Hattiesburg to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

164.4 miles 264.6 km · straight line
205.5 miles estimated 330.8 km · driving distance
4h 8min estimated drive time
$20 - $24 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
37° NE bearing direction

How far is Hattiesburg from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Hattiesburg to Tuscaloosa is 164.4 miles (264.6 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located NE of Hattiesburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 205.5 miles, taking about 4h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Hattiesburg in Mississippi 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Hattiesburg 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 Hattiesburg to Tuscaloosa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 8min $20 - $24 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 58min $16–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 56min $25–$72* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hattiesburg & Tuscaloosa

Quick Facts

Hattiesburg
31.33°N, 89.29°W
America/Chicago
52m 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 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 151.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients