How far is Tuscaloosa, AL from Guntersville, AL?
The driving distance from Tuscaloosa, AL to Guntersville, AL is about 142.7 miles (229.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 107.9 miles (173.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 46m 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 53m.
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Halfway Point
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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 Guntersville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuscaloosa and Guntersville.
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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
52.9 mi · 57 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 65 North: Huntsville
45 m · 4 sec
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Continue on I 65 North: Huntsville
1027 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight right
46.5 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 278: Cullman, Double Springs
1201 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right
4.9 mi · 9 min
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Turn left
3264 ft · 51 sec
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Continue straight
19.9 mi · 28 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Main Street
1994 ft · 1 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Guntersville Road
3.1 mi · 4 min · Guntersville Road
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Continue straight
9.4 mi · 14 min
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Turn left onto Blount Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · Blount Avenue
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Turn left onto Worth Street
89 m · 20 sec · Worth Street
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Turn left onto Gunter Avenue
2 m · 1 sec · Gunter Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Gunter Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tuscaloosa and Guntersville.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South
Merge slight left
52.9 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Tuscaloosa and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Guntersville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tuscaloosa to Guntersville?
The road trip is about 142.7 miles (229.7 km) and usually takes 02h 53m 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?
Morris is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.4 miles from Tuscaloosa and 71.3 miles from Guntersville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 107.9 miles (173.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.09 one way or $38.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Tuscaloosa and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Guntersville.
Stop Ideas Near Morris
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Trussville City Hall
Brookside Fire Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Morris.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tuscaloosa and Guntersville. Straight-line distance: 107.95 mi (173.73 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 Guntersville
City in Marshall County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 8,676 |
| Coordinates | 34.3582300, -86.2944600 |
| Altitude | 194 |
| Country | United States |
End: Guntersville (-86.29446, 34.35823)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 230 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
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 | $19.09 | $38.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.47 | $42.93 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.31 | $46.62 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $27.29 | $54.58 |
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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