How much does a bus ticket from Washington to Tuscaloosa cost?

The bus ticket price from Washington to Tuscaloosa starts at US$73. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Washington to Tuscaloosa is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Washington to Tuscaloosa?

The average travel time between Washington and Tuscaloosa is around 21h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 18h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1144 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Washington and Tuscaloosa?

The number of buses from Washington to Tuscaloosa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Washington to Tuscaloosa by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Washington to Tuscaloosa?

When taking the bus from Washington to Tuscaloosa, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Tuscaloosa?

Buses travelling between Washington and Tuscaloosa leave from Union Station or Dupont Circle and arrive at Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station.

Bus Washington to Tuscaloosa from US$82 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Tuscaloosa on 31 October
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:45	Union Station	1d 1h	23:35	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	15:45	Union Station	18h 15m	09:00	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:15	Union Station	19h 25m	03:40	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 10h	23:35	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 2h	09:00	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Tuscaloosa on 1 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	03:40	Union Station	20h 55m	23:35	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	15:45	Union Station	19h 15m	09:00	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:15	Union Station	19h 25m	02:40	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 11h	23:35	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:45	Union Station	1d 2h	23:35	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Tuscaloosa on 2 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:45	Union Station	1d 1h	23:35	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	15:45	Union Station	18h 15m	09:00	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	02:40	Union Station	21h 55m	23:35	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:15	Union Station	19h 25m	03:40	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 2h	09:00	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Tuscaloosa on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:10	Union Station	1d 2h	23:35	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	15:45	Union Station	18h 15m	09:00	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	03:40	Union Station	20h 55m	23:35	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:15	Union Station	19h 25m	03:40	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 2h	09:00	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Tuscaloosa on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:10	Union Station	1d 2h	23:35	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
03:40	Union Station	20h 55m	23:35	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
07:15	Union Station	21h 25m	03:40	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
08:50	Union Station	1d 1h	09:00	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 10h	23:35	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 4:26 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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 21 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

21h 25mAverage duration

1141 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$73 - US$227	Average duration21h 25m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$159 - US$889	Average duration20h 28m	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Bus Washington, DC, US to Tuscaloosa: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$149

Average bus trip duration21h 25m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure02:40

Distance1140 km

Latest bus departure22:45

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 344 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 125 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Washington to Tuscaloosa Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Washington and Tuscaloosa?

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Stops in Tuscaloosa

A - Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Tuscaloosa

How much does a bus ticket from Washington to Tuscaloosa cost?
The bus ticket price from Washington to Tuscaloosa starts at US$73. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Washington to Tuscaloosa is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Washington to Tuscaloosa?
The average travel time between Washington and Tuscaloosa is around 21h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 18h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1144 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Washington and Tuscaloosa?
The number of buses from Washington to Tuscaloosa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Washington to Tuscaloosa by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Washington to Tuscaloosa?
When taking the bus from Washington to Tuscaloosa, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Tuscaloosa?
Buses travelling between Washington and Tuscaloosa leave from Union Station or Dupont Circle and arrive at Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

29/10

US$164

30/10

US$172

Today

US$134

01/11

US$106

02/11

US$138

03/11

US$98

04/11

US$101

05/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Tuscaloosa was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$98

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

You can expect to pay from US$98 to US$196 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Tuscaloosa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$98, which is on 2025-11-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Washington to Tuscaloosa.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Washington to Tuscaloosa, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Washington to Tuscaloosa.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Washington to Tuscaloosa, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Tuscaloosa?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time21h 25m	Avg priceUS$149	Daily departures5
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time20h 28m	Avg priceUS$231	Daily departures1

Will you be returning to Washington, DC, US by bus?

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