Louisville to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Louisville from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Louisville to Tuscaloosa is 362.9 miles (584 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located SSW of Louisville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 420 miles, taking about 7h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Louisville in Kentucky 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 Louisville 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.