How far is Birmingham, AL from Winfield, AL?
The driving distance from Birmingham, AL to Winfield, AL is about 76.2 miles (122.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.8 miles (104.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 59m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 29m.
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
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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 Winfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham and Winfield.
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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
55.6 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight right toward 13: Natural Bridge, Eldridge
1672 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Turn slight right
56 m · 8 sec
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Turn slight right
11.6 mi · 17 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bankhead Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Birmingham and Winfield.
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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55.6 mi · 01h 00m
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.
Sunny leaving Birmingham and Sunny near Winfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Birmingham to Winfield?
The road trip is about 76.2 miles (122.6 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Jasper is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.1 miles from Birmingham and 38.1 miles from Winfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.8 miles (104.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.4 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 3:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.19 one way or $20.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Birmingham and Sunny near Winfield.
Stop Ideas Near Jasper
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 Jasper.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Birmingham and Winfield. Straight-line distance: 64.78 mi (104.25 km).
#1 Birmingham
The most populous city in Alabama.
| Population | 206,950 |
| Coordinates | 33.5206600, -86.8024900 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Winfield
City in Marion County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 4,559 |
| Coordinates | 33.9289900, -87.8172500 |
| Altitude | 145 |
| Country | United States |
End: Winfield (-87.81725, 33.92899)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 123 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
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 | $10.19 | $20.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $11.46 | $22.91 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $12.44 | $24.88 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $14.57 | $29.13 |
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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