How far is Tuscaloosa, AL from Ohatchee, AL?
The driving distance from Tuscaloosa, AL to Ohatchee, AL is about 115 miles (185 km), with a travel time of about 02h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.6 miles (158.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 25m 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 12m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Neighborhood of Vestavia Hills, Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tuscaloosa and Ohatchee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuscaloosa and Ohatchee.
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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
34.2 mi · 37 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 459 North: Gadsden, Atlanta
2902 ft · 1 min
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Continue on John M. Harbert III Freeway
28.5 mi · 31 min · John M. Harbert III Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 20: Birmingham, Atlanta
883 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 20 East: Atlanta
3180 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
30.5 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 77: Talladega, Lincoln
1177 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left
14.5 mi · 20 min
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Turn right
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Harts Ferry Road
1171 ft · 32 sec · Harts Ferry Road
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Turn right onto Spring Road
1721 ft · 50 sec · Spring Road
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Turn right onto Main Street
114 m · 16 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tuscaloosa and Ohatchee.
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
34.2 mi · 00h 37m
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.
Sunny leaving Tuscaloosa and Sunny near Ohatchee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tuscaloosa to Ohatchee?
The road trip is about 115 miles (185 km) and usually takes 02h 12m 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?
Cahaba Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.4 miles from Tuscaloosa and 57.5 miles from Ohatchee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.6 miles (158.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.4 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 2:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.38 one way or $30.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tuscaloosa and Sunny near Ohatchee.
Stop Ideas Near Cahaba Heights
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 Cahaba Heights.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tuscaloosa and Ohatchee. Straight-line distance: 98.59 mi (158.66 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 Ohatchee
Town in Calhoun County, Alabama
| Population | 1,148 |
| Coordinates | 33.7834300, -86.0024700 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ohatchee (-86.00247, 33.78343)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 185 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 26m |
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 | $15.38 | $30.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $17.29 | $34.58 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $18.78 | $37.56 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $21.98 | $43.97 |
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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