How far is Andalusia, AL from Tuscaloosa, AL?
Here are the driving distances between Andalusia, AL and Tuscaloosa, AL:
- Taking I-65 N, the most direct highway route, it is approximately 158 miles (254 km) from Andalusia to Tuscaloosa. This drive takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes with normal traffic.
- Driving on US-29 N through Greenville and US-82 W is a slightly longer route at 167 miles (269 km). This way takes around 2 hours 45 minutes to drive.
- Taking more backroad routes on AL-55 N and AL-14 W adds even more distance, approximately 185 miles (298 km) and over 3 hours drive time.
- As the crow flies, the straight line distance between Andalusia and Tuscaloosa is about 135 miles (217 km).
So in summary, the typical driving distance by highways between Andalusia and Tuscaloosa is 158-167 miles, taking around 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes. The shortest direct distance is about 135 miles as the crow flies. Additional backroads can add 20-30 extra miles to the drive.
Fastest route
The driving distance between Andalusia, Alabama and Tuscaloosa, Alabama is 189 miles (304.17 kilometers). The fastest route is to take US-82 E. The drive time is about 3 hours and 18 minutes.
Here are the steps for the most direct route:
- Head north on Main St/US-82 E toward 3rd St.
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto 3rd St.
- Continue onto US-82 E.
- Keep right at the fork to continue on US-82 E, follow signs for Montgomery.
- Take exit 114 for AL-106 toward Georgiana/Starlington.
- Turn left onto AL-106 E/Roger and Herman BlvdContinue to follow AL-106 E.
- Continue onto AL-55 S.
- Turn left onto US-84 E.
- Turn right onto River Falls St.
- Turn left to stay on River Falls St.
- Turn left onto Crescent St.
- Turn right.
If you're looking for a more scenic route, you can take US-82 E to AL-175 S. This route is about 199.9 miles long and takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes to drive.
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City in Alabama, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Andalusia and Tuscaloosa.
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Start on Court Square
57 m · 6 sec · Court Square
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Exit the roundabout onto Church Street
1420 ft · 31 sec · Church Street
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Turn right onto River Falls Street
2301 ft · 1 min · River Falls Street
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Continue on River Falls Road
573 ft · 16 sec · River Falls Road
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Continue on River Falls Street
1808 ft · 50 sec · River Falls Street
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Continue on River Falls Street
529 ft · 21 sec · River Falls Street
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Continue on River Falls Street
3.8 mi · 6 min · River Falls Street
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Turn right
17.9 mi · 21 min
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Continue on Mobile Road
9.3 mi · 11 min · Mobile Road
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Take the ramp right
1486 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
53.7 mi · 58 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 80, US 82
1159 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left onto South Boulevard
4.7 mi · 7 min · South Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Birmingham Highway
3.7 mi · 5 min · Birmingham Highway
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Continue on Memorial Drive
2 mi · 3 min · Memorial Drive
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Turn left
156 m · 8 sec
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Continue straight
86.6 mi · 1 hr 51 min
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Take the exit slight left
94 m · 11 sec
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Continue on Old Montgomery Highway
1.8 mi · 3 min · Old Montgomery Highway
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Turn left onto Skyland Boulevard East
1650 ft · 42 sec · Skyland Boulevard East
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Turn right
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
2011 ft · 33 sec
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Continue on Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard North
2540 ft · 1 min · Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard North
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Turn right onto University Boulevard
87 m · 10 sec · University Boulevard
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Turn left
51 m · 12 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Andalusia and Tuscaloosa.
Interchange-aware route
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86.6 mi · 01h 51m
Route Summary
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A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Andalusia to Tuscaloosa?
The road trip is about 190.2 miles (306.1 km) and usually takes 03h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Prattville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94.6 miles from Andalusia and 95.6 miles from Tuscaloosa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 146 miles (234.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:40 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.41 one way or $50.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Andalusia and Mostly Sunny near Tuscaloosa.
Stop Ideas Near Prattville
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Andalusia and Tuscaloosa. Straight-line distance: 145.94 mi (234.86 km).
#1 Andalusia
City in Covington County, Alabama, USA
| Population | 8,677 |
| Coordinates | 31.3080800, -86.4824300 |
| Altitude | 106 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tuscaloosa
The most populous city in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama.
| Population | 102,819 |
| Coordinates | 33.2098400, -87.5691700 |
| Altitude | 68 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-87.569166, 33.209831)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 306 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $25.41 | $50.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $28.58 | $57.16 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $31.03 | $62.07 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $36.33 | $72.67 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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