Birmingham, Alabama to Oxford, Mississippi: Road Trip Guide & Distance

166.3 miles 267.7 km · straight line
207.9 miles estimated 334.6 km · driving distance
4h 11min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
291° WNW bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, Alabama from Oxford, Mississippi?

The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Oxford, Mississippi is 166.3 miles (267.7 km) as the crow flies. Oxford, Mississippi is located WNW of Birmingham, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 207.9 miles, taking about 4h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Birmingham, Alabama in Alabama and Oxford, Mississippi in Mississippi.

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. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Birmingham, Alabama and Oxford, Mississippi. 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 Oxford, Mississippi

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 11min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 1min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 58min $25–$73* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, Alabama & Oxford, Mississippi

Quick Facts

Birmingham, Alabama
33.52°N, 86.80°W
America/Chicago
196m elevation
Oxford, Mississippi
34.37°N, 89.52°W
America/Chicago
154m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 149.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients