The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Memphis, Tennessee is 242 miles.
About 3 hours
The city in Tennessee that is closest to Birmingham, Alabama, is Chattanooga. Located about 140 miles northeast of Birmingham, Chattanooga is easily accessible via Interstate highways, making it a convenient point of reference between the two states. Other nearby Tennessee cities include Memphis and Nashville, but they are farther away than Chattanooga.
Actual flight time is roughly 20 to 22 minutes.
It is 400 miles according to Google Maps.
The driving distance from Birmingham AL to Chattanooga TN is 147 miles via I-59 N per MapQuest. The driving time per MapQuest is 2 hours and 18 minutes.
Google Maps estimates the driving time as 3 hours and 54 minutes.
The driving conditions between Birmingham, Alabama and Nashville Tennessee are excellent. The driving distance is 191 miles via I-65. The driving conditions on I-65 are excellent.
It's about a 2 hr drive
A great romantic restaurant between Birmingham, Alabama, and Chattanooga, Tennessee, is The Barn at High Point Farms in Flintstone, Georgia. Set in a picturesque farm environment, it offers a cozy atmosphere with farm-to-table cuisine, perfect for a romantic dinner. The outdoor seating and scenic views enhance the intimate experience. Reservations are recommended to ensure a special evening.
Nashville, Tennessee
Both Alabama and Tennessee border Georgia. Alabama borders Georgia along Georgia's western border. The northwestern corner of Georgia borders Tennessee near Chattanooga, Tennessee.