How far is Clanton, AL from Tuscaloosa, AL?
The driving distance from Clanton, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL is about 72.5 miles (116.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 60.1 miles (96.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 35m 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 01h 17m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Bibb County, Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clanton and Tuscaloosa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clanton and Tuscaloosa.
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Start on 1st Avenue North
119 m · 23 sec · 1st Avenue North
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Turn right onto 7th Street North
1124 ft · 33 sec · 7th Street North
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Turn left onto 4th Avenue North
14.8 mi · 21 min · 4th Avenue North
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Keep slight left to continue on Foshee Avenue
1145 ft · 40 sec · Foshee Avenue
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Turn left
965 ft · 24 sec
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Turn right onto County Road 10
2 mi · 3 min · County Road 10
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Merge slight left
47.2 mi · 58 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 Clanton 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.
County Road 10
Merge slight left
47.2 mi · 00h 58m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Clanton and Mostly Sunny near Tuscaloosa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clanton to Tuscaloosa?
The road trip is about 72.5 miles (116.7 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Centreville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.1 miles from Clanton and 37.4 miles from Tuscaloosa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60.1 miles (96.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.4 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 3:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.69 one way or $19.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Clanton and Mostly Sunny near Tuscaloosa.
Stop Ideas Near Centreville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clanton and Tuscaloosa. Straight-line distance: 60.17 mi (96.84 km).
#1 Clanton
City in Chilton County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 8,764 |
| Coordinates | 32.8387400, -86.6294300 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| 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: 117 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
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 | $9.69 | $19.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.90 | $21.81 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $11.84 | $23.68 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $13.86 | $27.72 |
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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