Detroit to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

676.7 miles 1089 km · straight line
776.4 miles actual route 1249.5 km · driving distance
14h 26min estimated drive time
$75 - $92 estimated fuel cost
~1h 52min flight time
203° SSW bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Detroit to Tuscaloosa is 676.7 miles (1089 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located SSW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 776.4 miles, taking about 14h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 52min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan 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 Detroit 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.

How to Get from Detroit to Tuscaloosa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 26min $75 - $92 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 19min $62–$116* Budget
Train ~18h 46min $93–$272* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Detroit & Tuscaloosa

Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m elevation
Tuscaloosa
33.21°N, 87.57°W
America/Chicago
67m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 226 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 56 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 36.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM