Albuquerque to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albuquerque from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Albuquerque to Tuscaloosa is 1097 miles (1765.5 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located E of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1237.5 miles, taking about 21h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 42min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albuquerque and Tuscaloosa. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.