How far is Bear Creek, AL from Tuscaloosa, AL?
The driving distance from Bear Creek, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL is about 113.6 miles (182.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 100.4 miles (161.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 15m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Winston County, Alabama, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bear Creek and Tuscaloosa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bear Creek and Tuscaloosa.
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Start on the route
24 m · 11 sec
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Turn sharp left onto Underwood Mountain Road
2427 ft · 1 min · Underwood Mountain Road
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Turn left onto Co Farm Road
151 m · 22 sec · Co Farm Road
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Continue on Co Farm Road
2.8 mi · 11 min · Co Farm Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Woodmont Drive
2.8 mi · 7 min · Woodmont Drive
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Continue on Jackson Highway
1.1 km · 2 min · Jackson Highway
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Turn left onto Hickory Avenue
1774 ft · 1 min · Hickory Avenue
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Turn right
42.6 mi · 59 min
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Take the ramp right
2350 ft · 46 sec
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Turn left
32.8 mi · 46 min
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Continue straight
28.6 mi · 39 min
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Continue on Main Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · Main Avenue
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Turn left onto 5th Street
111 m · 12 sec · 5th Street
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Take the ramp slight right
985 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard
3139 ft · 56 sec · Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard
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Turn left onto University Boulevard
717 ft · 19 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 Bear Creek and Tuscaloosa.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
42.6 mi · 00h 59m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Bear Creek and Chance Rain Showers near Tuscaloosa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bear Creek to Tuscaloosa?
The road trip is about 113.6 miles (182.8 km) and usually takes 02h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lynn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.3 miles from Bear Creek and 56.3 miles from Tuscaloosa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100.4 miles (161.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.19 one way or $30.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Bear Creek and Chance Rain Showers near Tuscaloosa.
Stop Ideas Near Lynn
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bear Creek and Tuscaloosa. Straight-line distance: 100.39 mi (161.57 km).
#1 Bear Creek
Town in Marion County, Alabama, USA
| Population | 1,061 |
| Coordinates | 34.6564800, -87.7333600 |
| Altitude | 159 |
| 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: 183 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $15.19 | $30.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $17.08 | $34.16 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $18.55 | $37.09 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $21.71 | $43.43 |
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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