How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Tuscaloosa start from $140. The average price for this route is around $214. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

The average bus travel time from Chicago to Tuscaloosa is 23h, covering a distance of 950 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Tuscaloosa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Tuscaloosa at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

A bus trip from Chicago to Tuscaloosa generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Tuscaloosa from $137 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Tuscaloosa on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	5:30pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	11:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 50m	11:30pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	11:30pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	3:35am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d	11:30pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Tuscaloosa on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	22h 5m	5:30pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	17h 50m	3:35am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h	5:30pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	21h 50m	3:35am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	11:30pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Tuscaloosa on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	23h 50m	11:30pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	17h 50m	3:35am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h	5:30pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	21h 50m	3:35am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	11:30pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Tuscaloosa on February 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	11:30pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	17h 50m	3:35am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h	5:30pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	21h 50m	3:35am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	23h	9:00am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Tuscaloosa on February 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	3:35am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h	5:30pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 25m	3:35am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	22h 10m	3:35am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:40am	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 20m	9:00am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:03 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Tuscaloosa

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Tuscaloosa. The journey takes about 23 hours, and with fares starting at just $140, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

23hAverage Duration

950 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$140 - $430	Average Duration23h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$326 - $934	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 88kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Tuscaloosa?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Visit page
B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Visit page
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Stops in Tuscaloosa

A
Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station
3301 Greensboro Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401, USA
Visit page

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 87518 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $140

Greyhound Chicago Tuscaloosa recent customer reviews

Horrible service had to spend more money to get to my destination because the bus didn’t take me

Kiandra R.

September 3, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/512,160 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Tuscaloosa by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Tuscaloosa start from $140. The average price for this route is around $214. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Tuscaloosa is 23h, covering a distance of 950 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Tuscaloosa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Tuscaloosa at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?
A bus trip from Chicago to Tuscaloosa generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-25

No data

01-26

$176

Today

$360

01-28

No data

01-29

$170

01-30

$172

01-31

No data

02-01

No data

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Tuscaloosa was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $170

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $170 to $412 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Tuscaloosa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $170 which is on 2026-01-29.