Baltimore to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Baltimore from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Baltimore to Tuscaloosa is 740.2 miles (1191.3 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located WSW of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 837.4 miles, taking about 15h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 59min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland 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. 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 Baltimore 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.