Benton to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Benton from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Benton to Tuscaloosa is 302.6 miles (487 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located ESE of Benton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 378.3 miles, taking about 7h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Benton in Arkansas and Tuscaloosa in Alabama.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Benton 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.