The Short Version: Stivers Ford of Birmingham is about 130 miles from Columbus & Starkville, MS, or about 2 hours 10 minutes by car. Our showroom is at 500 Palisades Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35209, near I-65 Exit 255.
Mississippi's Golden Triangle is closer to Birmingham than to most of the big cities in its own state. From Columbus, our showroom is about 130 miles east, and the drive passes through Tuscaloosa before picking up the interstate.
Take US-82 East from Columbus through Gordo and Northport to Tuscaloosa. Pick up I-20/59 toward Birmingham, take I-459 North in Bessemer, then I-65 North to Exit 255.
Take Exit 255 and follow Lakeshore Parkway west, away from Samford University. Palisades Boulevard is a short drive ahead. Turn onto Palisades Blvd and look for our showroom at number 500.
Traffic tip: US-82 is mostly four-lane but passes through small towns with lower speed limits. Avoid Tuscaloosa on Alabama home game days.
With agriculture, manufacturing, and two major universities, the Golden Triangle has diverse driving needs. Farmers and plant workers rely on the F-150 and Super Duty, while students, faculty, and Air Force families often compare the Escape, Explorer, and pre-owned options.
Popular with Columbus-area shoppers: F-150, Super Duty, Explorer, Escape.
About 130 miles, or roughly 2 hours and 10 minutes.
Yes. Ask our team how tax, title, and registration work for Mississippi buyers before you visit.
Yes. Along with new Ford models, we carry pre-owned cars, trucks, and SUVs from many brands, including Certified Pre-Owned Fords.
Contact our team with the stock number and we'll confirm availability and set an appointment time for you.
We regularly help drivers from Starkville, West Point, Caledonia, Steens, and Mississippi State, along with the rest of Lowndes & Oktibbeha Counties.
A quick call or message before you leave helps us respect your time once you get here.
Also driving from nearby? See directions from Florence & Muscle Shoals, Auburn & Opelika, Chattanooga, or view all directions.
