Huntsville to Birmingham: Is the Drive Worth It?

For many Rocket City buyers, a 100-mile drive is a small trade for the right vehicle at the right price. The trip from Huntsville is almost entirely interstate, and calling ahead means the exact truck or SUV you want can be ready for a test drive the moment you walk in.

• Distance~100 miles
• Drive Time1 hour 40 minutes
• Main RouteI-565 W to I-65 S
• Address500 Palisades Blvd

Map and Turn-by-Turn Directions

Your Route From Huntsville

Take I-565 West from Huntsville or Madison to I-65, then head south on I-65 all the way into Birmingham. You'll pass Decatur, Cullman, and Gardendale before reaching Exit 255.

1. From downtown Huntsville or Research Park, take I-565 West toward Decatur.
2. Merge onto I-65 South near Decatur and continue past Hartselle, Cullman, and Warrior.
3. Drive through downtown Birmingham and take Exit 255 for Lakeshore Parkway.

The Last Mile

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: I-565 is busiest during Redstone Arsenal shift changes. Leave after 9 a.m. for a smoother start.

Tech-Forward Choices for Rocket City Drivers

Huntsville's engineering and defense workforce tends to value smart technology and efficiency. The Mustang Mach-E offers all-electric driving with available BlueCruise hands-free highway driving on compatible roads, while the F-150 PowerBoost hybrid and Maverick Hybrid appeal to commuters who rack up miles on I-565.

Popular with Huntsville-area shoppers: Mustang Mach-E, F-150 PowerBoost, Maverick Hybrid, Explorer.

Zip Codes and Communities We Serve

We regularly help drivers from Madison, Harvest, Meridianville, Owens Cross Roads, and Hampton Cove, along with the rest of Madison County.

• 35801
• 35802
• 35805
• 35806
• 35811
• 35816
• 35757
• 35758

Landmarks Along the Way

• U.S. Space & Rocket Center – home of Space Camp and a Saturn V rocket
• Redstone Arsenal – a major Army and NASA installation
• Cummings Research Park – one of the largest research parks in the country
• Monte Sano State Park – mountaintop trails overlooking the city

Before You Head Out

• Bring your current vehicle's keys, remotes, and service records for a smoother appraisal.
• Snap photos of the window sticker on vehicles you like so you can compare later.
• If you're towing, know your trailer's weight so we can recommend the right setup.
• Call ahead with a stock number so the vehicle is pulled up and ready.

Common Questions From Huntsville Drivers

Also driving from nearby? See directions from Fort Payne, Selma, Montgomery, or view all directions.