Akron to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Akron from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Akron to Tuscaloosa is 637.4 miles (1025.8 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located SSW of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 764.9 miles, taking about 15h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 47min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Tuscaloosa in Alabama.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Tuscaloosa. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.