Discover the Legacy of Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site

Getting There

• Car

  From Talladega National Forest, take Highway 21 South. Follow it for approximately 20 miles until you reach the junction with US-80. Merge onto US-80 West and continue for about 30 miles. Take the exit toward Tuskegee and merge onto AL-81 S. Follow AL-81 S for about 5 miles until you reach the intersection with W Montgomery Rd. Turn left onto W Montgomery Rd, and the Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site will be on your right at 1212 W Montgomery Rd, Tuskegee, AL 36088.

• Public Transportation

  If you're using public transportation, you will need to travel to the nearest bus station that connects to Tuskegee. From Talladega National Forest, take a taxi or rideshare service to the Talladega bus station (approximately 10 miles away). From there, take a Greyhound or local bus service towards Montgomery. Make sure to check the bus schedule in advance, as services may vary. You may need to transfer buses in Montgomery, catching one heading towards Tuskegee. Upon arriving in Tuskegee, you can take a taxi or local rideshare to the site at 1212 W Montgomery Rd.

• Taxi/Rideshare

  If you're in Talladega National Forest and prefer not to drive, consider using a taxi or rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. Enter the destination as "Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site, 1212 W Montgomery Rd, Tuskegee, AL 36088" in your app. The ride will take approximately 45 minutes, depending on traffic. Be aware of potential costs, which can range from $50 to $80 depending on the distance and time of day.

• Bicycle

  For those who are adventurous and looking to enjoy the scenery, biking is an option. Start your ride from the nearest town or campsite in Talladega National Forest, head towards Highway 21 South, and follow the same route mentioned for cars. Ensure you have a map or GPS device for navigation, as bike lanes may not be available on all roads. This option will require physical endurance and may take several hours.