Bus Tickets from Tuscaloosa to Chicago

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FriAug 8
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from US$148
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from US$143
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Cheap buses leaving Saturday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 9 at
    Departure city: Tuscaloosa
    Departure location: Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 9 at
    Departure city: Tuscaloosa
    Departure location: Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 9 at
    Departure city: Tuscaloosa
    Departure location: Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 9 at
    Departure city: Tuscaloosa
    Departure location: Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 9 at
    Departure city: Tuscaloosa
    Departure location: Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 10 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 5:53 PM CDT.

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tuscaloosa to Chicago

Average PriceUS$132 - US$290Average Duration22h 45m
24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$369 - US$665Average Duration1d 17h
88kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Tuscaloosa to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 22 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$132, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
22h 45mAverage Duration
US$132Cheapest ticket
24kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Tuscaloosa to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$157
Average Bus Trip Duration22h 45m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure9:10am
Distance967 km
Latest bus departure9:45pm

Tuscaloosa to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Tuscaloosa - Chicago

  1. What is the travel distance from Tuscaloosa to Chicago?

    The distance covered from Tuscaloosa to Chicago is 973 km (604 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Tuscaloosa to Chicago?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station, in Tuscaloosa, and end it at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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08-04
US$140
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08-08
US$99
08-09
US$152
08-10
US$149
08-11
US$87
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tuscaloosa to Chicago was searched and found on Aug 11, 2025 with a price of US$87

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

You can expect to pay from US$87 to US$187 for a bus ticket from Tuscaloosa to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$87 which is on 2025-08-11.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Tuscaloosa and Chicago!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Tuscaloosa to Chicago, 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 Tuscaloosa to Chicago.

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

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Tuscaloosa to Chicago?

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