How far is Birmingham, AL from Opelika, AL?

Fastest route

The distance between Birmingham, Alabama and Opelika, Alabama is approximately 113 miles (182 kilometers). The fastest route, considering current traffic conditions, is via US-280 E/U.S. Hwy 280 W. Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey:

Directions

  • Start on 19th St N and head northwest toward 6th Ave N Alley/Park Pl.
  • Turn right onto Reverend Abraham Woods Jr Boulevard.
  • In the second from the left lane, turn left onto 26th St N/Carraway Blvd.
  • Follow US-280 E/US-31 S/Elton B. Stephens Expy/Red Mountain Expy.
  • Take the exit toward Sylacauga E, passing Cadence Bank on the right in 6.5 miles.
  • Continue straight onto US-280 E/U.S. Hwy 280 W, passing McDonald's on the right in 73.1 miles.
  • Continue on Waverly Pkwy and turn left onto S 9th St in Opelika.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Plan for a travel time of approximately 2 hours and 13 minutes.
  • ⛽ Make sure to have enough fuel for the journey, as it's a considerable distance.
  • 🚦 Check traffic updates before you start to ensure the route remains the fastest.
  • 📱 Use a GPS or map application to navigate the route efficiently.
  • 🍴 Consider packing snacks or stopping at restaurants along the way for refreshments.
  • 🚧 Stay aware of any construction or roadwork that may affect your route.
  • 🌆 Enjoy the scenic views along US-280 E/U.S. Hwy 280 W during your drive.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Birmingham and Opelika is 102.25 miles (164.55 km).

Flight distance from Birmingham, AL to Opelika, AL is 102.25 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 13 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 12 minutes to travel from Birmingham to Opelika with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Opelika, Alabama is: 112.1 miles (180.41 km) by car.

Driving from Birmingham to Opelika will take approximately 02 hours 03 minutes.

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#1 Birmingham

The most populous city in Alabama. It is located in the central part of the state. Birmingham is known for its many steel mills, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Birmingham Museum of Art and the Vulcan Park and Museum.

Population 206950
GPS Coordinates 33°31'14"N 86°48'9"W
Latitude 33.5206600
Longitude -86.8024900
Altitude 187
Country United States
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#2 Opelika

City in Alabama

Population 31135
GPS Coordinates 32°38'43"N 85°22'42"W
Latitude 32.6454100
Longitude -85.3782800
Altitude 246
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Birmingham and Opelika

The distance between Birmingham and Opelika is 180 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 00 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Birmingham and Opelika. The current time is 13:08:55.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 03 hours 44 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 02 hours 48 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 02 hours 14 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 01 hours 52 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 01 hours 36 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 01 hours 29 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 01 hours 23 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 14.97 liters (3.96 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Birmingham and Opelika.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Birmingham to Opelika is $12.18 (diesel $16.48).

Alabama gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.08 $3.48 $3.86 $4.17
Total $12.18 $13.78 $15.27 $16.48

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Alabama ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.079 (Diesel $4.167) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 21, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Birmingham and Opelika (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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