Distance from Los Angeles to Tuscaloosa by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Los Angeles (CA) to Tuscaloosa (AL) is 1759 miles or 2831 kilometers or 1528 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Los Angeles to Tuscaloosa is 2023 miles (3257 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 264 miles or 426 km.

Flight distance from Los Angeles, CA to Tuscaloosa, AL in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Los Angeles and Tuscaloosa is 1759 miles or 2831 km.
The nearest airport to Los Angeles, is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and the nearest airport to Tuscaloosa, is Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).

What is the average flight time from Los Angeles to Tuscaloosa?

Flight time from Los Angeles, CA to Tuscaloosa, AL is 4 hours 2 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Los Angeles to Tuscaloosa Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Los Angeles, CA and Tuscaloosa, AL
This map shows the distance from Los Angeles, CA, Usa to Tuscaloosa, AL, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Los Angeles, California to Tuscaloosa, Alabama is displayed below.

Driving distance from Los Angeles, CA to Tuscaloosa, AL

The driving distance from Los Angeles, California to Tuscaloosa, Alabama is 2023 miles or 3257 km.
The total driving distance from Los Angeles, CA to Tuscaloosa, AL is 2023 miles or 3257 kilometers. Your trip begins in Los Angeles, California. It ends in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
The driving distance from Los Angeles, California to Tuscaloosa, Alabama is approximately 2023 miles (3257 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 35 to 36 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Los Angeles, CA to Tuscaloosa, AL

How long is the drive from Los Angeles, CA to Tuscaloosa, AL?
The total driving time is 35 hours, 11 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Los Angeles to Tuscaloosa take?
Los Angeles and Tuscaloosa are 35 hours 11 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Los Angeles and Tuscaloosa

Time difference between Los Angeles (CA) and Tuscaloosa (AL) is 3 Hours.
Tuscaloosa time is 3 Hours ahead of Los Angeles.

Current local time in Los AngelesCurrent local time in Tuscaloosa
2025-12-19, 19:16:30 PST2025-12-19, 22:16:30 EST
How Far is it Between Los Angeles California, USA and Tuscaloosa Alabama, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Los Angeles, CA and Tuscaloosa, AL in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2023 mi 3257 km 1756.77 nmi
Straight line distance 1759 mi 2831 km 1528 nmi
Difference 264 mi 426 km 228 nmi

Los Angeles Details

Los Angeles is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 34° 3' 8'' Longitude: W 118° 14' 37.2''
Latitude34.05223
Longitude-118.24368
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to Los Angeles

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Tuscaloosa Details

Tuscaloosa is located in Alabama, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 12' 35.4'' Longitude: W 87° 34' 9''
Latitude33.20984
Longitude-87.56917
StateAlabama
Nearest airports to Tuscaloosa

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Los Angeles, CA and Tuscaloosa, AL
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 67 hours 51 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 50 hours 53 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 45 hours 14 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 40 hours 42 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 37 hours 0 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 33 hours 55 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 31 hours 19 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 29 hours 4 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 27 hours 8 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 25 hours 26 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 23 hours 56 minutes