Akron to Birmingham, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Akron from Birmingham, Alabama?
The distance from Akron to Birmingham, Alabama is 597.4 miles (961.4 km) as the crow flies. Birmingham, Alabama is located SSW of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 716.9 miles, taking about 14h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Birmingham, Alabama in Alabama.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.
Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Birmingham, Alabama. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Akron to Birmingham, Alabama
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 199 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
- You could travel this distance about 41.7 times to circle the Earth's equator