How far is Tuscaloosa, AL from Sheffield, AL?
The driving distance from Tuscaloosa, AL to Sheffield, AL is about 120.8 miles (194.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 107.7 miles (173.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 39m 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 49m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Winston 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 Sheffield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuscaloosa and Sheffield.
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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
1.6 km · 1 min · Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard North
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Turn left onto 10th Street
929 ft · 43 sec · 10th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · Main Avenue
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Continue straight
28.6 mi · 39 min
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Continue straight
32.8 mi · 46 min
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Continue straight
2501 ft · 43 sec
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Continue straight
53.1 mi · 1 hr 12 min
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Turn left onto Avalon Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · Avalon Avenue
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Turn right onto South Montgomery Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · South Montgomery Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Montgomery Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tuscaloosa and Sheffield.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Main Avenue
Continue straight
53.1 mi · 01h 12m
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 Sheffield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tuscaloosa to Sheffield?
The road trip is about 120.8 miles (194.4 km) and usually takes 02h 49m 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?
Lynn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.5 miles from Tuscaloosa and 60.3 miles from Sheffield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 107.7 miles (173.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.13 one way or $32.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tuscaloosa and Sunny near Sheffield.
Stop Ideas Near Lynn
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 Lynn.
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Tuscaloosa
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tuscaloosa and Sheffield. Straight-line distance: 107.71 mi (173.35 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 Sheffield
City in Alabama, USA
| Population | 8,839 |
| Coordinates | 34.7650900, -87.6986400 |
| Altitude | 157 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sheffield (-87.69864, 34.76509)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 194 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
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 | $16.13 | $32.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $18.14 | $36.29 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $19.70 | $39.41 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $23.07 | $46.14 |
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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