How far is La Fayette, AL from Birmingham, AL?
The driving distance from La Fayette, AL to Birmingham, AL is about 109.8 miles (176.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.7 miles (147.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 05m 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 02h 02m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Alabama, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Fayette and Birmingham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Fayette and Birmingham.
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Start on Alabama Avenue East
17 m · 9 sec · Alabama Avenue East
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Turn left onto LaFayette Street South
1.2 mi · 2 min · LaFayette Street South
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Take the exit slight right
93 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight onto Veterans Memorial Parkway
12.6 mi · 22 min · Veterans Memorial Parkway
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Continue on Senator Claude Pepper Drive
3.9 mi · 7 min · Senator Claude Pepper Drive
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Continue on Pittman Avenue
1951 ft · 39 sec · Pittman Avenue
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Continue on Senator Claude Pepper Drive
1.1 mi · 2 min · Senator Claude Pepper Drive
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Turn right
87.3 mi · 1 hr 50 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31 North, US 280 West: Birmingham
1901 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Red Mountain Expressway
2.1 mi · 3 min · Red Mountain Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 11 North: 1st Avenue North
148 m · 12 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 11 South
83 m · 12 sec
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Turn left onto 1st Avenue North
968 ft · 19 sec · 1st Avenue North
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Turn right onto 24th Street North
1486 ft · 41 sec · 24th Street North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 24th Street North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between La Fayette and Birmingham.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
87.3 mi · 01h 50m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving La Fayette and Chance Rain Showers near Birmingham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Fayette to Birmingham?
The road trip is about 109.8 miles (176.7 km) and usually takes 02h 02m 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?
Goodwater is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.8 miles from La Fayette and 54.9 miles from Birmingham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.7 miles (147.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.1 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 2:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.66 one way or $29.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around La Fayette and Chance Rain Showers near Birmingham.
Stop Ideas Near Goodwater
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 Goodwater.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Fayette and Birmingham. Straight-line distance: 91.66 mi (147.52 km).
#1 La Fayette
City in Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 2,870 |
| Coordinates | 32.8998500, -85.4010600 |
| Altitude | 257 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Birmingham
The most populous city in Alabama.
| Population | 206,950 |
| Coordinates | 33.5206600, -86.8024900 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
End: 24th Street North (-86.802565, 33.520626)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 177 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $14.66 | $29.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $16.48 | $32.96 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $17.90 | $35.80 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $20.96 | $41.91 |
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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