Find coaches from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans

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Next departures from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans on 4 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station
New Orleans Bus StationCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans

Bus
Average priceUS$24 - US$148Average duration8h 40m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$24 - US$46Average duration7h 10m
39kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
7h 10mAverage duration
US$24Cheapest ticket
39kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Tuscaloosa to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$54
Average bus trip duration8h 40m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure07:45
Distance268 miles
Latest bus departure14:02

Tuscaloosa to New Orleans Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to New Orleans from Tuscaloosa, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Tuscaloosa - New Orleans

  1. How far is New Orleans from Tuscaloosa by coach?

    The distance between Tuscaloosa and New Orleans by coach is approximately 264 miles (426 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01/10
US$102
02/10
US$75
Today
US$75
04/10
US$58
05/10
US$56
06/10
US$41
07/10
US$41
08/10
US$22
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans was searched and found on 8 Oct 2025 with a price of US$22

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

You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$102 for a bus ticket from Tuscaloosa to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22, which is on 2025-10-08.

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 New Orleans!

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

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

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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.

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

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