Birmingham, Alabama to Mammoth Cave: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Birmingham, Alabama from Mammoth Cave?

The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Mammoth Cave is 256.3 miles (412.5 km) as the crow flies. Mammoth Cave is located N of Birmingham, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 320.4 miles, taking about 6h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Birmingham, Alabama in Alabama and Mammoth Cave in Kentucky.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Birmingham, Alabama and Mammoth Cave. 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.