Springfield, Missouri to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Springfield, Missouri from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Springfield, Missouri to Tuscaloosa is 425.5 miles (684.8 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located SE of Springfield, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 510.6 miles, taking about 10h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Springfield, Missouri 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 Springfield, Missouri 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.