Paragould to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

257.7 miles 414.8 km · straight line
322.2 miles estimated 518.5 km · driving distance
6h 29min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
139° SE bearing direction

How far is Paragould from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Paragould to Tuscaloosa is 257.7 miles (414.8 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located SE of Paragould. By car, the driving distance is approximately 322.2 miles, taking about 6h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Paragould in Arkansas 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 Paragould 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 Paragould to Tuscaloosa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 29min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 47min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 10min $39–$113* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Paragould & Tuscaloosa

Quick Facts

Paragould
36.06°N, 90.50°W
America/Chicago
92m 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 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients