How far is Tuscaloosa, AL from Argo, AL?
The driving distance from Tuscaloosa, AL to Argo, AL is about 82.1 miles (132.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69.9 miles (112.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 09m 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 34m.
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.
City in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tuscaloosa and Argo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuscaloosa and Argo.
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Start on the route
40 m · 12 sec
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Turn right onto University Boulevard
718 ft · 22 sec · University Boulevard
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Turn left onto Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South
2802 ft · 1 min · Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South
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Continue straight
1785 ft · 25 sec
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right
772 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
58.2 mi · 1 hr 4 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 59 North: Gadsden
17.4 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Argo
1228 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Argo
51 m · 4 sec
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Turn slight right onto Liles Lane
614 ft · 16 sec · Liles Lane
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Turn left onto Main Street
2124 ft · 40 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Argo-Margaret Road
1.8 mi · 4 min · Argo-Margaret Road
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Turn right onto Trace Way
670 ft · 32 sec · Trace Way
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Mason Circle
61 m · 9 sec · Mason Circle
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mason Circle
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tuscaloosa and Argo.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South
Merge slight left
58.2 mi · 01h 04m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Tuscaloosa and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Argo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tuscaloosa to Argo?
The road trip is about 82.1 miles (132.1 km) and usually takes 01h 34m 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?
Bessemer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41 miles from Tuscaloosa and 41.1 miles from Argo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.9 miles (112.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.2 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 3:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.98 one way or $21.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Tuscaloosa and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Argo.
Stop Ideas Near Bessemer
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tuscaloosa and Argo. Straight-line distance: 69.9 mi (112.49 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 Argo
Town in Jefferson County, Alabama, USA
| Population | 4,278 |
| Coordinates | 33.6877800, -86.5005100 |
| Altitude | 248 |
| Country | United States |
End: Argo (-86.50051, 33.68778)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 132 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 38m |
| 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 | $10.98 | $21.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.35 | $24.70 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.41 | $26.83 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $15.70 | $31.41 |
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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