Omaha to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Omaha from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Omaha to Tuscaloosa is 721 miles (1160.3 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located SE of Omaha. By car, the driving distance is approximately 861 miles, taking about 16h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 57min. Both are located in United States — Omaha in Nebraska and Tuscaloosa in Alabama.

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. 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 Omaha 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.