Indianapolis to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Indianapolis from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Indianapolis to Tuscaloosa is 459.9 miles (740.1 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located S of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 533.1 miles, taking about 9h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana 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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Indianapolis 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.