 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sulligent
City in Lamar County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 1,834 |
| Coordinates | 33.9017700, -88.1344800 |
| Altitude | 99 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sulligent (-88.13448, 33.90177)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 155 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $12.84 | $25.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.44 | $28.88 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $15.68 | $31.36 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $18.36 | $36.71 |
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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