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Distance from Vulcan to Birmingham

Driving Distance
20 mi 32.1 km
Flying Distance
15.4 mi 24.8 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Vulcan, Alabama to Birmingham, Alabama is 20 mi (32.1 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 15.4 mi (24.8 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 2 min

The estimated travel time by road is 21 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, moderate in a southeast direction. Average speeds around 37 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Vulcan
State/Province Alabama
Country US
Latitude 33.69566
Longitude -86.973608
GPS 33.69566° N, 86.973608° W
Local Time 7:30 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Birmingham
Place Birmingham
State/Province Alabama
Country US
Latitude 33.518589
Longitude -86.810357
GPS 33.518589° N, 86.810357° W
Local Time 7:30 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Vulcan, Alabama to Birmingham, Alabama covers 20 mi (32.1 km) in a southeast direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 21 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (18.7-20.6 miles / 30-33 km). The primary route shown here saves 2 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 37 mph (60 km/h).

Available Routes

I-22
20 mi 21 minutes
Shortest Fastest
AL-5 S and Adamsville Ensley Rd/Minor Pkwy
20.6 mi 29 minutes
AL-5 S
18.7 mi 28 minutes

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.