How far is Tuscaloosa, AL from Ladonia, AL?
The driving distance from Tuscaloosa, AL to Ladonia, AL is about 179.5 miles (288.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 153.4 miles (246.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 35m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 47m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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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 Ladonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuscaloosa and Ladonia.
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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
89 mi · 1 hr 55 min · McFarland Boulevard East
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Turn right onto Cobbs Ford Road
1.3 km · 57 sec · Cobbs Ford Road
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Take the exit right
7.6 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I-85 North: Atlanta
120 m · 10 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 85 North: Atlanta
1040 ft · 25 sec
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Continue straight
42.1 mi · 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 186 East: Wire Road
1212 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right
3.9 mi · 5 min
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Merge slight left
30.1 mi · 42 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Crawford Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tuscaloosa and Ladonia.
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
89 mi · 01h 55m
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.
Sunny leaving Tuscaloosa and Sunny near Ladonia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tuscaloosa to Ladonia?
The road trip is about 179.5 miles (288.9 km) and usually takes 03h 47m 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 89.7 miles from Tuscaloosa and 89.9 miles from Ladonia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 153.4 miles (246.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.1 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 9:24 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.97 one way or $47.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Tuscaloosa and Ladonia, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tuscaloosa and Sunny near Ladonia.
Stop Ideas Near Prattville
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 Ladonia. Straight-line distance: 153.36 mi (246.81 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 Ladonia
Census designated place
| Population | 3,142 |
| Coordinates | 32.4682000, -85.0791000 |
| Altitude | 143 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ladonia (-85.0791, 32.4682)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 289 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 14m |
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 | $23.97 | $47.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $26.96 | $53.92 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $29.28 | $58.55 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $34.28 | $68.55 |
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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