Athens, Georgia to Birmingham, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Athens, Georgia from Birmingham, Alabama?

The distance from Athens, Georgia to Birmingham, Alabama is 199.1 miles (320.4 km) as the crow flies. Birmingham, Alabama is located W of Athens, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 248.9 miles, taking about 5h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Athens, Georgia in Georgia and Birmingham, Alabama in Alabama.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Athens, Georgia 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.