How far is Tuscaloosa, AL from New Hope, AL?
The driving distance from Tuscaloosa, AL to New Hope, AL is about 162.1 miles (260.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 113.8 miles (183.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 36m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 18m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Blount County, Alabama
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tuscaloosa and New Hope.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuscaloosa and New Hope.
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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
1.4 mi · 2 min · Blount Avenue
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Continue on Paddle Wheel Drive
788 ft · 15 sec · Paddle Wheel Drive
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Continue on Florida Short Route
4.7 mi · 6 min · Florida Short Route
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Continue on Florida Short Route
12.5 mi · 14 min · Florida Short Route
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Turn right onto Oak Grove Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Oak Grove Road
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Turn right onto Johnson Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · Johnson Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Drive
136 m · 9 sec · Main Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tuscaloosa and New Hope.
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 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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tuscaloosa to New Hope?
The road trip is about 162.1 miles (260.9 km) and usually takes 03h 18m 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?
Smoke Rise is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.1 miles from Tuscaloosa and 81 miles from New Hope.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 113.8 miles (183.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 48.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:24 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.66 one way or $43.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Smoke Rise
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Smoke Rise.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tuscaloosa and New Hope. Straight-line distance: 113.81 mi (183.16 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 New Hope
City in Madison County, Alabama
| Population | 2,800 |
| Coordinates | 34.5371200, -86.3942600 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Hope (-86.39426, 34.53712)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 261 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
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 | $21.66 | $43.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $24.36 | $48.72 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $26.46 | $52.91 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.97 | $61.95 |
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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