Frankfort, Kentucky to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Frankfort, Kentucky from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Frankfort, Kentucky to Tuscaloosa is 376.5 miles (605.9 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located SSW of Frankfort, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 451.8 miles, taking about 9h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Frankfort, Kentucky in Kentucky 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. 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 Frankfort, Kentucky 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.