How far is Tuscaloosa, AL from Aliceville, AL?
The driving distance from Tuscaloosa, AL to Aliceville, AL is about 44.7 miles (71.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.1 miles (54.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 04m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 02m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Pickens County, Alabama
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tuscaloosa and Aliceville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuscaloosa and Aliceville.
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Start on the route
40 m · 12 sec
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Turn right onto University Boulevard
90 m · 8 sec · University Boulevard
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Turn right onto Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard North
1.6 km · 1 min · Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard North
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Turn left onto 10th Street
929 ft · 43 sec · 10th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · Main Avenue
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Turn left onto McFarland Boulevard
18 mi · 23 min · McFarland Boulevard
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Turn left
13.3 mi · 18 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Commerce Avenue
537 ft · 15 sec · Commerce Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Commerce Avenue
10 mi · 14 min · Commerce Avenue
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Turn right onto 3rd Avenue Northeast
2300 ft · 1 min · 3rd Avenue Northeast
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Continue on Mobile Road
606 ft · 17 sec · Mobile Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mobile Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tuscaloosa and Aliceville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
McFarland Boulevard
Turn left onto McFarland Boulevard
18 mi · 00h 23m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Tuscaloosa and Rain Showers near Aliceville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tuscaloosa to Aliceville?
The road trip is about 44.7 miles (71.9 km) and usually takes 01h 02m 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?
Gordo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.3 miles from Tuscaloosa and 22.4 miles from Aliceville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.1 miles (54.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.6 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 4:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.98 one way or $11.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Tuscaloosa and Rain Showers near Aliceville.
Stop Ideas Near Gordo
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 Gordo.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tuscaloosa and Aliceville. Straight-line distance: 34.13 mi (54.92 km).
#1 Tuscaloosa
The most populous city in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama.
| Population | 102,819 |
| Coordinates | 33.2098400, -87.5691700 |
| Altitude | 68 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Aliceville
City in Pickens County, Alabama, USA
| Population | 2,231 |
| Coordinates | 33.1295700, -88.1514200 |
| Altitude | 58 |
| Country | United States |
End: Aliceville (-88.15142, 33.12957)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $5.98 | $11.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.73 | $13.46 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.31 | $14.62 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.56 | $17.11 |
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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