Talladega to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

85.9 miles 138.3 km · straight line
107.4 miles estimated 172.9 km · driving distance
2h 10min estimated drive time
$10 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
260° W bearing direction

How far is Talladega from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Talladega to Tuscaloosa is 85.9 miles (138.3 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located W of Talladega. By car, the driving distance is approximately 107.4 miles, taking about 2h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Talladega 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.

How to Get from Talladega to Tuscaloosa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 10min $10 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 36min $9–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 4min $13–$38* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Talladega & Tuscaloosa

Quick Facts

Talladega
33.44°N, 86.11°W
America/Chicago
170m elevation
Tuscaloosa
33.21°N, 87.57°W
America/Chicago
67m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 29 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 289.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients