Spartanburg to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Spartanburg from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Spartanburg to Tuscaloosa is 344.2 miles (553.9 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located WSW of Spartanburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 413 miles, taking about 8h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Spartanburg in South Carolina 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. 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 Spartanburg 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.