Natchez to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

251 miles 404 km · straight line
313.8 miles estimated 505 km · driving distance
6h 19min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
62° ENE bearing direction

How far is Natchez from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Natchez to Tuscaloosa is 251 miles (404 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located ENE of Natchez. By car, the driving distance is approximately 313.8 miles, taking about 6h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Natchez in Mississippi 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 Natchez 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 Natchez to Tuscaloosa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 19min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 35min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 0min $38–$110* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Natchez & Tuscaloosa

Quick Facts

Natchez
31.56°N, 91.40°W
America/Chicago
66m 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 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 99.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients