How far is Tuscaloosa, AL from Greensboro, AL?

The driving distance from Tuscaloosa, AL to Greensboro, AL is about 38 miles (61.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 35 miles (56.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
38.05 mi
00h 52m
Flight
34.97 mi
56.28 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Tuscaloosa.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
34.97 mi
Kilometers
56.28 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
38.05 mi
Kilometers
61.23 km
Drive Time
00h 52m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 52m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Greensboro
Fri, May 1, 4:44 AM CDT
Return by in Tuscaloosa
Fri, May 1, 5:36 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Tuscaloosa
2026-05-01T03:51
Arrive Greensboro
Fri, May 1, 4:44 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 52m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:52 AM to 10:52 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:46 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Tuscaloosa
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Moundville
AL

Town in Alabama

From Tuscaloosa
19.1 mi
00h 26m
To Greensboro
19 mi
00h 26m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
66°F
Friday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph NE
Destination
66°F
Friday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph NE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Tuscaloosa and Greensboro.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Tuscaloosa and Greensboro.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    40 m · 12 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto University Boulevard

    718 ft · 22 sec · University Boulevard

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South

    2802 ft · 1 min · Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South

  4. 4

    Continue straight

    1785 ft · 25 sec

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    3.3 mi · 4 min

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    1529 ft · 26 sec

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    33.4 mi · 46 min

  8. 8

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Tuscaloosa Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Tuscaloosa and Greensboro.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
8 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
21.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South
37.9 mi · 100%
University Boulevard
0.14 mi
Longest Stretch

Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South

Continue straight

33.4 mi · 00h 46m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 52m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3 mi
35 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Moundville
00h 26m from Tuscaloosa
Leave By
4:46 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Tuscaloosa and Chance Rain Showers near Greensboro.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Tuscaloosa to Greensboro?

The road trip is about 38 miles (61.2 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?

Moundville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.1 miles from Tuscaloosa and 19 miles from Greensboro.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 35 miles (56.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 3 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 4:46 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.07 one way or $10.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Tuscaloosa and Chance Rain Showers near Greensboro.

Stop Ideas Near Moundville

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Moundville, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Moundville.

RAIL

Tuscaloosa

23 mi away
2105 Greensboro Ave
BUS

Brent, AL

43 mi away
10393 Alabama Highway 5
BUS

Marion, AL

50 mi away
26400 Alabama Highway 14
BUS

Selma, AL

86 mi away
434 Broad Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Tuscaloosa and Greensboro. Straight-line distance: 34.97 mi (56.28 km).

Tuscaloosa

#1 Tuscaloosa

The most populous city in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama.

Population102,819
Coordinates33.2098400, -87.5691700
Altitude68
CountryUnited States
Greensboro

#2 Greensboro

City in Hale County, Alabama, United States

Population2,265
Coordinates32.7041500, -87.5955000
Altitude86
CountryUnited States
Start: Tuscaloosa (-87.56917, 33.20984)
End: Greensboro (-87.5955, 32.70415)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 61 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 16m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 57m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 45m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 38m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 32m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 28m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.34 gal
5.08 L · about $5.07
Round trip
$10.15
2.68 gal · 10.16 L
Estimated CO2
11.9 kg one way
Round trip: 23.8 kg / 52 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $5.07 $10.15
Mid-grade $4.26 $5.71 $11.41
Premium $4.63 $6.20 $12.40
Diesel $5.42 $7.26 $14.51

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Alabama · May 01, 2026

There is no time difference between Tuscaloosa and Greensboro. The current time is 03:51:49.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.