Driving from Birmingham to Huntsville
Huntsville lies 136 km (84 mi) north of Birmingham, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 51 min without stops, over roughly 166 km (103 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Birmingham | Huntsville | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 196,357 | 215,006 |
| Elevation | 187 m (614 ft) | 200 m (656 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 35201–35298 | 35801–35899 |
Where to book car hire from Birmingham to Huntsville
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Staying in Huntsville
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Common questions
How far is Huntsville from Birmingham?
136 km (84 mi) in a straight line, north of Birmingham; by road roughly 166 km (103 mi).
How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Huntsville by car?
About 1 h 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Birmingham and Huntsville?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.