Mexico City to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Mexico City from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Mexico City to Tuscaloosa is 1189.3 miles (1914 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located NE of Mexico City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1531.5 miles, taking about 30h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 54min. Mexico City is in Mexico, while Tuscaloosa is in Alabama, United States.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mexico City 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.