Birmingham, Alabama to Sumter: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Birmingham, Alabama from Sumter?

The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Sumter is 372.3 miles (599.1 km) as the crow flies. Sumter is located E of Birmingham, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 446.7 miles, taking about 8h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Birmingham, Alabama in Alabama and Sumter in South Carolina.

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. 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 Sumter. 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.