How far is Piedmont, AL from Birmingham, AL?
The driving distance from Piedmont, AL to Birmingham, AL is about 86.9 miles (139.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.9 miles (119 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 56m 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 28m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Piedmont and Birmingham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Piedmont and Birmingham.
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Start on Center Avenue North
18 m · 4 sec · Center Avenue North
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Turn right onto Southern Boulevard
709 ft · 34 sec · Southern Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Main Street
3173 ft · 1 min · North Main Street
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Turn left
21.3 mi · 30 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 Piedmont 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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Piedmont and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Birmingham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Piedmont to Birmingham?
The road trip is about 86.9 miles (139.8 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Ashville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43 miles from Piedmont and 43.9 miles from Birmingham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.9 miles (119 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 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 3:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.59 one way or $23.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Piedmont and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Birmingham.
Stop Ideas Near Ashville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Piedmont and Birmingham. Straight-line distance: 73.92 mi (118.96 km).
#1 Piedmont
City in Calhoun and Cherokee counties in the U.
| Population | 4,470 |
| Coordinates | 33.9245500, -85.6113500 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| 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: 140 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
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 | $11.59 | $23.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.03 | $26.07 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.15 | $28.31 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $16.57 | $33.14 |
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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