Tuscaloosa to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Tuscaloosa from Washington DC?
The distance from Tuscaloosa to Washington DC is 707.1 miles (1137.9 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located NE of Tuscaloosa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 800 miles, taking about 14h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 55min. Both are located in United States — Tuscaloosa in Alabama and Washington DC in District of Columbia.
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. 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 Tuscaloosa and Washington DC. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Tuscaloosa to Washington DC
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 236 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 59 hours
- You could travel this distance about 35.2 times to circle the Earth's equator