Plano to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Plano from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Plano to Tuscaloosa is 528.4 miles (850.3 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located E of Plano. By car, the driving distance is approximately 634 miles, taking about 12h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Both are located in United States — Plano in Texas 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Plano 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.