Durham, North Carolina to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Durham, North Carolina from Tuscaloosa?
The distance from Durham, North Carolina to Tuscaloosa is 529 miles (851.4 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located WSW of Durham, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 634.9 miles, taking about 12h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Both are located in United States — Durham, North Carolina in North Carolina 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 Durham, North Carolina 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.
How to Get from Durham, North Carolina to Tuscaloosa
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 176 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
- You could travel this distance about 47.1 times to circle the Earth's equator