How far is Glencoe, AL from Tuscaloosa, AL?
The driving distance from Glencoe, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL is about 126.8 miles (204.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 107.4 miles (172.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 52m 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 56m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glencoe and Tuscaloosa.
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Start on East Railroad Avenue
21 m · 9 sec · East Railroad Avenue
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Turn left onto North College Street
51 m · 12 sec · North College Street
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Turn right onto Chastain Boulevard East
1 mi · 2 min · Chastain Boulevard East
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Continue on East Meighan Boulevard
1.7 mi · 3 min · East Meighan Boulevard
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Take the exit slight left
622 ft · 17 sec
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Turn slight right onto 23rd Street
85 m · 7 sec · 23rd Street
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Continue on East Broad Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · East Broad Street
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Turn left onto Padenreich Avenue
2215 ft · 1 min · Padenreich Avenue
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Turn right onto Hillsboro Drive
156 m · 23 sec · Hillsboro Drive
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Turn right onto George Wallace Drive
2047 ft · 57 sec · George Wallace Drive
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Turn left onto Birmingham, Chattanooga
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
4 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Birmingham
1864 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight right
110.3 mi · 2 hr 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 359 North, I 69 North: Tuscaloosa
2219 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
1.8 mi · 2 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 Glencoe 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.
Birmingham
Merge slight right
110 mi · 02h 01m
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 Glencoe 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 Glencoe to Tuscaloosa?
The road trip is about 126.8 miles (204.1 km) and usually takes 01h 56m 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?
Irondale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62 miles from Glencoe and 64.8 miles from Tuscaloosa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 107.4 miles (172.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.4 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 2:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.97 one way or $33.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Glencoe and Mostly Sunny near Tuscaloosa.
Stop Ideas Near Irondale
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Irondale.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Glencoe and Tuscaloosa. Straight-line distance: 107.42 mi (172.88 km).
#1 Glencoe
City in Alabama, USA
| Population | 5,080 |
| Coordinates | 33.9570400, -85.9324700 |
| Altitude | 172 |
| 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: 204 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 34m |
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 | $16.97 | $33.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $19.08 | $38.16 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $20.72 | $41.44 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $24.26 | $48.52 |
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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