Lakeland to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lakeland from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Lakeland to Tuscaloosa is 489 miles (786.9 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located NW of Lakeland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 586.8 miles, taking about 11h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Lakeland in Florida 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 Lakeland 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.