Marion, Illinois to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Marion, Illinois from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Marion, Illinois to Tuscaloosa is 321.6 miles (517.6 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located SSE of Marion, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 385.9 miles, taking about 7h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States — Marion, Illinois in Illinois 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Marion, Illinois 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.