Anniston to Birmingham, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

56.7 miles 91.3 km · straight line
73.8 miles estimated 118.7 km · driving distance
1h 29min estimated drive time
$7 - $9 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
261° W bearing direction

How far is Anniston from Birmingham, Alabama?

The distance from Anniston to Birmingham, Alabama is 56.7 miles (91.3 km) as the crow flies. Birmingham, Alabama is located W of Anniston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 73.8 miles, taking about 1h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Anniston 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 Anniston to Birmingham, Alabama

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 29min $7 - $9 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 47min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Anniston & Birmingham, Alabama

Quick Facts

Anniston
33.66°N, 85.83°W
America/Chicago
219m elevation
Birmingham, Alabama
33.52°N, 86.80°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 19 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 438.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients