Tallahassee to Tuscaloosa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

271.9 miles 437.6 km · straight line
339.9 miles estimated 547 km · driving distance
6h 50min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
316° NW bearing direction

How far is Tallahassee from Tuscaloosa?

The distance from Tallahassee to Tuscaloosa is 271.9 miles (437.6 km) as the crow flies. Tuscaloosa is located NW of Tallahassee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 339.9 miles, taking about 6h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Tallahassee in Florida and Tuscaloosa in Alabama.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee to Tuscaloosa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 50min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 12min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 30min $41–$119* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Tallahassee & Tuscaloosa

Quick Facts

Tallahassee
30.44°N, 84.28°W
America/New_York
62m 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 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients