How far is Tuscaloosa, AL from Sylvan Springs, AL?
The driving distance from Tuscaloosa, AL to Sylvan Springs, AL is about 53.9 miles (86.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.3 miles (61.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 17m 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 01h 08m.
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.
Town in Alabama, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tuscaloosa and Sylvan Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuscaloosa and Sylvan Springs.
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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
40 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 18th Street, 19th Street
1719 ft · 51 sec
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Turn left onto 19th Street North
1.9 mi · 3 min · 19th Street North
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Continue on Hueytown Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · Hueytown Road
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Turn left onto Allison-Bonnett Memorial Drive
2166 ft · 43 sec · Allison-Bonnett Memorial Drive
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Continue on Warrior River Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Warrior River Road
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Turn right onto Rock Creek Road
3.4 mi · 7 min · Rock Creek Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Birmingport Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Birmingport Road
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Turn right onto Walnut Drive
21 m · 3 sec · Walnut Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Walnut Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tuscaloosa and Sylvan Springs.
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 South
Merge slight left
40 mi · 00h 43m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Tuscaloosa and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sylvan Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tuscaloosa to Sylvan Springs?
The road trip is about 53.9 miles (86.7 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?
Woodstock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.9 miles from Tuscaloosa and 27 miles from Sylvan Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.3 miles (61.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.6 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 4:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.20 one way or $14.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Tuscaloosa and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sylvan Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Woodstock
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 Sylvan Springs. Straight-line distance: 38.33 mi (61.69 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 Sylvan Springs
Town
| Population | 1,482 |
| Coordinates | 33.5156600, -87.0149900 |
| Altitude | 202 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sylvan Springs (-87.01499, 33.51566)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $7.20 | $14.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $8.09 | $16.18 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.79 | $17.58 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $10.29 | $20.58 |
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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