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

The bus ticket price from Chicago to Tuscaloosa starts at R 1 275. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago 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 Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

The average travel time between Chicago and Tuscaloosa is around 23h, although the fastest bus will take about 17h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 973 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Chicago to Tuscaloosa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Tuscaloosa by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?

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

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

Buses travelling between Chicago and Tuscaloosa leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station.

Bus Chicago to Tuscaloosa from R 1 508 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Tuscaloosa on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:59	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 36m	23:35	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h	17:30	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	22:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 1h	23:35	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	22h 5m	17:30	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	23:35	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	03:40	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Tuscaloosa on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	17h 30m	03:40	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	17h 55m	03:40	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h	17:30	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	23h	09:00	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	22h 5m	17:30	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	22:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 1h	23:35	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	03:40	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	23:35	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:52 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 1 275, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

23hAverage duration

967 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 275 - R 4 256	Average duration23h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 5 993 - R 9 402	Average duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 88kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 370 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87370 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 R 1 275

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.

3 September 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511 297 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Tuscaloosa?

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Stops in Tuscaloosa

A - Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Tuscaloosa by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Tuscaloosa cost?
The bus ticket price from Chicago to Tuscaloosa starts at R 1 275. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago 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 Chicago to Tuscaloosa?
The average travel time between Chicago and Tuscaloosa is around 23h, although the fastest bus will take about 17h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 973 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Tuscaloosa?
The number of buses from Chicago to Tuscaloosa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Tuscaloosa by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?
When taking the bus from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Tuscaloosa?
Buses travelling between Chicago and Tuscaloosa leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport 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

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R 2 789

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R 2 893

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R 2 405

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The cheapest trip from Chicago to Tuscaloosa was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 405

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 R 2 405 to R 4 479 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 R 2 405, which is on 2025-11-17.