Joliet to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joliet from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Joliet to Tuscaloosa is 575.2 miles (925.7 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located S of Joliet. By car, the driving distance is approximately 690.2 miles, taking about 13h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Both are located in United States — Joliet in Illinois 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. 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 Joliet 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.