Sarasota to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Sarasota from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Sarasota to Tuscaloosa is 504.9 miles (812.5 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located NW of Sarasota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 605.8 miles, taking about 12h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Both are located in United States — Sarasota in Florida 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. 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 Sarasota 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.