How far is Tuscaloosa, AL from Eufaula, AL?
The driving distance from Tuscaloosa, AL to Eufaula, AL is about 188.8 miles (303.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 168 miles (270.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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City in Alabama, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tuscaloosa and Eufaula.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuscaloosa and Eufaula.
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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
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto Skyland Boulevard East
1515 ft · 33 sec · Skyland Boulevard East
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Turn slight right
68 m · 9 sec
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Turn slight right onto Old Montgomery Highway
1.8 mi · 3 min · Old Montgomery Highway
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Turn right onto McFarland Boulevard East
86.8 mi · 1 hr 52 min · McFarland Boulevard East
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Turn right onto South Memorial Drive
2 mi · 3 min · South Memorial Drive
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Continue on Birmingham Highway
3.7 mi · 5 min · Birmingham Highway
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Turn right onto West Boulevard
10.1 mi · 15 min · West Boulevard
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Turn right onto Troy Highway
12.4 mi · 16 min · Troy Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward US 82 East: Union Springs
27.2 mi · 37 min
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Turn slight right
1780 ft · 59 sec
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Turn left onto Martin Luther King Boulevard
1013 ft · 33 sec · Martin Luther King Boulevard
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Turn right onto Conecuh Avenue West
1.5 mi · 3 min · Conecuh Avenue West
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Continue straight
37.3 mi · 50 min
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Take the ramp straight
65 m · 8 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Eufaula Avenue
1.4 mi · 4 min · North Eufaula Avenue
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Continue on South Eufaula Avenue
670 ft · 28 sec · South Eufaula Avenue
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Continue on South Eufaula Avenue
633 ft · 31 sec · South Eufaula Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Eufaula Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tuscaloosa and Eufaula.
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 East
Turn right onto McFarland Boulevard East
86.8 mi · 01h 52m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Rain Showers leaving Tuscaloosa and Showers And Thunderstorms near Eufaula.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tuscaloosa to Eufaula?
The road trip is about 188.8 miles (303.9 km) and usually takes 04h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Prattville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94.4 miles from Tuscaloosa and 94.4 miles from Eufaula.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 168 miles (270.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:30 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.22 one way or $50.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Tuscaloosa and Showers And Thunderstorms near Eufaula.
Stop Ideas Near Prattville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tuscaloosa and Eufaula. Straight-line distance: 167.99 mi (270.36 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 Eufaula
City in Alabama
| Population | 11,621 |
| Coordinates | 31.8912700, -85.1454900 |
| Altitude | 80 |
| Country | United States |
End: Eufaula (-85.14549, 31.89127)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 304 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 21m |
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 | $25.22 | $50.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $28.36 | $56.73 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.80 | $61.61 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $36.06 | $72.13 |
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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