LaGrange to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

147.3 miles 237.1 km · straight line
184.2 miles estimated 296.4 km · driving distance
3h 42min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
275° W bearing direction

How far is LaGrange from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from LaGrange to Tuscaloosa is 147.3 miles (237.1 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located W of LaGrange. By car, the driving distance is approximately 184.2 miles, taking about 3h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — LaGrange in Georgia 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. 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. 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 LaGrange 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 LaGrange to Tuscaloosa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 42min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 26min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 31min $22–$64* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between LaGrange & Tuscaloosa

Quick Facts

LaGrange
33.04°N, 85.03°W
America/New_York
240m 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 49 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 169 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients