Birmingham, Alabama to Opelousas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

371.7 miles 598.2 km · straight line
446 miles estimated 717.8 km · driving distance
8h 58min estimated drive time
$43 - $53 estimated fuel cost
~1h 15min flight time
238° WSW bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, Alabama from Opelousas?

The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Opelousas is 371.7 miles (598.2 km) as the crow flies. Opelousas is located WSW of Birmingham, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 446 miles, taking about 8h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Birmingham, Alabama in Alabama and Opelousas in Louisiana.

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 Opelousas. 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 Opelousas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 58min $43 - $53 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 46min $36–$67* Budget
Train ~8h 31min $54–$156* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, Alabama & Opelousas

Quick Facts

Birmingham, Alabama
33.52°N, 86.80°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
Opelousas
30.53°N, 92.08°W
America/Chicago
20m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 124 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 67 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients