Columbia, Tennessee to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbia, Tennessee from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Columbia, Tennessee to Tuscaloosa is 169 miles (271.9 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located S of Columbia, Tennessee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 211.2 miles, taking about 4h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, Tennessee in Tennessee and Tuscaloosa in Alabama.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Columbia, Tennessee 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.