Rolla to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Rolla from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Rolla to Tuscaloosa is 403.7 miles (649.7 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located SE of Rolla. By car, the driving distance is approximately 484.4 miles, taking about 9h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Rolla in Missouri 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. 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 Rolla 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.