How far is Owens Cross Roads, AL from Tuscumbia, AL?
The driving distance from Owens Cross Roads, AL to Tuscumbia, AL is about 82.5 miles (132.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 71.4 miles (114.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 34m 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 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Morgan County, Alabama.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Owens Cross Roads and Tuscumbia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Owens Cross Roads and Tuscumbia.
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Start on Old Hwy 431
10 m · 3 sec · Old Hwy 431
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Turn right onto Wilson Mann Road
2361 ft · 1 min · Wilson Mann Road
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Turn left
15.6 mi · 23 min
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Take the ramp slight left toward I-565 West: Decatur
1770 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
16.6 mi · 18 min
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Continue straight
624 ft · 9 sec
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Continue on Huntsville-Decatur Highway
3.5 mi · 4 min · Huntsville-Decatur Highway
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Continue on Bee Line Highway
1.6 mi · 2 min · Bee Line Highway
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Keep slight right
43.1 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit right
50 m · 4 sec
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Turn slight right onto South Woodmont Drive
1.4 km · 2 min · South Woodmont Drive
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Continue on South Dickson Street
1129 ft · 46 sec · South Dickson Street
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Turn left onto East 6th Street
33 m · 4 sec · East 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Owens Cross Roads and Tuscumbia.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Bee Line Highway
Keep slight right
43.1 mi · 00h 55m
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 Owens Cross Roads and Sunny near Tuscumbia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Owens Cross Roads to Tuscumbia?
The road trip is about 82.5 miles (132.8 km) and usually takes 01h 47m 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?
Decatur is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.2 miles from Owens Cross Roads and 41.3 miles from Tuscumbia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 71.4 miles (114.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.1 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 2:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.02 one way or $22.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Owens Cross Roads and Sunny near Tuscumbia.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Owens Cross Roads and Tuscumbia. Straight-line distance: 71.36 mi (114.85 km).
#1 Owens Cross Roads
City in Madison County, Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 2,233 |
| Coordinates | 34.5881500, -86.4588800 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tuscumbia
City in Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 8,462 |
| Coordinates | 34.7312000, -87.7025300 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tuscumbia (-87.70253, 34.7312)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 133 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $11.02 | $22.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.39 | $24.79 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.46 | $26.92 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $15.76 | $31.52 |
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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