Origin
Winfield, AL
Late night in Winfield on Saturday
Local time
1:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Winfield, 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 24m
Distance
58.4 mi
94 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good 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.
Winfield, AL
Mark Stebnicki
Tuscaloosa, AL
Kelly
Trip Overview
This straightforward 58.4-mile drive from Winfield, AL, to Tuscaloosa, AL, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 24 minutes, making it an excellent day trip. The route is predominantly highway, with 95% of the journey on main roads like US 43 and Main Avenue. You can expect a fuel cost of around $9 for this trip. Since it's a relatively short drive through the Southeast region, it doesn't require an overnight stop, offering flexibility in your travel plans. This drive is focused on efficient travel between these two Alabama cities.
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 (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 58.4-mile journey, as 95% of the drive utilizes major roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 55.7 miles, primarily on US 43. This suggests a consistent pace for a significant portion of your travel. The profile indicates a drive that prioritizes reaching your destination efficiently, rather than winding through scenic byways. You'll likely experience a steady flow on well-maintained highways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 43 is the longest continuous segment at about 55.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 43 and Main Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 43; AL 171.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Winfield, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL is easy. At 1h 24m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 43; AL 171): Navigation decision point; at 57.4 miles (5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 57.5 miles: Navigation decision point.
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
|
US 43; AL 171
Turn right onto US 43; AL 171
Navigation decision point
3
57.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
5th Street
Turn left onto 5th Street
Navigation decision point
3
57.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
58.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
University Boulevard
Turn left onto University Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
58.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 43 | 55.7 mi | 1h 19m |
| Main Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| University Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 5th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bankhead Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 43
— 55.7 mi, about 1h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winfield, AL and Tuscaloosa, AL.
1
Start on US 43; AL 118; AL 171
129 ft
·
7 sec
·
Bankhead Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 43; AL 171
54 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
US 43; AL 171
3
Turn right onto US 43
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
US 43
4
Continue on Main Avenue
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Avenue
5
Turn left onto 5th Street
364 ft
·
12 sec
·
5th Street
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
7
Merge onto US 43; AL 69
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard
8
Turn left onto University Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
University Boulevard
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Turn left
168 ft
·
12 sec
Use the left lane.
10
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.2 mi from Winfield, 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 Winfield, 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
$8.82 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
Tuscaloosa, AL
Late night in Tuscaloosa on Saturday
Local time
1:17 AM
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
2 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 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 Winfield, AL to Tuscaloosa, 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 US 43, Main Avenue, Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard. 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 Winfield, 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.
The drive from Winfield, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL is easy. At 1h 24m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 43; AL 171): Navigation decision point; at 57.4 miles (5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 57.5 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Winfield, 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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