Meads to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Meads from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Meads to Tuscaloosa is 450.8 miles (725.5 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located SW of Meads. By car, the driving distance is approximately 541 miles, taking about 10h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in United States — Meads 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 Meads 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.