How far is Palestine, AL from Birmingham, AL?
The driving distance from Palestine, AL to Birmingham, AL is about 98.5 miles (158.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83 miles (133.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 08m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Palestine and Birmingham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palestine and Birmingham.
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Start on County Road 70
14 m · 8 sec · County Road 70
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Turn left onto County Road 49
1355 ft · 37 sec · County Road 49
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Turn slight left onto County Road 92
47 m · 8 sec · County Road 92
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Continue on County Road 92
1669 ft · 1 min · County Road 92
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Keep slight left to continue on County Road 227
1.1 km · 3 min · County Road 227
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Continue on County Road 183
1.1 mi · 4 min · County Road 183
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At the end of the road, turn left
9.5 mi · 13 min
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Continue straight
22.6 mi · 32 min
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Turn right onto East Meighan Boulevard
1.8 mi · 3 min · East Meighan Boulevard
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Turn left onto North Hood Avenue
1225 ft · 18 sec · North Hood Avenue
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Continue on George Wallace Drive
3143 ft · 46 sec · George Wallace Drive
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Turn right
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
4 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Birmingham
1864 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight right
49.5 mi · 53 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 11: 1st Avenue North
782 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 11 South: 1st Avenue North
100 m · 8 sec
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Continue on 1st Avenue North
5.7 mi · 9 min · 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 Palestine 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.
George Wallace Drive
Merge slight right
49.5 mi · 00h 53m
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.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Palestine and Mostly Sunny near Birmingham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Palestine to Birmingham?
The road trip is about 98.5 miles (158.6 km) and usually takes 02h 08m 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?
Steele is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.2 miles from Palestine and 49.3 miles from Birmingham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83 miles (133.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:12 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.92 one way or $25.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny around Palestine and Mostly Sunny near Birmingham.
Stop Ideas Near Steele
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 Steele.
Anniston
Birmingham
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Palestine and Birmingham. Straight-line distance: 82.97 mi (133.52 km).
#1 Palestine
Palestine is a place in Alabama, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.9414900, -85.4502300 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| 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: Birmingham (-86.80249, 33.52066)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 159 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 13m |
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 | $3.71 | $12.92 | $25.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.18 | $14.55 | $29.10 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $15.98 | $31.95 |
| Diesel | $5.86 | $20.38 | $40.76 |
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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