How far is Thorsby, AL from Tuscaloosa, AL?
The driving distance from Thorsby, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL is about 63.2 miles (101.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.4 miles (86 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 21m 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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City in Bibb County, Alabama, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Thorsby and Tuscaloosa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thorsby and Tuscaloosa.
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Start on Concordia Street
21 m · 7 sec · Concordia Street
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Turn left
5.7 mi · 8 min
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Turn left
9.4 mi · 17 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
20.7 mi · 29 min
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Take the ramp left toward US 82:west: Tuscaloosa
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
27.3 mi · 32 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 Thorsby 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.
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27.3 mi · 00h 32m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Thorsby to Tuscaloosa?
The road trip is about 63.2 miles (101.7 km) and usually takes 01h 10m 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 Thorsby and 28.1 miles from Tuscaloosa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.4 miles (86 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.8 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 4:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.45 one way or $16.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Centreville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Thorsby and Tuscaloosa. Straight-line distance: 53.43 mi (85.99 km).
#1 Thorsby
Town in Alabama, USA
| Population | 2,074 |
| Coordinates | 32.9156800, -86.7158200 |
| Altitude | 212 |
| 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: 102 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $8.45 | $16.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.50 | $19.00 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.31 | $20.63 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $12.08 | $24.15 |
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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