Origin
Jasper, AL
Night in Jasper on Friday
Local time
9:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jasper, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
54.7 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jasper, AL
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Tuscaloosa, AL
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 54.7-mile journey from Jasper, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL takes approximately 1 hour and 17 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. With 99% highway driving, you'll spend most of your time on major roads like AL 69 and 20th Street West. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $8. Since it's a relatively short drive within the same region (Southeast) and state (AL), you won't need to worry about overnight stays. This route is ideal for those looking for an efficient and uncomplicated drive between these two Alabama cities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 54.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the vast majority of this trip, as 99% of the route is on highways. You'll experience a long stretch of 34.9 miles on AL 69 without significant interruptions. The road's personality is consistent, primarily consisting of fast-paced highway travel with limited diversions. This means you'll maintain steady progress, making it a predictable and efficient drive from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
AL 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AL 69 and State Route 69. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 20th Street West.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Jasper, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL is easy. At 1h 17m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (20th Street West): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (AL 69): Navigation decision point; at 12.5 miles (AL 69): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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20th Street West
Turn left onto 20th Street West
Navigation decision point
4
3.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
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AL 69
Turn left onto AL 69
Navigation decision point
3
12.5 mi into trip
|
~18m in
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AL 69
Turn left onto AL 69
Navigation decision point
5
54.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
University Boulevard
Turn left onto University Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
54.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AL 69 | 34.9 mi | 49m |
| State Route 69 | 19.3 mi | 26m |
| 20th Street West | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| University Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 3rd Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AL 69
— 34.9 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jasper, AL and Tuscaloosa, AL.
1
Start on 3rd Avenue
41 ft
·
6 sec
·
3rd Avenue
2
Turn left onto 20th Street West
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
20th Street West
3
Continue on AL 69
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
AL 69
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left onto AL 69
9.2 mi
·
12 min
·
AL 69
5
Turn left onto AL 69
12 mi
·
16 min
·
AL 69
6
Continue on SR 69
18 mi
·
24 min
·
State Route 69
7
Continue on SR 69
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 69
8
Continue on AL 69
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
AL 69
9
Continue on AL 69
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
AL 69
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn left onto University Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
University Boulevard
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Turn left
168 ft
·
12 sec
Use the left lane.
12
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.3 mi from Jasper, AL · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.3 miles from Jasper, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tuscaloosa, AL
The final approach into Tuscaloosa, AL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.26 one way
$16.52 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.07 | $18.14 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.82 | $19.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.08 | $24.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.74 | $2.63 |
| Efficient EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.79 | $2.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.66 | $3.50 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Tuscaloosa, AL
Night in Tuscaloosa on Friday
Local time
9:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 17m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Jasper, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL covers 54.7 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are AL 69, State Route 69, 20th Street West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.3 miles from Jasper, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.26 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Jasper, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL is easy. At 1h 17m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (20th Street West): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (AL 69): Navigation decision point; at 12.5 miles (AL 69): Navigation decision point.
The route from Jasper, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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