How far is Tuscaloosa, AL from Northport, AL?
The driving distance from Tuscaloosa, AL to Northport, AL is about 1.6 miles (2.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 1.4 miles (2.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuscaloosa and Northport.
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Start on the route
40 m · 12 sec
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Turn right onto University Boulevard
90 m · 8 sec · University Boulevard
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Turn right onto Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard North
1.5 mi · 2 min · Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard North
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Turn left onto 20th Street
64 m · 11 sec · 20th Street
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Turn left
55 m · 13 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tuscaloosa and Northport.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard North
Turn right onto Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard North
1.48 mi · 00h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Tuscaloosa and Mostly Sunny near Northport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tuscaloosa to Northport?
The road trip is about 1.6 miles (2.6 km) and usually takes 00h 03m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Coker is a useful midpoint, sitting about 0.8 miles from Tuscaloosa and 0.8 miles from Northport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 1.4 miles (2.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.23 one way or $0.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 0.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Tuscaloosa and Mostly Sunny near Northport.
Stop Ideas Near Coker
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 Northport. Straight-line distance: 1.4 mi (2.26 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 Northport
City in Alabama, United States
| Population | 26,075 |
| Coordinates | 33.2290100, -87.5772300 |
| Altitude | 67 |
| Country | United States |
End: Northport (-87.57723, 33.22901)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 3 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $0.23 | $0.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $0.26 | $0.51 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $0.28 | $0.55 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $0.32 | $0.65 |
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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