Driving from Tuscaloosa to Chicago
Chicago lies 961 km (597 mi) north of Tuscaloosa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 13 h 1 min without stops, over roughly 1,172 km (728 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Tuscaloosa | Chicago | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 111,338 | 2.7 million |
| Elevation | 69 m (226 ft) | 180 m (591 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 35401–35487 | 60601–60701 |
Where to book car hire from Tuscaloosa to Chicago
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Staying in Chicago
Our booking partner lists 1,320+ places to stay in Chicago (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 651 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (290), and 15 are five-star. Across 244 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.5 out of 10. Guests have left 312,247 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Chicago from Tuscaloosa?
961 km (597 mi) in a straight line, north of Tuscaloosa; by road roughly 1,172 km (728 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tuscaloosa to Chicago by car?
About 13 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tuscaloosa and Chicago?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where can I stay in Chicago?
Our booking partner lists 1,320+ places to stay in Chicago, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.