How far is Jasper, AL from Tuscaloosa, AL?
The driving distance from Jasper, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL is about 54.8 miles (88.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.1 miles (74.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 36m 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 18m.
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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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 Jasper and Tuscaloosa.
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Start on 3rd Avenue
13 m · 6 sec · 3rd Avenue
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Turn left onto 20th Street West
1919 ft · 55 sec · 20th Street West
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Continue straight
2.9 mi · 4 min
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Turn left
9.2 mi · 13 min
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Turn left
11.9 mi · 16 min
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Continue on State Route 69
18.3 mi · 25 min · State Route 69
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Continue on State Route 69
1.5 km · 1 min · State Route 69
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Continue straight
7.3 mi · 10 min
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Continue straight
3.5 mi · 6 min
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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 Jasper and Tuscaloosa.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Route 69
Continue on State Route 69
18.3 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Sunny leaving Jasper and Sunny near Tuscaloosa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jasper to Tuscaloosa?
The road trip is about 54.8 miles (88.2 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?
Berry is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.4 miles from Jasper and 27.5 miles from Tuscaloosa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.1 miles (74.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.7 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 $7.31 one way or $14.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jasper and Sunny near Tuscaloosa.
Stop Ideas Near Berry
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 Berry.
Tuscaloosa
Birmingham
Brent, AL
Marion, AL
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jasper and Tuscaloosa. Straight-line distance: 46.11 mi (74.2 km).
#1 Jasper
City in Walker County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 13,278 |
| Coordinates | 33.8312200, -87.2775100 |
| Altitude | 100 |
| 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: 88 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $7.31 | $14.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $8.22 | $16.44 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.93 | $17.85 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $10.45 | $20.90 |
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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