Birmingham, Alabama to Mexico City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1234.3 miles 1986.4 km · straight line
1583.3 miles actual route 2548 km · driving distance
31h 49min estimated drive time
$152 - $188 estimated fuel cost
~2h 59min flight time
221° SW bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, Alabama from Mexico City?

The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Mexico City is 1234.3 miles (1986.4 km) as the crow flies. Mexico City is located SW of Birmingham, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1583.3 miles, taking about 31h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 59min. Birmingham, Alabama is in Alabama, United States, while Mexico City is in Mexico.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Birmingham, Alabama and Mexico City. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Mexico City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 31h 49min $152 - $188 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~38h 11min $127–$237* Budget
Train ~41h 22min $190–$554* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, Alabama & Mexico City

Quick Facts

Birmingham, Alabama
33.52°N, 86.80°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
Mexico City
19.43°N, 99.13°W
America/Mexico_City
2240m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 411 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 103 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 20.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM