Montgomery, Alabama to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

93.1 miles 149.8 km · straight line
116.4 miles estimated 187.3 km · driving distance
2h 20min estimated drive time
$11 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
308° NW bearing direction

How far is Montgomery, Alabama from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Montgomery, Alabama to Tuscaloosa is 93.1 miles (149.8 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located NW of Montgomery, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 116.4 miles, taking about 2h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Montgomery, Alabama 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 Montgomery, Alabama to Tuscaloosa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 20min $11 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 48min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 13min $14–$41* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Montgomery, Alabama & Tuscaloosa

Quick Facts

Montgomery, Alabama
32.38°N, 86.31°W
America/Chicago
73m 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 31 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 267.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients