Birmingham, Alabama to Oak Ridge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Birmingham, Alabama from Oak Ridge?

The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Oak Ridge is 224.2 miles (360.8 km) as the crow flies. Oak Ridge is located NE of Birmingham, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 280.2 miles, taking about 5h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Birmingham, Alabama in Alabama and Oak Ridge in Tennessee.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Birmingham, Alabama and Oak Ridge. 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.