How far is Tuscaloosa, AL from Grove Hill, AL?
The driving distance from Tuscaloosa, AL to Grove Hill, AL is about 119.4 miles (192.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104.4 miles (168 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 54m 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 02h 27m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tuscaloosa and Grove Hill.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuscaloosa and Grove Hill.
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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 right
1592 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
25.6 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Union
974 ft · 29 sec
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Turn left onto M L King Highway
1.3 mi · 3 min · M L King Highway
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Merge slight left
4.6 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto 1st Avenue
601 ft · 27 sec · 1st Avenue
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Merge slight right onto Greensboro Street
1546 ft · 33 sec · Greensboro Street
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Turn slight right onto Demopolis Highway
24 mi · 34 min · Demopolis Highway
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Turn left onto East Capitol Street
736 ft · 14 sec · East Capitol Street
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Turn right onto North Cedar Avenue
1 mi · 1 min · North Cedar Avenue
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Turn left
1.6 km · 1 min
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Turn right
17.2 mi · 20 min
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Turn right
40.5 mi · 47 min
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Turn left onto Cobb Street
1299 ft · 28 sec · Cobb Street
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Turn right onto Court Street
103 m · 10 sec · Court Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
23 m · 4 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Main Street
86 m · 9 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tuscaloosa and Grove Hill.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
Turn right
40.5 mi · 00h 47m
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 Likely leaving Tuscaloosa and Showers And Thunderstorms near Grove Hill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tuscaloosa to Grove Hill?
The road trip is about 119.4 miles (192.2 km) and usually takes 02h 27m 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?
Demopolis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.8 miles from Tuscaloosa and 59.6 miles from Grove Hill.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104.4 miles (168 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 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 1:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.94 one way or $31.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Tuscaloosa and Showers And Thunderstorms near Grove Hill.
Stop Ideas Near Demopolis
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 Grove Hill. Straight-line distance: 104.42 mi (168.05 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 Grove Hill
Town in Alabama, United States of America
| Population | 1,709 |
| Coordinates | 31.7087700, -87.7772200 |
| Altitude | 154 |
| Country | United States |
End: Grove Hill (-87.77722, 31.70877)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 192 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 29m |
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 | $15.94 | $31.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $17.93 | $35.86 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $19.47 | $38.94 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $22.80 | $45.59 |
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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