Monroe, Louisiana to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

268.4 miles 432 km · straight line
335.5 miles estimated 540 km · driving distance
6h 45min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
78° ENE bearing direction

How far is Monroe, Louisiana from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Monroe, Louisiana to Tuscaloosa is 268.4 miles (432 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located ENE of Monroe, Louisiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 335.5 miles, taking about 6h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Monroe, Louisiana in Louisiana and Tuscaloosa in Alabama.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Monroe, Louisiana 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.

How to Get from Monroe, Louisiana to Tuscaloosa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 45min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 6min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 25min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Monroe, Louisiana & Tuscaloosa

Quick Facts

Monroe, Louisiana
32.51°N, 92.12°W
America/Chicago
23m elevation
Tuscaloosa
33.21°N, 87.57°W
America/Chicago
67m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients