How far is Tuscaloosa, AL from Whitesboro, AL?
The driving distance from Tuscaloosa, AL to Whitesboro, AL is about 128.1 miles (206.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108.5 miles (174.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 56m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 28m.
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 Whitesboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuscaloosa and Whitesboro.
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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
58.2 mi · 1 hr 4 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 59 North: Gadsden
57.8 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AL 211: Noccalula Falls Park
1141 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left
39 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto Noccalula Parkway
2527 ft · 50 sec · Noccalula Parkway
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Continue on Bruton Gap Road
2.2 mi · 5 min · Bruton Gap Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Duck Springs Road
2540 ft · 54 sec · Duck Springs Road
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Turn left onto Leeth Gap Road
4.9 mi · 8 min · Leeth Gap Road
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Turn left onto Whitesboro Road
65 m · 9 sec · Whitesboro Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Whitesboro Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tuscaloosa and Whitesboro.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South
Merge slight left
58.2 mi · 01h 04m
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 Whitesboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tuscaloosa to Whitesboro?
The road trip is about 128.1 miles (206.1 km) and usually takes 02h 28m 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?
Irondale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64 miles from Tuscaloosa and 64.1 miles from Whitesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108.5 miles (174.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.6 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:34 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.47 one way or $32.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tuscaloosa and Sunny near Whitesboro.
Stop Ideas Near Irondale
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 Irondale.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tuscaloosa and Whitesboro. Straight-line distance: 108.51 mi (174.63 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 Whitesboro
Whitesboro is a place in Alabama, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.1634300, -86.0694200 |
| Altitude | 324 |
| Country | United States |
End: Whitesboro (-86.06942, 34.16343)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 206 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 35m |
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 | $3.64 | $16.47 | $32.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.13 | $18.65 | $37.30 |
| Premium | $4.53 | $20.48 | $40.96 |
| Diesel | $5.80 | $26.22 | $52.44 |
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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