Distance Guide
How far is Birmingham from Huntsville?
The distance between Birmingham, AL and Huntsville, AL is about 85 miles — roughly a 1 hr 33 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
85 mi
Drive time
1 hr 33 min
Midpoint
34.124°, -86.698°
Driving from Birmingham to Huntsville
Most drivers cover the 85-mile route in about 1 hr 33 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 43 miles each instead of 85. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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