Origin
Tuscaloosa, AL
Evening in Tuscaloosa on Friday
Local time
8:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tuscaloosa, AL to Winfield, AL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
58.4 mi
94 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tuscaloosa, AL
Kelly
Winfield, AL
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
This straightforward 58.4-mile drive from Tuscaloosa, AL to Winfield, AL is easily managed as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes. Primarily utilizing AL 171 and US 43, with a segment on Temple Avenue North, about 63% of this journey involves highway driving. With an estimated fuel cost of $9, this route offers a budget-friendly option for exploring the Southeast region. Its manageable length means you won't need to worry about overnight stays, allowing for a flexible schedule. This drive is a practical choice for connecting these two Alabama towns efficiently.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 58.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for this 58.4-mile journey, with 63% of the route on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 34.6 miles along AL 171, offering a consistent pace. As you transition between AL 171, Temple Avenue North, and US 43, the road character remains largely consistent with its highway profile. This drive is designed for forward momentum rather than frequent scenic detours, making it a direct connection between your origin and destination.
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 171 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AL 171 and Temple Avenue North. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near University Boulevard.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 24m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (University Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 43; AL 69 / Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard North): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (10th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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University Boulevard
Turn right onto University Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 43; AL 69 / Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard North
Turn right onto US 43; AL 69 / Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
1.1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
10th Street
Turn left onto 10th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Main Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Main Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
4.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
AL 171
Turn left onto AL 171
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AL 171 | 34.6 mi | 47m |
| Temple Avenue North | 17.1 mi | 24m |
| US 43 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Main Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| 2nd Avenue Northeast | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard North | 1 mi | 1m |
| 2nd Avenue Southeast | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 10th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AL 171
— 34.6 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuscaloosa, AL and Winfield, AL.
1
Start on this road
132 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto University Boulevard
294 ft
·
7 sec
·
University Boulevard
3
Turn right onto US 43; AL 69
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard North
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto 10th Street
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
10th Street
Use the left lane.
5
At end of road, turn right onto Main Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Avenue
6
Continue on US 43
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US 43
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto AL 171
35 mi
·
47 min
·
AL 171
8
Turn slight right onto AL 171
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue Southeast
9
Continue on US 43; AL 171
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
2nd Avenue Northeast
10
Continue on US 43; AL 171
17 mi
·
24 min
·
Temple Avenue North
11
Turn left onto US 43; AL 118; AL 171
129 ft
·
3 sec
·
Bankhead Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
US 43; AL 118; AL 171
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.2 mi from Tuscaloosa, AL · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.2 miles from Tuscaloosa, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Winfield, AL
The final approach into Winfield, 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
$8.82 one way
$17.64 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.68 | $19.36 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.48 | $20.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.89 | $25.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.18 | $3.74 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Winfield, AL
Evening in Winfield on Friday
Local time
8:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 24m 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 Tuscaloosa, AL to Winfield, AL covers 58.4 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are AL 171, Temple Avenue North, US 43. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.2 miles from Tuscaloosa, AL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.82 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 24m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (University Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 43; AL 69 / Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard North): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (10th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Tuscaloosa, AL to Winfield, 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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