New River Gorge to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is New River Gorge from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from New River Gorge to Tuscaloosa is 495 miles (796.7 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located SW of New River Gorge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 594 miles, taking about 11h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — New River Gorge in West Virginia 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 New River Gorge 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.