How far is Birmingham, AL from Union Springs, AL?

The driving distance from Birmingham, AL to Union Springs, AL is about 137.1 miles (220.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 114.1 miles (183.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 33m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
137.07 mi
02h 46m
Flight
114.15 mi
183.7 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
114.15 mi
Kilometers
183.7 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
137.07 mi
Kilometers
220.6 km
Drive Time
02h 46m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 46m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Union Springs
Tue, May 5, 3:53 AM CDT
Return by in Birmingham
Tue, May 5, 6:40 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Birmingham
2026-05-05T01:06
Arrive Union Springs
Tue, May 5, 3:53 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 46m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:47 AM to 12:47 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:56 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Birmingham
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Oak Grove
AL

Town in Alabama, United States

From Birmingham
68.6 mi
01h 23m
To Union Springs
68.5 mi
01h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S
Destination
79°F
Tuesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Birmingham and Union Springs.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham and Union Springs.

  1. 1

    Start on 24th Street North

    1486 ft · 43 sec · 24th Street North

  2. 2

    Turn right onto 1st Avenue North

    1.4 mi · 2 min · 1st Avenue North

  3. 3

    Turn right onto 9th Street North

    755 ft · 17 sec · 9th Street North

  4. 4

    Turn right onto 3rd Avenue North

    134 m · 8 sec · 3rd Avenue North

  5. 5

    Take the ramp right toward I 65 South: Montgomery

    816 ft · 20 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    88.1 mi · 1 hr 37 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I-85 North: Atlanta

    120 m · 10 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on I 85 North: Atlanta

    1040 ft · 25 sec

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    2.7 mi · 4 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward Ann Street

    1275 ft · 35 sec

  11. 11

    Turn right onto Ann Street

    133 m · 9 sec · Ann Street

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on Zelda Road

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Zelda Road

  13. 13

    Continue on Carter Hill Road

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Carter Hill Road

  14. 14

    Turn left onto McGehee Road

    1.4 mi · 3 min · McGehee Road

  15. 15

    Continue on Troy Highway

    12.4 mi · 16 min · Troy Highway

  16. 16

    Take the exit slight left toward US 82 East: Union Springs

    27.2 mi · 37 min

  17. 17

    Turn slight right

    1385 ft · 46 sec

  18. 18

    Turn left onto North Powell Street

    107 m · 15 sec · North Powell Street

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Powell Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Birmingham and Union Springs.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
19 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
1 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 65 South
88.3 mi · 64%
US 82 East
27.2 mi · 20%
Troy Highway
12.4 mi · 9%
I 85 North
2.93 mi · 2%
McGehee Road
1.44 mi · 1%
1st Avenue North
1.37 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 65 South

Merge slight left

88.1 mi · 01h 37m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 46m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+23 mi
114.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Oak Grove
01h 23m from Birmingham
Leave By
12:56 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Birmingham and Mostly Sunny near Union Springs.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Birmingham to Union Springs?

The road trip is about 137.1 miles (220.6 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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?

Oak Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.6 miles from Birmingham and 68.5 miles from Union Springs.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 114.1 miles (183.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 23 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 12:56 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.33 one way or $36.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Birmingham and Mostly Sunny near Union Springs.

Stop Ideas Near Oak Grove

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Oak Grove, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Oak Grove.

BUS

Montgomery, AL

39 mi away
950 West South Boulevard
BUS

Selma, AL

50 mi away
434 Broad Street
BUS

Brent, AL

69 mi away
10393 Alabama Highway 5
BUS

Marion, AL

72 mi away
26400 Alabama Highway 14

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Birmingham and Union Springs. Straight-line distance: 114.15 mi (183.7 km).

Birmingham

#1 Birmingham

The most populous city in Alabama.

Population206,950
Coordinates33.5206600, -86.8024900
Altitude187
CountryUnited States
Union Springs

#2 Union Springs

City in Alabama, United States of America

Population3,352
Coordinates32.1443200, -85.7149500
Altitude159
CountryUnited States
Start: Birmingham (-86.80249, 33.52066)
End: Union Springs (-85.71495, 32.14432)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 221 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 25m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 44m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 17m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 57m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 42m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.84 gal
18.31 L · about $18.33
Round trip
$36.66
9.68 gal · 36.62 L
Estimated CO2
43 kg one way
Round trip: 86 kg / 190 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $18.33 $36.66
Mid-grade $4.26 $20.61 $41.23
Premium $4.63 $22.38 $44.77
Diesel $5.42 $26.21 $52.42

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 · May 05, 2026

There is no time difference between Birmingham and Union Springs. The current time is 01:06:59.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.