How far is Grove Hill, AL from Tuscaloosa, AL?
The driving distance from Grove Hill, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL is about 114.3 miles (184 km), with a travel time of about 02h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104.4 miles (168 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 16m 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 08m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Grove Hill and Tuscaloosa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grove Hill and Tuscaloosa.
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Start on Main Street
54 m · 12 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto North Jackson Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · North Jackson Street
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Turn right
14.9 mi · 17 min
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Merge slight left
24 mi · 27 min
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Turn left
17.2 mi · 20 min
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Turn left
1.5 km · 1 min
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Continue on South Cedar Avenue
1 mi · 1 min · South Cedar Avenue
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Turn left onto East Capitol Street
736 ft · 14 sec · East Capitol Street
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Turn right
24.3 mi · 34 min
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue
601 ft · 27 sec · 1st Avenue
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Turn right onto Tuscaloosa Street
4.6 mi · 6 min · Tuscaloosa Street
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Turn left onto M L King Highway
1.2 mi · 3 min · M L King Highway
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Take the ramp right
1148 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
25.8 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 359 North, I 69 North: Tuscaloosa
1062 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
2.1 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 Grove Hill and Tuscaloosa.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
M L King Highway
Merge slight left
25.8 mi · 00h 28m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Grove Hill and Rain Showers Likely near Tuscaloosa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Grove Hill to Tuscaloosa?
The road trip is about 114.3 miles (184 km) and usually takes 02h 08m 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?
Demopolis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.7 miles from Grove Hill and 54.6 miles from Tuscaloosa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104.4 miles (168 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 2:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.26 one way or $30.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Grove Hill and Rain Showers Likely near Tuscaloosa.
Stop Ideas Near Demopolis
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 Demopolis.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Grove Hill and Tuscaloosa. Straight-line distance: 104.42 mi (168.05 km).
#1 Grove Hill
Town in Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 1,709 |
| Coordinates | 31.7087700, -87.7772200 |
| Altitude | 154 |
| 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: 184 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 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 | $15.26 | $30.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $17.16 | $34.33 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $18.64 | $37.28 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $21.82 | $43.64 |
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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