Birmingham, Alabama to Branson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

421.9 miles 679 km · straight line
506.3 miles estimated 814.8 km · driving distance
10h 11min estimated drive time
$49 - $60 estimated fuel cost
~1h 21min flight time
303° WNW bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, Alabama from Branson?

The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Branson is 421.9 miles (679 km) as the crow flies. Branson is located WNW of Birmingham, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 506.3 miles, taking about 10h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Birmingham, Alabama in Alabama and Branson in Missouri.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Birmingham, Alabama and Branson. 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 Birmingham, Alabama to Branson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 11min $49 - $60 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 21min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 13min $41–$76* Budget
Train ~9h 40min $61–$177* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, Alabama & Branson

Quick Facts

Birmingham, Alabama
33.52°N, 86.80°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
Branson
36.64°N, 93.22°W
America/Chicago
244m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 141 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 59 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients