How far is Tuscaloosa, AL from Jemison, AL?
The driving distance from Tuscaloosa, AL to Jemison, AL is about 61.9 miles (99.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.6 miles (81.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 01m 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 30m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Bibb 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 Jemison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuscaloosa and Jemison.
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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
33 mi · 38 min · McFarland Boulevard East
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Turn left onto Bibb County 20
5.5 mi · 10 min · Bibb County 20
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Continue on Antioch Road
5 mi · 9 min · Antioch Road
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Turn right
1538 ft · 31 sec
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Turn left onto Bibb County 36
2.2 mi · 5 min · Bibb County 36
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Continue on County Road 36
3.7 mi · 9 min · County Road 36
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At the end of the road, turn left
6.8 mi · 10 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Church Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tuscaloosa and Jemison.
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
33 mi · 00h 38m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Tuscaloosa and Showers And Thunderstorms near Jemison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tuscaloosa to Jemison?
The road trip is about 61.9 miles (99.6 km) and usually takes 01h 30m 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?
Brent is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.9 miles from Tuscaloosa and 30.9 miles from Jemison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.6 miles (81.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.3 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 3:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.26 one way or $16.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Tuscaloosa and Showers And Thunderstorms near Jemison.
Stop Ideas Near Brent
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Brent.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tuscaloosa and Jemison. Straight-line distance: 50.65 mi (81.52 km).
#1 Tuscaloosa
The most populous city in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama.
| Population | 102,819 |
| Coordinates | 33.2098400, -87.5691700 |
| Altitude | 68 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jemison (-86.74665, 32.95985)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 100 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $8.26 | $16.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.28 | $18.57 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.08 | $20.17 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $11.80 | $23.61 |
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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