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Trip from Tuscaloosa, AL to Enterprise, AL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 6m

Distance

185.3 mi

298 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$28

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 53m ★
6 AM
4h 6m
8 AM
4h 32m
10 AM
4h 15m
12 PM
4h 13m
3 PM
4h 17m
5 PM
4h 31m
8 PM
3h 59m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Tuscaloosa, AL

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city in Coffee County, Alabama, United States

Enterprise, AL

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Trip Overview

This 185.3-mile drive from Tuscaloosa to Enterprise, Alabama, will take approximately 4 hours and 6 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. You'll navigate primarily local roads, indicated by a 0% highway share, suggesting a more community-focused journey. With an estimated fuel cost of around $28, this route is budget-friendly. The drive is characterized as 'turn-heavy,' so be prepared for frequent adjustments. This trip stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent regional experience.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

92.6 miles from Tuscaloosa, AL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
McFarland Boulevard East 86.8 mi 1h 51m
Troy Highway 34.7 mi 41m
AL 167 24.5 mi 36m
West Boulevard 10.1 mi 15m
US 231 8.5 mi 10m
Elba Highway 7.6 mi 11m
Birmingham Highway 3.7 mi 5m
I 359 2.8 mi 3m
Longest stretch: McFarland Boulevard East — 86.8 mi, about 1h 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Tuscaloosa, AL and Enterprise, AL.

1

Start on this road

132 ft · 11 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto University Boulevard

0.1 mi · 21 sec · University Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
3

Turn left onto US 43; AL 69

0.5 mi · 1 min · Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South
Use the left / straight lanes.
4

Continue on I 359; AL 69

0.3 mi · 24 sec · I 359; AL 69
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Continue on I 359; US 11; AL 69

2.4 mi · 2 min · I 359; US 11; AL 69
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Turn left onto US 11

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Skyland Boulevard East
Use the left lane.
7

Turn slight right

223 ft · 9 sec
Use the right lane.
8

Turn slight right onto AL 215

1.8 mi · 2 min · Old Montgomery Highway
9

Turn right onto US 82

87 mi · 1 hr 51 min · McFarland Boulevard East
Use the right lane.
10

Turn right onto US 31

2.0 mi · 2 min · South Memorial Drive
11

Continue on US 31

3.7 mi · 5 min · Birmingham Highway
Use the straight lane.
12

Turn right onto US 31

10 mi · 15 min · West Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
13

Turn right onto US 82; US 231

35 mi · 41 min · Troy Highway
Use the straight lane.
14

Continue on US 231

7.7 mi · 9 min · US 231
Use the right lane.
15

Continue on US 231; AL 10

0.1 mi · 9 sec · US 231; AL 10
16

Continue on US 231; AL 10

0.7 mi · 1 min · US 231; AL 10
Use the right lane.
17

Take the exit

349 ft · 10 sec
18

Turn slight right onto AL 87; AL 167

7.6 mi · 11 min · Elba Highway
Use the straight lane.
19

Keep slight right at fork onto AL 167

25 mi · 36 min · AL 167
20

Turn right onto US 84

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Boll Weevil Circle
21

Turn left onto AL 88

1.4 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
22

Turn right onto West Lee Street

153 ft · 6 sec · West Lee Street
23

Arrive at destination

West Lee Street

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour duration and turn-heavy nature, consider an early morning departure from Tuscaloosa to maximize daylight and minimize rush hour impacts. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as local roads can sometimes have fewer services than major highways. A good tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the main roads – University Boulevard, Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South, and Skyland Boulevard East – before you depart, as they will be your primary guides through various communities.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 92.6 miles from Tuscaloosa, AL, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.8 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 41 miles or 53m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 92.6 miles or 2h in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Enterprise, AL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Tuscaloosa, AL so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Tuscaloosa, AL

This is one driving day of about 185.3 miles and 4h 6m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Tuscaloosa, AL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on McFarland Boulevard East for about 86.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Alabama, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Prattville, AL

93 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

Woodstock, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Prattville, AL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 92.6 miles from Tuscaloosa, AL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before McFarland Boulevard East if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Annie's Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Enterprise, Alabama

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 185.3

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+13343476622

Visit website

Corks & Cattle

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Enterprise, Alabama

0 mi

Corner Bistro

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Enterprise, Alabama

0.1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Milky Moo's Deli & Creamery

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Enterprise, Alabama

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Inexpensiv mile 185.3

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+13343482202

Visit website

Downtown Donuts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Enterprise, Alabama

0.1 mi

Monarch Espresso

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tuscaloosa, Alabama

0.3 mi

Annie's Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+13343476622

Visit website

Corks & Cattle

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0 mi from route Moderately mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13344753217

Visit website

Corner Bistro

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Inexpensiv mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13347630668

Visit website

The Daily Bread

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+13344752033

Visit website

Glory Bound Gyro Co.

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+12053490505

Visit website

Panera Bread

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13343474580

Visit website

Hello Chonky Cookie Co

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+13343930092

Visit website

Swen Chinese Restaurant

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+12053919887

Visit website

Milky Moo's Deli & Creamery

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Inexpensiv mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+13343482202

Visit website

Downtown Donuts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Inexpensiv mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 4:30 am–6 pm

+13347631099

Monarch Espresso

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Hours: 7 am–5:30 pm

+12052108751

Visit website

Weevil Play

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+13344752625

Visit website

Book Café

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Visit website

Strange Brew Coffeehouse Bama

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Hours: 5:30 am–12 pm

+12054697250

Visit website

Wild Honey Coffee - West Gate

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+13344752373

Visit website

Yolanda's Cakes Cafe and Bakery

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 8 am–5:30 pm

+13344640345

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 92.6

Prattville, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Red E Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 105.9

Montgomery, Alabama

Tesla Destination Charger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 92.6

Prattville, Alabama

+13345512900

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 92.6

Prattville, Alabama

+13342902970

Visit website

Powerpump Charging Station

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 92.6

Prattville, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

Downtown Montgomery EV Charger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 105.9

Montgomery, Alabama

Hours: Open 24 hours

Sixtel Bottle & Growler House

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 12–8 pm

+13344752042

Visit website

The Social on Main Tapas Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $20 to $30 mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 5–11 pm

+13344170687

Visit website

Children's Hands-On Museum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route

Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm

+12053494235

Visit website

Weevil Nut Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+13343476887

Visit website

5 Points of Interest

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0 mi from route mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18504262301

Visit website

Pure Imagination

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+13343477057

Techway Automotive of Enterprise

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 185.3

Enterprise, Alabama

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

+13348359063

Visit website

Kentuck Art Center & Festival

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Northport, Alabama

Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm

+12057581257

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 98 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | University Boulevard

Turn right onto University Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
6
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 43; AL 69 / Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South

Turn left onto US 43; AL 69 / Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.
5
3.4 mi into trip | ~5m in | US 11 / Skyland Boulevard East

Turn left onto US 11 / Skyland Boulevard East

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
4
3.7 mi into trip | ~5m in

Turn slight right

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
98 mi into trip | ~2h 7m in | US 31 / West Boulevard

Turn right onto US 31 / West Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.98 one way

$55.97 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 65 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $30.72 $61.44
premium $4.56 $33.26 $66.52
diesel $5.61 $40.91 $81.82

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$28

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$53–$78

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 64.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 55.6 0 $19.46 $8.89
Efficient EV 46.3 0 $16.21 $7.41
EV Truck/SUV 74.1 0 $25.94 $11.86

Gas CO2

65 kg

EV CO2

22 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Tuscaloosa, AL

Night in Tuscaloosa on Saturday

Local time

11:48 PM

CDT

Current temp

85°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 0 to 5 mph 7% chance Live forecast

Destination

Enterprise, AL

Night in Enterprise on Saturday

Local time

11:48 PM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

28 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

4h 6m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this entire journey, as the highway share is 0%. This means you'll be on roads like University Boulevard, Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South, and Skyland Boulevard East for the majority of the time. Without long stretches of highway, the pace will be dictated by local traffic and intersections rather than high-speed travel. The character of the drive will likely involve navigating through towns and communities, offering a more grounded perspective of central Alabama.

Only 19% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.8 mi on McFarland Boulevard East.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near University Boulevard.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 185.3 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (University Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (US 43; AL 69 / Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (US 11 / Skyland Boulevard East): Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 6m. Total distance: 185.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (19%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 86.8 miles on McFarland Boulevard East. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (University Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (US 43; AL 69 / Lurleen B Wallace Boulevard South): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (US 11 / Skyland Boulevard East): Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Enterprise, AL, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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